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Can the readers connect to the protagonist using the five senses (feel, see, hear, what protagonist encounter?)

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1) Learning something from a novel makes the novel a good book
2) A book that leaves you thinking and asking questions at the end is also considered as a good book as well

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1. Plot Development: the plot of a story is important as it draws the reader into the character's lives and helps the reader understand the choices that the characters make. I would like to read a book that is intense and enthralling and engages the reader.
2. Language: language is how effectively the authors conveys their reason or message to their audience and how the author describes their story or characters. I would like to read a book that displays exceptional language proficiencies, with a good description of the settings and characters.
-K.M.

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A good book has a good moral to leave to the reader. If the book doesn't make you reflect on an idea or it doesn't make you ponder the outcome then it won't be considered as a significant book.

-KB

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The way a book is written, its grammar, structure and words used, is something to take in account when choosing the winner.

If the audience understands the concept of the book, their proclivity to like it is higher. Thus, a book is better than the other.

-KB

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1. Does the number of main character(s) make the novel more confusing or more intriguing?
2. Does the themes & conflicts connect to the real world. Ex. both of my books show the importance of family and survival.

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1. Most loose ends are closed
2. The author has a good flow while writing

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1. Authenticity: Are the characters in the work accurate depictions of  their real world counterparts?
2.  Plot Development - Ending: Does the ending fill gaps in the plot that were previously not known?

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Captivating Story: Does it have a captivating story so that people can be drawn in to the book and want to read more and more?  

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Captivating Story: Does it have a captivating story so that people can be drawn in to the book and want to read more and more?  

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1. relatable  theme
2. non-cliche ending

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Relatable: To make my final selection I would like to choose a book that I relate to the most. I want to read a book and be able to easily imagine myself in the novel and feel empathy towards the characters.  

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Relatable: To make my final selection I would like to choose a book that I relate to the most. I want to read a book and be able to easily imagine myself in the novel and feel empathy towards the characters.  

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1.Superior narrator-  How does the age of the narrator affect the story telling? Does the narrators emotions and flaws change the way how the story is told?
2. Universal themes and issues- Are the themes in the novel reflective or relevant of our society today? For example, in the novel I read the issue that came up was terrorism, which is still an issue that affects modern society.
-S.P

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#2. Are the themes/lessons relatable to the targeted audience?
#6. Does the narrative have some type of connection to the author? Regarding how he/she planned it and wrote it?

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1. Timing of Book - Due to the unjustified huge time gaps some novels may have , it might impact the authenticity and realism of the story.

2. Impact of Characters - Are the characters realistic/relatable to young adults?

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1. Plot - how do the stories of both the books compare to each other and how well do they relative to young adults/teenagers.
2. Do both the books you have read contain a 'coming of age' theme?

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1. Is there a deeper, but not obvious, message hidden in these novels?
2. Are there any stand out (but symbolic) characters that were not main characters?

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2. Is the conclusion suitable yet, unique for the story? (wanting to read more and satisfies the reader)

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2. Are the conflicts in the novel sufficient, do they resolve and show a solution?

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2. Is the evidence the author uses prove his his/her points?

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2. Is the evidence the author uses prove his his/her points?

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1. Both novels have themes that relate to everyday lives. Which proves to be the most realistic and smooth plot?

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1. Style of writing
How does the style of writing of both books compare?  Audience of which time period does each work appeal to?

2.  Historical context of the Plot
How do the novels compare in terms of historical context? Do the historical contexts discuss relevant issues during the time period of the setting of the play that have affected society or does the historical context focus on customs, traditions, and other areas of that time period?
- H.M

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1. Does the book have a clear argument, where the reader is able to  understand the situation ? 

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1. Does the book have a clear argument, where the reader is able to  understand the situation ? 

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Does the book shine light to real life problems/conflicts? 

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Does the book shine light to real life problems/conflicts? 

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is the novel thought provoking, and gives a lasting impression on the reader?

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is the novel thought provoking, and gives a lasting impression on the reader?

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Does this novel leave readers with a new perspective 

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Does this novel leave readers with a new perspective 

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2.) Which character can you most relate to (see yourself as) and why?

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2.) Which character can you most relate to (see yourself as) and why?

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Is the novel able to keep readers intrigued throughout?

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Is the novel able to keep readers intrigued throughout?

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- Are the characters of the book unique and authentic? Can the readers have a connection with a character ?

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2) Are the conflicts and issues in the novel well explained? Or do they consist of plot holes and forced confrontations/ interactions?

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1.) How does the novel relate to real life experiences?

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1.) How does the novel relate to real life experiences?

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1. Does the book have unique protagonists, antagonist, and supporting characters? (reader relate to them)

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1) Are the characters in the novel realistic? Do they react to situations and issues in the way a real person of their demographic would?

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1.Both novels suggest that both main characters must use their survival instincts, given the problems that they are faced with. Of the two novels, which character s the 'better' survivor?
2. Which of the two novels is more realistic? Given that they are not adult novels, which incorporates a higher level of maturity?

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Post to this page TWO criteria (i.e- -potential arguments)... as initially developed in "Part B" of your Major Project. Be sure to provide a separate post for each criteria (or one of these might be overlooked).

Read the posts of at least two of your fellow students, and offer comments/criticism (though always with an eye to IMPROVING the ideas...).

Keep the following in mind--both in selecting your initial criteria AND in commenting on the work of your peers:  How can the criteria be used to develop an argument that is as OBJECTIVE as possible?

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a virtual visit with Danielle Younge-Ullman, author of ...

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a virtual visit with Danielle Younge-Ullman, author of ...

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here is the link to Danielle's virtual visit https://ola.adobeconnect.com/_a1002386517/p1il26des9s4/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal

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a virtual visit with Susin Nielsin, author of Optimists Die First

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a virtual visit with Susin Nielsin, author of Optimists Die First

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stay tuned for a link to this 45 minute event which happens live on Friday April 13th at 12:30 pm
https://ola.adobeconnect.com/_a1002386517/prcrphpnsw1q/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal

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a virtual visit with Jenny Kay Dupuis, author of I Am Not a Number

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a virtual visit with Jenny Kay Dupuis, author of I Am Not a Number

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stay tuned for a link to this 45 minute event which happens live on Friday April 6th at 12:15 pm
https://ola.adobeconnect.com/_a1002386517/pd3tflz16ge3/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal

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a virtual visit with Jeff Lemire, illustrator of Secret Path, author Gord Downie

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a virtual visit with Jeff Lemire, illustrator of Secret Path, author Gord Downie

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stay tuned for a link to this 45 minute event which happens live on Friday April 20th at 12:30 pm

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virtual visit with Fonda Lee, author of Exo

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virtual visit with Fonda Lee, author of Exo

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stay tuned for details of this live-streamed event, April 6th at 11:00 am
https://ola.adobeconnect.com/_a1002386517/p4bswuqu1esm/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal

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virtual visit with Karen Nisbett, author of Subject to Change

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virtual visit with Karen Nisbett, author of Subject to Change

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stay tuned for details of live-streamed event, April 27th at 11:00 am https://ola.adobeconnect.com/_a1002386517/pfxmn4ujc420/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal

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virtual visit with M-E Girard, author of Girl Mans Up

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virtual visit with M-E Girard, author of Girl Mans Up

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... an entertaining 45 minutes with this young author on March 23rd!
https://ola.adobeconnect.com/_a1002386517/ppubdhgfu0sk/?proto=true