Reading is seen as a form of play for children, and fiction, in order to meet children in their own domain, must contain elements similar to those found in their play. (Author/RM)

The author, an historical novelist, looks back over the half century since he published his first children's book. (HOD)

Describes the revisions in the successive attempts by E. B. White to complete the manuscript for "Charlotte's Web." (AEA)

Presents a fictional account of a teacher who motivates his tough, urban students by teaching them about what they are most interested in--robbery. (WD)

A noted author of children's fiction explains the role of memory in her writing, particularly the memory of stories told by her family members. (AEA)

Selects more than 45 titles from a field of approximately 300 small press books from around the nation for notable merit. Providing brief descriptive annotations, the reviews are arranged on a regional basis and full publication data are included. (RAA)

Annotates 29 English-language books about Russia that are suited for middle and secondary school students. (HTH)

This article reviews the achievements of Delany as a critic and writer of both science fiction and short stories. His work is examined in the context of his childhood and his educational background. The role of the Black writer in the United States is discussed. (BE)

Examines the covert lessons in moral social geography found in a set of popular juvenile fiction published between 1924 and 1978--the Nancy Drew mystery stories. Topics discussed include landscape symbolism, urban environments, uses of geographical elements in the stories, rural settings, wilderness settings, social stereotypes, and landscape…

Children's books published in 1979 that are judged to have special merit are listed in three categories: picture books, fiction, and nonfiction. (GT)

Presents a writer-librarian's views on the sexual evolution of books for young people. Recent fictional works with themes of sexuality for and about young adults are reviewed. Libraries are encouraged to promote activities that provide an arena for nonsexual interaction of teenagers and promote intimate communication. (RAA)

A humorous presentation of publisher-to-author correspondence that indicates how contemporary publishers might criticize or reject such works as "Treasure Island,""The Tale of Peter Rabbit,""Little Women," and the Grimm brothers' fairy tales. (ET)

In dealing with middle-aged male protagonists, fiction writers have produced dramatic portrayals of mid-life changes that provide useful insights into adult development. (SK)

Describes the growing respect for science fiction as a genre of literature and discusses possible uses of science fiction in the classroom. (MKM)

The author of five best-selling novels, including "Carrie,""Salem's Lot,""The Shining,""The Stand," and "The Dead Zone," discusses the teaching of creative writing at high school and college levels. (DF)