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Peer reviewedDowd, Francis A.; Taylor, Lisa C. – Journal of Youth Services in Libraries, 1992
Discusses the results of a content analysis of fantasy books for children and young adults that was conducted to determine the similarities, if any, that exist among recent fantasy books. Characteristics examined include type of main character, type of conflict, setting, presence of magic or the supernatural, and point of view. (11 references)…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Childrens Literature, Conflict, Content Analysis
Craver, Kathleen W. – School Library Media Quarterly, 1984
Reports results of survey questioning "School Library Journal's" reviewers of children's literature in four main areas: review aspects (relating plot, commenting on literary quality); reviewer roles (reviewer, critic); review practices; and personal and professional background (demographic questions). The survey questionnaire and 38…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Adolescents, Book Reviews, Children
