Connections: Short Stories by Outstanding Writers for Young Adults

by Donald R. Gallo, Judie Angell, T. Ernesto Bethancourt

"Connections": a combination of seventeen short stories by today's most popular writers for young adults, portraying encounters and clashes among teenagers, as well as some surprises and insights into the world of young adults.These original stories blend and interact to reveal a splendid array of talent.

Dear Marsha / Judie Angell --
Moonbeam Dawson and the killer bear / Jean Davies Okimoto --
Life's a beach / Sue Ellen Bridgers --
A reasonable sum / Gordon Korman --
A brief moment in the life of Angus Bethune / Chris Crutcher --
As it is with strangers / Susan Beth Pfeffer --
White chocolate / Robin F. Brancato --
Mildred / Colby Rodowsky --
User friendly / T. Ernesto Bethancourt --
Fairy tale / Todd Strasser --
The inn of lost time / Lensey Namioka --
Love potion / Cin Forshay-Lunsford --
School spirit / Jerry Spinelli --
I go along / Richard Peck --
Tree house / Alden R. Carter --
After the wedding / Ouida Sebestyen --
Sunny days and sunny nights / M.E. Kerr.

Genres: Short Stories, Young Adult

240 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 1989

About the author

Donald R. Gallo, often called the godfather of YA short stories, is the editor of more than a dozen acclaimed anthologies, including Sixteen, Destination Unexpected, First Crossing, and What Are You Afraid Of?. A former English teacher and professor, he began championing short stories written specifically for teens in 1980, addressing a gap in school curricula. His groundbreaking work has earned numerous accolades, including the ALAN Award for Outstanding Contributions to Young Adult Literature. Gallo now writes, edits, and presents workshops, while also enjoying photography, cooking, and travel from his home in Solon, Ohio.

Reviews

[Patricia · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not nearly as good as Gallo's anthology "On the Fringe." The stories aren't as engaging, and most would seem silly to a high school audience. There are a couple of good stories in it, but not enough to warrant purchasing the book, I think. Perhaps a middle school teacher or student would feel differently.