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| Adolescent Literature | 1 |
| Childrens Literature | 1 |
| Elementary Secondary Education | 1 |
| Nonfiction | 1 |
| Reading Attitudes | 1 |
| Writing Processes | 1 |
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| New Advocate | 1 |
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| Colman, Penny | 1 |
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| Journal Articles | 1 |
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Peer reviewedColman, Penny – New Advocate, 1999
Suggests that nonfiction, in the world of books for children and adolescents, has been far too narrowly (and too negatively) defined. Describes the author's nonfiction writing as "creative nonfiction" and demonstrates how she incorporates real life experiences, intensive personal reflection, and intensive research in her books. (SR)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Childrens Literature, Elementary Secondary Education, Nonfiction
