Stephenie Meyer: In the Twilight (Scarecrow Studies in Young Adult Literature): 44

This Scarecrow Studies in Young Adult Literature volume presents Meyer’s journey from a mother who wrote ‘just for fun’ to pay off the family van to an unspoiled and sensitive international success surrounded by editors, publicists, and security guards. The authors acknowledge the widespread criticism of Meyer’s novels but point out that young adult authors focus on story and identification rather than long description or layered literary techniques. … The chapters that focus on Meyer’s positive yet self-effacing personality will provide writing inspiration and models of conduct for teen girls. The analysis is fair and balanced, and the chapters that trace her work are helpful to teachers and librarians who wish to discuss or incorporate them into the curriculum. If you have Meyer’s works in your collection, you will want this guide.