Beyond Titillation: Sexuality and the Young Adult Novel
Contemporary young adult literature provides a vast range of representations of young adults as sexual beings. Books like these intimately show the feelings and experiences of evolving adults and acknowledge the emotional and physical worlds contained within sexuality. The place of sexuality in YA literature can be controversial for adults attempting to understand authors’ intentions in crafting books that depict emotional and physical boundaries. This session explores the place of sexuality in YA literature and the role of the author, librarian, teacher, parent, and student reader. Presenters: Jason Kurtz, Dr. Nicholle Schuelke, and Jamie Kallio.
