Bücher der Reihe McFarland Companions to Young Adult Literature

Surveys the major titles and themes of America's top adventure writer for tweens. Entries cover the Brian and Tucket series and analyse the significance of alcoholism, coming of age, survival, war, and slavery to such bestsellers as Nightjohn, Soldier's Heart, Woods Runner, and Hatchet.

Surveys the young adult works of American author Marion Zimmer Bradley, primarily known for her work in the fantasy genre. An A to Z arrangement include coverage of novels, the graphic narrative Warrior Woman, and the Darkover series.

A comet in the mounting firmament of third-world, non-white, female writers, Edwidge Danticat stands apart. This companion provides an in-depth look into the world and writings of Danticat through A-Z entries. These entries cover both her works and the prevalent themes of her writing.