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The Readers' Advisory Guide to Genre Fiction (Language and the Teacher,) (Ala Readers' Advisory Series)

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From psychological suspense and historical fiction to "gentle reads" and romance, this new guide from expert readers' advisor Joyce Saricks explores the many worlds of fiction. Covering fifteen popular genres , each chapter includes a definition of the genre, its characteristics and appeal elements , and its key authors and subgenres. To help you prepare for the eternal "can you recommend a good book on..." question, there are also reader interview tips, reference sources, and guidelines on how to prepare for the questions you will undoubtedly get.

Language: English

Pages: 476

Format: Paperback

Publisher: American Library Association

Release: June 01, 2001

ISBN: 0838908039

ISBN 13: 9780838908037

The Readers' Advisory Guide to Genre Fiction (Language and the Teacher,) (Ala Readers' Advisory Series)

3.9/5 ( ratings)

From psychological suspense and historical fiction to "gentle reads" and romance, this new guide from expert readers' advisor Joyce Saricks explores the many worlds of fiction. Covering fifteen popular genres , each chapter includes a definition of the genre, its characteristics and appeal elements , and its key authors and subgenres. To help you prepare for the eternal "can you recommend a good book on..." question, there are also reader interview tips, reference sources, and guidelines on how to prepare for the questions you will undoubtedly get.

Language: English

Pages: 476

Format: Paperback

Publisher: American Library Association

Release: June 01, 2001

ISBN: 0838908039

ISBN 13: 9780838908037

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