Sixteen: Short Stories by Outstanding Writers for Young Adults
School year: Year 10, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 192
Published: 1985
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"Sixteen: Short Stories by Outstanding Writers for Young Adults," edited by Donald R. Gallo, is a compelling anthology that captures the diverse experiences of adolescence through a collection of poignant and engaging stories. Each narrative offers unique insights into the challenges and triumphs faced by young adults, from navigating friendships and family dynamics to discovering personal identity. With contributions from notable authors, the book reflects a wide range of perspectives, showcasing the struggles of growing up and the emotional landscapes that accompany this transformative period in life. It's a rich exploration of youth, making it a relevant read for both teens and adults alike. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 7th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 12 years.
There are 192 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 1985 by Random House USA Inc .
Donald R. Gallo , a former junior high school English teacher, lives in Solon, Ohio.