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Item Details
Title:
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FLIRTIN' WITH THE MONSTER
YOUR FAVORITE AUTHORS ON ELLEN HOPKINS' CRANK AND GLASS |
By: |
Ellen Hopkins (Editor) |
Format: |
Paperback |
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£11.99 |
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ISBN 10: |
1933771674 |
ISBN 13: |
9781933771670 |
Publisher: |
BENBELLA BOOKS |
Pub. date: |
12 May, 2009 |
Pages: |
224 |
Description: |
Presents articles critically analyzing the popular novels on teenage crystal meth addiction, and includes testimonials from the author's family members upon whom the characters in the novel were based. |
Synopsis: |
Where is the line between truth and fiction?Why do love and addiction so often go hand in hand?What does the real ? Kristina" think about the way her story is told in Crank and Glass?Crank and Glass have always been more than just stories. Join their author Ellen Hopkins and a host of other writers as they delve deep into Kristina's story, from the straight truth on the physical effects of methamphetamine addiction to the psychological consequences of keeping secrets (and how Hopkins' books have encouraged so many teens to reveal theirs).With an essay by Ellen's real-life daughter (the basis for the character of ? Kristina") that tells her version of the events that inspired the books? along with perspectives from ? Scott," ? Jake," and 10-year-old ? Hunter," the baby from Crank? Flirtin' with the Monster is a compelling journey through the complexities of Hopkins' beloved bestselling works. |
Reader Age: |
From 14 to 18 years |
US Grade: |
From Ninth Grade to Twelfth Grade |
Publication: |
US |
Imprint: |
Smart Pop |
Returns: |
Returnable |
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