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Peer reviewedCharnas, Suzy McKee – ALAN Review, 1992
Explores the author's experiences writing fantasy. Establishes the values of both science fiction and fantasy for the writer and the reader. Asserts that fantasy is not "escapist" and empowers a young reader against the day when real powers come into that reader's hands. (PRA)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Authors, Fantasy, Reader Text Relationship
