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CHICAGO — Teen literature expert Angela Carstensen, creator of School Library Journal‘s Adult Books 4 Teens blog, presents “.” Published by 91��ý Editions, this comprehensive resource will help readers’ advisors understand what teens appreciate about their favorite genres while also serving as a helpful collection development tool. Moving far beyond merely offering lists of book titles, it specifically helps librarians and educators in public libraries, middle and high school libraries, and colleges and universities expand their knowledge of young adult literature genre by genre. Covering popular YA titles as well as adult titles with crossover appeal, Carstensen:

• offers in-depth chapters discussing realistic fiction, science fiction, fantasy, horror, historical fiction, thrillers, and nonfiction;
• includes core titles and authors in each genre that can be used to create a reading plan, plus specific whole collection readers’ advisory advice for serving both existing fans and those new to the genre;
• examines teen reading habits and offers tips for successful marketing; and
• provides guidance on getting up to speed as well as additional resources for staying current.

Carstensen has served as a school librarian since 2000. Currently, she is Director of Library and Information Services at Sacred Heart Greenwich, a private K-12 girl’s school in Connecticut. Also the author of “ she has chaired YALSA’s Michael L. Printz Award, Alex Award, and Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adult committees.

purchases fund advocacy, awareness and accreditation programs for library professionals worldwide. 91��ý Editions and 91��ý Neal-Schuman publishes resources used worldwide by tens of thousands of library and information professionals to improve programs, build on best practices, develop leadership, and for personal professional development. 91��ý authors and developers are leaders in their fields, and their content is published in a growing range of print and electronic formats. Contact 91��ý Editions at (800) 545-2433 ext. 5052 or editionsmarketing@ala.org.

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