Traces the development of English in the Commonwealth from colonial times to the present, examines the use of local varieties by English-medium African writers and discusses the conflicting roles of English. English is seen as answering the need for an official language that is also a language of wider communication. (20 references) (JL)

Increasingly, academic scholars are turning to personal and autobiographical writing as a more fulfilling form of self-expression, as illustrated by the career changes of nine women and one man. One critic finds the personal tone an evasion of politics and lacking in rigorous analysis. (MSE)

Discusses the need for quality science books for children and the role that awards could play in promoting superior books. The American Institute of Physics Award, the American Nature Study Society's Eva L. Gordon Award, and the New York Academy of Sciences Award Program are described. Award-winning publishers and authors are listed. (31…

Describes the difficulties of defining basic writers and basic writing. Argues that Michel Foucault's concept of the "author function" is applicable to academic and literary discourse and shows how it serves to organize curriculum and define the object of study in English departments. (HB)

Describes the organization, planning, and evaluation design of a workshop involving peer-led thematic discussion groups on books for young adults, a notable author as a speaker, and a panel on promoting young adult books. A list of the theme groups and titles used is provided. (EAM)

Explores the complicated question of whether imagination can bridge or transcend gaps between authors and the cultural groups they write about. Argues that cultural authenticity is the basic criterion for evaluating multicultural literature and the foundation on which to build literary excellence and that imagination cannot substitute for it. (SR)

Grapples with the issues that face writers who take seriously both their artistic and social responsibilities. Addresses the widespread denigration of social awareness that goes along with labeling something as "PC" (politically correct). (SR)

A profile of Edward M. (Ted) Holmes--Maine storyteller, writer, teacher, and professor. Most of his stories and characters come from Maine fishermen, whom he once helped to organize cooperatives. Holmes credits his success to his ability to listen. Some examples and insights into his teaching and writing styles are given. (TD)

Discusses the process by which individuals come to claim authority and assume responsibility for their moral thoughts, feelings, and actions. Examines links between narrative and moral experience. Suggests that the development of moral authority is enhanced when individuals make the words of others their own. (LB)

Reconsiders myths about Christopher Columbus. Discusses the importance of presenting students history in all its complexity. Suggests that students must see that the people who have occupied center stage at crucial moments are not without weakness and fears. Urges students to raise critical questions concerning historical figures. (MG)

The development of "English for Occupational Purposes" (EOP) by a team of seven authors and two project directors for EOP classes at Ngee Ann Polytechnic in Singapore is described. Aspects included the prewriting stage; analyses of the teaching, learning, and target situations analysis; writing and editing; and postwriting stage. (LB)

Introduces five articles on digital libraries by reviewing related legislation, information networking improvements, efforts to plan a virtual national digital library, and key challenges. The articles are briefly described, and short biographies of the authors are provided. (Contains 10 references.) (KRN)

Defines censorship and differentiates censorship from selection. Reviews the history of censorship and recent research trends. Describes typical censorable content and the consequences of censorship for libraries, books, and authors. Suggests strategies educators can use in dealing with censorship. (BC)

Examines various characteristics of authors of library and information science journal articles published in 1986. Comparisons are made between the author characteristics of articles that resulted from funded research and articles that were not supported by funding, and patterns of collaboration and possession of a doctoral degree are also…

Presents the text of the 1993 Ian P. Sharp Lecture on Information Science which illustrated the use of citation data from the "Science Citation Index" to obtain perspectives on Canadian science. Highlights include distribution by fields of science; highest impact and most-cited authors; and mapping science by cocitation analysis.…