Critically examines books in which the coming-of-age for young adults is influenced by the arts. Considers how the arts can influence a young person's developing sense of self and outlines the messages these works attempt to convey.
A ready reference for teenagers who seek information about well-known writers, either for school work, out of curiosity, to find more books by a favorite author, or to learn about the writing process.
Presents a listing of over 11,000 fiction and non-fiction books, for teens in grades seven through ten, that have been favorably reviewed by leading review sources, each with a brief summary; covering sixty-eight subject areas.