In high school, my friend Nancy raised livestock to sell at the local fair to earn money for her college fund. Among other animals, Nance had a series of pigs she became very fond of for their intelligence and character. The memory of one particular black pig has stayed with me for his improbable and […]
Dystopian fiction is a compelling genre which has grown considerably in popularity with young adult series writers and readers. Prime examples include The Hunger Games, Chaos Walking, Divergent and Delirium. The strong and imaginative writing in this genre is not the only reason for the success of these novels: the themes of the dystopian world
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“My son’s read the book, so he’s fine to see the movie….” This is a surprisingly common belief, and children often diligently finish a book or series as “proof” that they’re ready to see the movie, regardless of its rating. Don’t be misguided by this line of thinking; the experience of watching a film can
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