Exploring the dynamics of heterosexual romance, the author examines various literary works, from Georgette Heyer's classics to contemporary historical fiction by John Fowles and A. S. Byatt. By focusing on the phrase "I love you" as a pivotal speech act in romance novels, the book combines theoretical insights with engaging close readings, challenging traditional views and highlighting the genre's complexity and appeal.
Since its publication in 1998 Craft Lessons has become a staple in the writing classroom of both new and experienced teachers. Authors Ralph Fletcher and JoAnn Portalupi recognized the need for a succinct resource and teamed together to write the second edition of Craft Lessons: Teaching Writing K-8.
States that in general, boys don't enjoy writing as much as girls. What's wrong? How can we do a better of job of creating 'boy-friendly' classrooms so their voices can be heard? This book asks teachers to imagine the writing classroom from a boy's perspective, and consider specific steps we might take to create stimulating classrooms for boys.
Tap into your inner writer with this book of practical advice by the bestselling author of How Writers Work and the ALA Notable Book Fig Pudding. Writers are just like everyone else--except for one big difference. Most people go through life experiencing daily thoughts and feelings, noticing and observing the world around them. But writers record these thoughts and observations. They react. And they need a special place to record those reactions. Perfect for classrooms, A Writer's Notebook gives budding writers a place to keep track of all the little things they notice every day. Young writers will love these useful tips for how to use notes and jottings to create stories and poems of their own.
This heartfelt memoir sequel to Marshfield Dreams captures the boyhood years of twelve-year-old Ralph Fletcher in relatable episodes of everyday triumphs and disappointments.
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The story follows two girls united by their passion for swimming on a competitive team. Their journey is filled with camaraderie, joy, and teamwork as they navigate challenges together, inspiring those around them with their positivity and determination.
This book is a highly illustrated history of caves, showing their role in human imagination, as well as being a unique feature of the natural world. It explores role of caves in mythology, literature and art, and relates the history of cave science and the role caves play in ecosystems.
The first book length study of the conceptualization and representation of islands in popular fiction.
An engaging insight into the myriad ways coal has affected our lives.