Fluent in Fantasy: A Guide to Reading Interests (Genreflecting Advisory Series)

Kunzel, Bonnie

ISBN 10: 1563086557 / ISBN 13: 9781563086557

Published by Libraries Unlimited, 1999

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Fluent in Fantasy: A Guide to Reading Interests (Genreflecting Advisory Series)
• Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1563086557
• ISBN 13: 9781563086557
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

The rich and complex genre of fantasy fiction appeals to readers of all ages. Designed for readers' advisors and collection development specialists in public, school, and college libraries, this in-depth guide expands upon the material on fantasy fiction offered in Genreflecting. Herald offers a historical and structural overview of the genre, describes 15 subgenres and a score of variations within them, and lists the best and most current reads available in the fantasy arena. Descriptive entries contain information about pertinent review resources, bibliographies, criticism, awards, and organizations. An author/title and subject index help provide easy access to specific titles and authors and an appendix lists recommended fantasy titles for young adults. A must for readers' advisors and collection development specialists, this book will also be valuable to writers, researchers, bookstore owners, and dedicated fans of fantasy fiction.

About the Author

Diana Tixier Herald, a former readers' advisory librarian, is program and outreach manager at Delta County Libraries, Delta, CO, and an author, readers' advisory consultant, workshop presenter, and speaker.