adult literature

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“Summer” also marked a milestone for Han, who was already considered a rock star in the world of young adult literature — she made the transition from bestselling novelist to successful series creator.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2023

That’s the argument of “Judy Blume Forever,” a new documentary from Davina Pardo and Leah Wolchok that pays unwavering tribute to Blume and her imprint on young adult literature.

From New York Times • Apr. 20, 2023

For one thing, I don't know of another adventure story that has a gay protagonist, at least in adult literature.

From Salon • Sep. 27, 2022

If you’re looking for texts to read with students, A Mighty Girl is one of my favorite resources for high quality children’s, middle grade, and young adult literature.

From Slate • Apr. 22, 2021

The public of Warton's day had relegated all tales about knights, dragons, and enchanters to the nursery, and Thomas Warton shows courage in insisting that they are excellent subjects for serious and adult literature.

From Some Diversions of a Man of Letters by Gosse, Edmund