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Summary: Review in the Dirt
Review: All my life, I have loved stories. I have been a bookworm since I could read. What Thomas Jefferson said was true: "I cannot live without books." We have so much to learn from the wise adults who cultivate beautiful tapestries with their pens. But there is just as much to learn from teenagers, the bright youth of the world, and Teen Ink gives a voice to these bright young individuals. This sixth addition to the Teen Ink book series, Written in the Dirt, is yet another success. I particularly like this book because it focuses on my favorite types or writing: fiction and poetry. Not only does it deal creatively with the issues and emotions that teens face each day, but it is also filled with "fantastical" adventures. Also within the book are photographs and artwork developed and created by some really talented teen artists. I enjoyed this book very much and would recommend it to anyone, young or old.
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Summary: Teen Ink: Written In the Dirt
Review: For several months I've been hooked to Teen Ink the magazine, and from what I read online led quickly to a subscription. Apart from the online and print versions of Teen Ink, the press also has a six book series made up of art/photography, short stories, and poems submitted entirely by teenagers, published by Health Communications, Inc. (also, the Chicken Soup series) The sixth book, Written In the Dirt, is the only book I have purchased from Teen Ink but that did not lead to any disappointments in what it contained. The book is divided into seven parts and has biographical information of the featured authors included at the end. Although I may not have found every piece my favorite, each shines with effort and talent that can be enjoyed by people in and out of the targeted age group. I think that after reading this book, many teenagers will feel inspired to creative works of their own.
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Summary: Teen Ink : Written In The Dirt
Review: I have just finished reading through Teen Ink : Written In The Dirt. I absolutely loved it. It has such creative talent and so many good stories and poems. I urge everyone to read it. It shows haow much we have decieved the creativity that flows not only in teenagers but ourselves as well.
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Summary: Great Book
Review: I think Teen Ink: Written in the Dirt is a really great book for all teens to read. I like the fact that it isn't just about love and romance but it deals with family issues. For examples realtionships that teens shrare with their mother or father or aunt, uncle, cousin etc. I think it's really cool that it also includes stories about real issues that some teens might go through. For example the story Kody by Arielle Mock has to do with teen suicide and the story Fireflies by Eileen J. Kessler is a really sad story that I know evrybody will not like but can't help to like at the same time because of the issue that occurs in the story. This book is a defiant must read and I'm sure that even if you don't like the whole book you will have a favorite story in the book that you will read over and over again.
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Summary: Great Book
Review: I think Teen Ink: Written in the Dirt is a really great book for all teens to read. I like the fact that it isn't just about love and romance but it deals with family issues. For examples realtionships that teens shrare with their mother or father or aunt, uncle, cousin etc. I think it's really cool that it also includes stories about real issues that some teens might go through. For example the story Kody by Arielle Mock has to do with teen suicide and the story Fireflies by Eileen J. Kessler is a really sad story that I know evrybody will not like but can't help to like at the same time because of the issue that occurs in the story. This book is a defiant must read and I'm sure that even if you don't like the whole book you will have a favorite story in the book that you will read over and over again.
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Summary: Keep Up the Great Work
Review: It is wonderful to see teenagers fall in love with poetry. Keep up the excellent work and keep inspiring!
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Summary: A Book That Exhibits Teen Creativity In It's Truest Form
Review: Personally, I enjoyed the more emotional and eye-opening pieces like "Kody", the story of a young man who struggles to cope with the loss of his best friend after he commits suicide, and "Hollow", a very well-written and interesting piece about a priest who must carry not only his own life's burden, but also those of the people who confide in him. And for readers who prefer fiction full of creativity and fun, there are stories like "Dragons" and "Shadows Of The Past". This book is filled with well-written poems, interesting artwork and photographs, and stories that are good entertainment as well as those with serious morals. A great read for teens and adults alike.
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Summary: A great book
Review: Teen Ink: Written in the Dirt is a book containing great thought-provoking insights of what teens are thinking. Many of the stories and poems emotionally moved me, and especially made me consider the thoughts the writers were getting across. I would recommend this book to anyone, even if they have never read a Teen Ink book before. It's a great book, and one that would always be great to have around.
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Summary: high quality teenage fiction
Review: Teen Ink: Written in the Dirt is a perfect example of fantastic teenage writing. Teen Ink has produced a first-rate collection of fictional writing by and for teenagers that is well compiled. It opens with two great prefaces and then is divided up into broad categories, making it easy to navigate one's way through the book. Since it's written entirely by teens, it's easy to relate to all the issues that are brought up and find a piece that will suit your interests. Scattered among the sections lie beautiful photographs and drawings, also by teens. These select pieces of art display impressive talent and typically compliment the text very nicely. This book gives a glimpse into life as teenager and all the things teens must consider on a daily basis. The stories, poems and essays show care and effort, and are in such great numbers that it's difficult not to find one you love. Everything from challenging tales to exploring love and all that is in between, this book has a story for everyone. Whether you're stuck being "just friends" with someone like Leigh A. Johnston ("We Sat") or you're dealing with a loss like Ashley Belanger ("Out with the Tomboy"), the wide variety ensures that there will be something that speaks directly to you.
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Summary: Decent Book
Review: The writing isn't that great, although the art and photographs are pretty decent.
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