Review of the literature on deaf fictional characters in short stories reveals that images of the deaf are portrayed largely in stereotypes with little basis in reality, although some stories do offer images based on an understanding of deaf culture. (Author/CL)

Argues that awareness of nonverbal elements of communication increase the reader's comprehension of literary works by authors who use these elements in character development. Focuses on regulators, affect displays, and adaptors (identified by Ekman and Friesen) and physical appearance, vocalics, touch, space, time, and artifacts (identified by…

Reviews several words by Charles Dickens, particularly those written expressly for children. (AEA)

Asserting that great literature is one of the best sources for illuminations of reality, and of many medical subjects, Trautmann analyzes Joyce Carol Oates' novel "Wonderland" to distill the insights it can offer to students of medicine. (SK)

Distinguishes between the processes of memory, the raw material of fiction writing, and an informed response to the past, essential to writing history. Asserts that the fiction writer's task is to turn private recollection into universal experience accessible to all readers. (AEA)

The winner of the 1981 Caldecott Medal discusses his efforts in writing and illustrating the award winning children's book, "Fables." (AEA)

Lists and annotates seven new adult books of interest to high school readers, including biographical and autobiographical works, fiction, and nonfiction. (GT)

Analyzes the professional attitudes of successful science fiction authors. (MAI)

Presents an annotated bibliography of 81 science fiction, fantasy, and horror genre titles that were judged best-reads by reviewers in "Voice of Youth Advocates" from June 2001 through April 2002. (LRW)

Discusses the need for adolescents to be exposed to philosophy and encouraged to consider philosophical questions to further some of the primary tasks of adolescence, particularly self-understanding and definition. Recommends appropriate fiction, philosophy texts, and resources for teachers. (LRW)

Considers how Francesca Lia Block's "The Rose and the Beast" attests to the resilience of the traditional folktale form. Describes how Block's work is a modern adaptation of some of the most familiar old tales, all with heroines struggling against plastic, soulless culture beset by drugs, sex, and violence. (SG)

Provides a comprehensive listing of all the known and available publications of Jay R. Gould, a pioneer in the field of technical writing and communication. Includes listings of Gould's books, plays, short stories, articles, essays, and papers, as well as unpublished items and items written about Gould. (MM)