Encountering Enchantment: A Guide to Speculative Fiction for Teens 2nd Edition (Genreflecting Advisory Series)

The most current and complete guide to a favorite teen genre this book maps current releases along with perennial favorites describing and categorizing fantasy paranormal and science fiction titles published since 2006.Speculative fiction continues to be of consuming interest to teens so if you work with that age group keeping up with the explosion of new titles in this category is critical. Likewise understanding the many genres and subgenres into which these titles fall―wizard fantasy alternate worlds fantasy mystery dystopian fiction science fantasy and more―is also key if you want to motivate young readers and direct them to books theyll enjoy. Written to help you master a complex array of genres and titles this guide includes more than 1500 books most published since 2006 organizing them by genre subgenre and theme. Subgenres growing in popularity such as steampunk are highlighted to keep you current with the latest trends. The guide will serve three audiences. Of course you can turn to it as you help your teenage patrons select the books and genres that will interest them most. Teen readers whether devoted fans or newcomers can use it themselves to find titles and subgenres they might like. In addition the guide will help teachers and parents match students with the right books.Encompasses a wide selection of speculative fiction genres to suit a broad spectrum of readers in grades 6–12Identifies award-winning titles grade levels book club potential and alternative media formats and provides complete bibliographic information for each titleIncludes interviews with prominent authors that convey the perspectives of the creators of the worlds into which readers are drawnCovers some childrens literature and some adult novels that are popular with young adultsOffers a detailed subject index with an extensive number of access points