{"product_id":"9781350377486","title":"Practical Companion to Children's Literature Studies Conducting Research and Building a Career","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePractical Companion to Children's Literature Studies\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eConducting Research and Building a Career\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKimberley Reynolds | Matthew Grenby | Emily Murphy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eLiterary Criticism \/ Children's \u0026amp; Young Adult Literature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChildren's literature is a rapidly expanding and ever-evolving field, so this research guide is devoted to the specialist skills and complexities of studying and working with children's literature, alongside childhood studies, at university level and beyond. \u003c\/b\u003eA successor to Kimberley Reynolds's and Matthew Grenby's 2011 \u003ci\u003eChildren's Literature Studies: A Research Handbook, \u003c\/i\u003ethis work reflects on new directions and emphases in children's literature studies as seen by all levels – from undergraduates to postgraduates to early and mid-career specialists. It offers practical guidance in locating and responding to research and funding opportunities, career development and impact. With a broad, international focus, \u003ci\u003eA\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003ePractical Guide to Children's Literature Studies \u003c\/i\u003eincludes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e - Contributions from scholars around the world, including the US, Chile, China, and the Philippines \u003cbr\u003e - Outlines of the field and the careers possible with specialisms in children's literature\u003cbr\u003e - Sample research proposals from an MA dissertation to senior-level projects\u003cbr\u003e - Guidance on locating grants, fellowships, collaborations and other opportunities\u003cbr\u003e - A look at the ethical complexities of a field so close to children and young people\u003cbr\u003e - Solutions to the problems researchers face entering the field\u003cbr\u003e - Discussion of key archives, special collections and digital resources of international significance\u003cbr\u003e - Advice on preparing for responsibilities within academia such as presentations and publication\u003cbr\u003e - An exploration of how new, emerging and established scholars can maximise the impact of their work\u003cbr\u003e - Worked examples, international case studies and guides to further reading\u003cbr\u003e - Guidance on the use of AI\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Filling a gap in provisions for all those looking to study or specialise in children literature, this is the ultimate guide for anyone seeking to position themselves in ways which will maximise their employability inside and out of academia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKimberley Reynolds\u003c\/b\u003e is Professor Emerita of Children's Literature at Newcastle University, UK.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eMatthew Grenby\u003c\/b\u003e is Pro Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation at Newcastle University, UK.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eEmily Murphy\u003c\/b\u003e is Senior Lecturer in Children's Literature at Newcastle University, UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 April 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloomsbury Academic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloomsbury Academic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781350377486\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e248\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.56\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Academic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55335697383564,"sku":"9781350377486","price":81.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/getimage_0942ceda-93fb-46c6-a29d-cbef99616eca.jpg?v=1788030778","url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9781350377486","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}