Discusses what readers of murder mysteries expect of mystery writers. (SW)

The work of a number of American literary critics on the novels of contemporary Spanish women are reviewed. It is argued that the criticism generally suffers from ethnocentrism and lacks insight into the reality of the lives of Spanish women. The works of Matute, Martin, Gaite, and Quiroga, among others, are discussed. (EF)

The popularity of horror fiction among adolescents is discussed in terms of the use of grammar for social interaction, personal development, and emotional therapy during a developmental stage characterized by fear and emotional upheaval. (MSE)

Lists and annotates new books for children, arranged according to the following categories: picture books; stories for younger, intermediate, and older readers; folklore; poetry; and nonfiction. Also annotates a book of interest to adults. (AEA)

Reviews "Dawn of Fear," a children's novel set in England in World War II that revolves around themes of childhood, aggression, and friendship. (AEA)

Lists and annotates new books for children, arranged according to the following categories: picture books; stories for younger, intermediate, and older readers; folklore; poetry; and nonfiction; also annotates two stories of interest to adults. (AEA)

The results of attempts to write educational fiction and to do educational research as a form of storytelling are not convincing either as research or as fiction. Recent developments in the Centre for Applied Research in Education represent the most marked departure yet from conventional education research. (JN)

Provides an annotated list of approximately 80 books considered myth and fantasy which are known to be popular with young readers and which the compilers judged to be worthwhile. (HOD)

Describes a secondary reading program which uses historical fiction to enrich social studies courses. A bibliography of the fiction used is included. (RM)