Romance Fiction: A Guide to the Genre (Genreflecting Advisory Series)
Ramsdell mentions early and often in this clearly written, up-to-date tome that romance readers are often embarrassed about reading the genre. For this reason, it's important that they not be patronized and that librarians know the literature. The introductory chapters define the genre, offer a brief history, and discuss reader's advisory and collection development. Subsequent chapters discuss subgenres such as romantic mysteries, historical romances, sagas, and gay and lesbian romance, with annotated examples of each. There are also chapters on research aids including periodicals, online sources, organizations, and listservs. An appendix includes a selected bibliography of young adult titles and series.Marlyn K. Roberts, Codman Square Library, Dorchester, MACopyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.