Brief essays on the major characters in William Golding's novel, "Lord of the Flies." Includes complete descriptions of Ralph, Jack, Piggy, Simon, Samneric (Sam and Eric), Roger, and the Littluns.

This comprehensive site features activities, reviews, and more for Judy Blume's "The Fudge Books." Come and explore this educational gold mine.

This reading guide for "A Long Way From Chicago and a Year Down Yonder" by Richard Peck takes a comprehensive look at the author and his work, seven stories about small-town life during the Depression.

Shmoop's study guide for Orson Scott Card's science fiction novel, Ender's Game, includes chapter summaries, character descriptions, explanation of themes, and analysis of various elements in the novel. It also offers study questions and...