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106-666: Artemis Fowl and the Arctic Incident , known in America as Artemis Fowl: The Arctic Incident , is a young adult and fantasy novel written by Irish author Eoin Colfer , published in 2002. It is the second book in the Artemis Fowl series , preceded by Artemis Fowl and followed by Artemis Fowl: The Eternity Code . It follows the adventures of the twelve-year-old criminal mastermind, Artemis Fowl II , as he thwarts

212-555: A "cracking good read," the review cautioned that Colfer "ratchets up the body count...perhaps too steeply for some tastes" and that "the high-concept premise may be a tad slick for others". Goodtoread.org did not receive the book as positively, citing Butler and Artemis' awkward relationship and Artemis as "an unconvincing 13-year-old genius". However, the reviews concluded that the book was "interesting enough". Young adult fiction The earliest known use of term young adult occurred in 1942. The designation of young adult literature

318-439: A 2014 study shows that using Laurie Halse Anderson 's novel Speak aided in discussions on consent and complicity. Those who read about tough situations like date rape are more emotionally prepared to handle the situation if it arises. It is important to use diverse literature in the classroom, especially in discussing taboo topics, to avoid excluding minority students. Literature written for young adults can also be used as

424-650: A 2018 conference of educators found that the most frequently taught YA texts in America from 2013 to 2018, ordered from most to least taught, were Speak , The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian , The Giver , The Outsiders , The House on Mango Street , American Born Chinese , Monster , The Book Thief , Persepolis , and The Perks of Being a Wallflower . Many young adult novels feature coming-of-age stories. These feature adolescents beginning to transform into adults, working through personal problems, and learning to take responsibility for their actions. YA serves many literary purposes. It provides

530-552: A circle of warlocks engaged in a spellcasting ritual. Abbot adopts the demon name N'zall, translating to "little horn" in ancient demon language, which reflects his resentment toward older demons. However, he prefers the moniker "Leon Abbot," derived from a character in the book Lady Heatherington Smythe's Hedgerow, whom he admires. While Holly speculates that Abbot suffers from acquired situational narcissism, author Eoin Colfer portrays him as "psychopathic" in "The Time Paradox." To prevent him from causing harm, Abbot's consciousness

636-495: A consensus on a definition". Victor Malo-Juvera, Crag Hill, in "The Young Adult Canon : A Literary Solar System" note that in 2019 there was no consensus on a definition of young adult literature and list a number of definitions, including: Librarians first defined this new category of fiction, in particular librarians from the New York Public Library . The NYPL's first annual Books for Young People list

742-421: A cure. It is later revealed that she was manipulated by Opal Koboi, who sought the brain fluid of a lemur Artemis had inadvertently made extinct. Angeline learns about the existence of magical beings and demands answers from Artemis II. In "Artemis Fowl: The Atlantis Complex," Angeline endeavors to foster a more normal teenage life for Artemis II, encouraging him to adopt casual attire and habits. Artemis Fowl I,

848-538: A deceptive guise, prompting Blunt to confess his actions. Contrasted with Butler's composed and discreet nature, Blunt epitomizes a brash and conspicuous counterpart, despite sharing the same professional role and physical stature. Mervall and Descant Brill, commonly known as "the Brill brothers," are twin pixies featured in Artemis Fowl: The Opal Deception . While Mervall, the elder twin,

954-532: A designated demographic in most respects until around World War II, due in part to advances in psychology and sociological changes, like the abolishment of child labor". With this development came the marketing of "clothes, music, films, radio programs, and ... the novel" for young adults. All the same Sarah Trimmer in 1802 recognized young adults as a distinct age group describing "young adulthood" as lasting from ages 14 to 21. In her children's literature periodical, The Guardian of Education , Trimmer introduced

1060-403: A desire to reconnect with his family, much to the frustration of his son, Artemis II, who is embroiled in various illegal schemes. In Artemis Fowl: The Eternity Code, insights from Artemis Fowl I's diary reveal a transformation in his outlook, as he no longer wishes to pursue a life of crime. He attempts to persuade his son to join him on a different path, questioning whether Artemis II will seize

1166-402: A desperate charge to the communications centre. While the three soldiers battle through an army of goblins, Artemis enters the network of deactivated plasma cannons to reach the centre by another route. Artemis manages to sneak into the hub long enough to communicate with Foaly, who uses Artemis's laptop to play back Cudgeon's own voice, revealing that Cudgeon planned to betray the goblins. Cudgeon

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1272-552: A genre". In 1942, Seventeenth Summer – called by some the first young adult novel – by 17 years old Maureen Daly, was published. Its themes were especially relevant to teenagers, underaged drinking, driving, dating, and angst. Another early example is the Heinlein juveniles , which were science fiction novels written by Robert A. Heinlein for Scribner's young-adult line, beginning with Rocket Ship Galileo in 1947. Scribner's published eleven more between 1947 and 1958, but

1378-482: A goblin gang named the B'wa Kell, they launch an assault, which is thwarted by Artemis Fowl II, Butler, Holly Short, Root, and Foaly. Exposed by Foaly's revelation of his treachery, Cudgeon meets his demise when Koboi launches her Hoverboy at him in a fit of anger, causing him to fall into a plasma servicing hatch where he is fatally electrocuted. Throughout the events, he wields a customized Softnose Redboy blaster in an unsuccessful attempt to assassinate Koboi. Doodah Day

1484-520: A goblin rebellion and rescues his father, Artemis Fowl I . The third-person narration switches back and forth constantly, allowing the reader to understand more of what is going on. A New York Times bestseller , the novel was well received by critics, and reviews compared its quality and success to those of its predecessor. The story opens at the Bay of Kola , just after the Russian Mafia have sunk

1590-457: A heavily mesmerized Luc, counterfeit Euros , and a fairy handgun. Butler neutralises Luc, ensures the Parisian knows nothing of the goblin use of batteries, and leaves the private eye to be arrested. Although Artemis is concerned by the ease of the operation, he puts aside his concerns to travel to Murmansk with Butler, Root and Holly to attempt a rescue for Artemis Fowl I. Cudgeon sees this as

1696-458: A highly skilled criminal who orchestrates his own fake death to escape from Fowl Manor. He deceives Foaly by using his iris cam on a rabbit, convincing the centaur that Mulch has perished in a cave-in. After his supposed demise, Mulch resurfaces to steal ransom gold retrieved by Holly Short. In Artemis Fowl: The Arctic Incident, Mulch is discovered living luxuriously in California, earning

1802-417: A hunch that Mulch had survived by placing the iris cam that scanned his vitals into local wildlife. Foaly realized that some of the gold returned by Artemis to the fairies was missing, and then traced several bars to Los Angeles, where Mulch was living as diminutive millionaire and legendary Oscar thief. The group then head to Los Angeles and apprehend Mulch once again. Root threatens Mulch with imprisonment in

1908-625: A lack of books with a main character who is a person of color , LGBT , or disabled . In the UK 90% of the best-selling YA titles from 2006 to 2016 featured white, able-bodied, cis-gendered, and heterosexual main characters. The numbers of children's book authors have shown a similar lack of diversity. Between 2006 and 2016, eight percent of all young adult authors published in the UK were people of color. Some consider diversity beneficial since it encourages children of diverse backgrounds to read and it teaches children of all backgrounds an accurate view of

2014-463: A nuclear battery. Recognizing his valuable skills, the LEP offers him amnesty in exchange for his assistance. Day aids Artemis Fowl and Holly Short in rescuing No. 1 from Minerva. Three years later, Doodah Day partners with Mulch Diggums in the private investigation firm, Short and Diggums, showcasing his continued involvement in the criminal underworld. Mulch Diggums is introduced in Artemis Fowl as

2120-433: A phenomenon, a work has to "conform to the standards [...] set by the mass media and promoted by the culture industry in general." Zipes complains of similarities between Harry Potter and other well known heroes. Professor Chris Crowe argues that criticism of young adult fiction arises from the fear that the genre will replace classic works. He also suggests that because there is much poorly written young adult fiction, and

2226-460: A pivotal role in various escapades throughout the series. Foaly, a centaur LEP, makes his debut in Artemis Fowl as a character known for his sarcasm and paranoid tendencies. He firmly believes that human intelligence agencies are monitoring his transport and surveillance network, leading him to wear a tinfoil hat to prevent mind reading. Due to his vital role in keeping fairy technology ahead of human advancements, Foaly cannot be dismissed from

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2332-405: A pleasurable reading experience for young people, emphasizing real-life experiences and problems in easier-to-grasp ways, and depicts societal functions. An analysis of YA novels between 1980 and 2000 found seventeen expansive literary themes. The most common of these were friendship, getting into trouble, romantic and sexual interest, and family life. Other common thematic elements revolve around

2438-500: A pre-eminent role for speculative fiction in the field, a trend further solidified by The Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins. The end of the decade saw a number of awards appear such as the Michael L. Printz Award and Alex Awards , designed to recognize excellence in writing for young adult audiences. Philip Pullman 's fantasy trilogy His Dark Materials , published between 1995 and 2000, added another controversial topic to

2544-577: A stepping stone to canonical works that are traditionally read in classrooms, and required by many school curriculums . In Building a Culture of Readers: YA Literature and the Canon by Kara Lycke, Lycke suggests pairing young adult literature and canon works to prepare young adults to understand the classic literature they will encounter. YA can provide familiar and less alienating examples of similar concepts than those in classic literature. Suggested pairings include Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series with

2650-403: A time stop. Briar Cudgeon first appears in Artemis Fowl as a power-hungry officer within the LEP (Lower Elements Police). During a mission at Fowl Manor , he plots to betray Commander Julius Root in a bid to seize control. His scheme involves unleashing a troll to eliminate all occupants of the manor, allowing him to purportedly rescue Holly Short. However, his plan goes awry when the troll

2756-928: A trusted advisor to Artemis, particularly in matters involving the fairy world. Following an encounter in "Artemis Fowl: The Arctic Incident," Butler utilizes special goggles enabling him to perceive fairies even when they are concealed. In "Artemis Fowl: The Eternity Code," he sustains severe injuries but is preserved by cryogenic means, later revived by Captain Holly Short. Despite his miraculous recovery, Butler's aging process accelerates, leading to physical challenges. In "Artemis Fowl: The Last Guardian," he survives an attack by Opal Koboi's beserkers but sustains permanent heart damage, ending his fieldwork career. Outside his protective duties, Butler finds solace in reading fiction, introduced to him by Minerva Paradizo. His literary interests encompass classics such as " Moby Dick ," " Gormenghast ," " The Art of War ," and " Gone with

2862-534: A young boy's adventures on the Mississippi in the nineteenth century". The same description can be applied to its sequel, Huckleberry Finn . Huck is 12 or 13. According to journalist Erin Blakemore, "Though young adult literature had existed since at least Laura Ingalls Wilder 's Little House series , which was published in the 1930s, teachers and librarians were slow to accept books for adolescents as

2968-461: A younger form, aiding a past version of Opal Koboi in enhancing her magical powers. However, their involvement leads to a confrontation with Koboi, resulting in a narrow escape from her wrath, underscoring the precariousness of their allegiance to her. Domovoi Butler serves as Artemis Fowl II 's dedicated bodyguard, continuing a long-standing tradition within the Butler family lineage dating back to

3074-548: Is "excellently accommodated to the fancies of old or young". A number of works by eighteenth and nineteenth-century authors, though not written specifically for young readers, have appealed to them. Novels by Daniel Defoe , Jonathan Swift , Jane Austen , Walter Scott , Charles Dickens , Lewis Carroll , Robert Louis Stevenson , Mark Twain , Francis Hodgson Burnett , and Edith Nesbit . Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll , published in 1865 and one of

3180-502: Is a recurring character in the Artemis Fowl series, first introduced in the inaugural book. Initially depicted as an observer, he later emerges as the proprietor of a health clinic. In "Artemis Fowl: The Opal Deception," Argon tends to Opal Koboi, a prominent patient in a self-induced coma, whose presence ensures financial support for the clinic. Despite Koboi's manipulative influence, Argon demonstrates reluctance to release her due to

3286-450: Is a well-known example of the YA problem novel. Following its publication, problem novels became popular during the 1970s. Librarian Sheila Egoff described three reasons why problem novels resonate with adolescents: A classic example of a problem novel, and one that defined the sub-genre, is Go Ask Alice anonymously published by Beatrice Sparks in 1971. Go Ask Alice is written as

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3392-422: Is defeated by Domovoi Butler, and Cudgeon is inadvertently incapacitated by Root using a tranquilizer finger dart devised by Foaly. The sedative interacts with illegal brain-enhancing substances he had been experimenting with, resulting in disfigurement and demotion to lieutenant . In "Artemis Fowl: The Arctic Incident," Cudgeon aligns with Opal Koboi to orchestrate a rebellion against the LEP and Root. Utilizing

3498-577: Is difficult. A Wrinkle in Time , written by Madeleine L'Engle in 1960, received over twenty-six rejections before publication in 1962, because it was, in L'Engle's words, "too different," and "because it deals overtly with the problem of evil , and it was really difficult for children, and was it a children's or an adults' book, anyhow?" In 1957 the Young Adult Library Services Association – initially called

3604-536: Is in the hands of the Mafia. Knowing that a ransom demand will soon be coming, and that payment will in no way guarantee his father's release or his own safety, Artemis prepares to devise a plan while Butler drives them back to Fowl Manor. While Artemis Fowl's plight plays out above ground, the Lower Elements Police of the fairy realm are having their own problems. A routine stakeout group consisting of

3710-567: Is inside". YA has been integrated into classrooms to increase student interest in reading. Studies have shown that YA can be beneficial in classroom settings. YA fiction is written for adolescents and some believe it to be more relevant to students' social and emotional needs instead of classic literature . Use of YA in classrooms is linked to: Students who read YA are more likely to appreciate literature and have stronger reading skills than others. YA also allows teachers to talk about " taboo " or difficult topics with their students. For example,

3816-544: Is introduced in Artemis Fowl: The Lost Colony as a renowned pixie criminal specializing in fish smuggling. During an encounter with PI Holly Short , he nearly injures her with a multimixer, claiming later that his intention was merely to frighten her. Known for his purported ability to drive any vehicle, Day possesses a device called the Mongocharger, which enhances a vehicle's power using

3922-602: Is killed when he is thrown into the open DNA cannon plasma feed, while the crash causes Opal to blackout, and destroys the remote control used by Opal to control LEP weaponry. Foaly uses the restored power to activate DNA cannons in Police Plaza, neutralizing most of the goblins involved in the revolt. Foaly remains in the Operations Booth, as the LEP outside, commanded by Captain Trouble Kelp, still think he

4028-424: Is often labelled "children's literature", Garner himself rejects such a description. Critic Neil Philip, commenting on Garner's early novels, notes that "It may be that Garner's is a case" where the division between children's and adults' literature is "meaningless". Judy Blume author of Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. (1970), has significantly contributed to children's and young adult literature. She

4134-509: Is regarded as the more intelligent of the two, they share a close bond, often completing each other's sentences. Their rare status as fairy twins contributes to their celebrity-like recognition in the Lower Elements, especially given the even rarer occurrence of pixie twins. Aligned with Opal Koboi , the Brill brothers serve as her loyal agents, showcasing competence and unwavering dedication. Initially tasked with janitorial duties at

4240-479: Is sometimes targeted by critics for religious reasons, including religious debates over the Harry Potter series and Philip Pullman's trilogy His Dark Materials . Criticism has also been leveled at young adult fiction authors for alleged insensitivity to marginalized communities or cultural appropriation . English language young adult fiction and children's literature in general have historically shown

4346-475: Is then forced to perform an emergency healing when the train door cuts off Holly's trigger finger. Holly questions Artemis about his father and how he came to be so ruthless in the events of the previous book, and, in a rare moment of sincerity, Artemis admits he made a mistake, a sign of his moral development that continues through the series. Below ground, Briar Cudgeon ambushes and locks Foaly in his Operations Booth, while Opal disables LEP weapons, framing him as

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4452-616: Is to blame for the revolt. Artemis, Holly, Butler and Root then head to Murmansk and rescue Artemis Fowl I. Artemis's plan to fake the shooting of his father nearly ends in disaster when the Russians throw the man overboard, but Holly manages to rescue Artemis Senior and heal his most severe injuries, apart from his lost leg. The Russian Mafia are foiled in their attempt to take the money, as Artemis has Foaly run up some fake notes that will dissolve upon being delivered to their boss. The group return to Europe where Holly deposits Artemis Fowl I on

4558-497: Is transferred to a guinea pig in Artemis Fowl: The Lost Colony. In "Artemis Fowl: The Atlantis Complex," the Amorphobots are introduced as gelatinous robots crafted by Foaly for a Mars probe mission. However, Turnball Root seizes control of these robots, repurposing them to reroute the probe back to Earth. His aim is to orchestrate a prison escape, leveraging the Amorphobots' capabilities for his rescue mission. Jerbal Argon

4664-467: Is unfazed, and reactivates the plasma cannons to knock out all the goblins in Koboi Labs. Butler, Root and Holly smash their way into the centre, where Cudgeon holds Artemis at gunpoint. However, Foaly calls Artemis' mobile phone, and Artemis hands it to Koboi, who is then enraged to find that Cudgeon planned to betray her too. The two masterminds grapple with each other on Opal's hoverchair, and Cudgeon

4770-414: Is usually seen as originating in the 19th century, though there were precursors in the 18th century, like Amelia by Henry Fielding (1751), and Caleb Williams (1794) by William Godwin . They are typically a type of realistic fiction that characteristically depict, in the YA version of this genre, issues such as poverty , drugs , and pregnancy. Published in 1967, S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders

4876-1000: The Percy Jackson & the Olympians series by Rick Riordan , The Underland Chronicles by Suzanne Collins , and Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney . Examples of young adult novels and novel series include the Harry Potter series by J. K. Rowling, The Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins, the Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz and the Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare . Middle grade novels are usually shorter, and are significantly less mature and complex in theme and content than YA. YA novels are for ages 12–18, and tackle more mature and adult themes and content than middle grade novels. The latter usually feature protagonists between

4982-685: The Iliad or the Odyssey , or Stephenie Meyer 's Twilight with Wuthering Heights . When discussing identity, Lycke suggests pairing Hawthorne 's The Scarlet Letter with Sherman Alexie 's The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian . The trend to include same-sex relationships and transgender characters in young adult fiction has caused considerable controversy. Conservative activists and religious groups have also criticized young adult fiction for violence, explicit sexual content, obscene language, and suicide. Speculative young adult fiction

5088-544: The J. Argon clinic, they execute a power disruption to facilitate Koboi's escape, replacing her with a clone . Throughout the narrative, they fulfill various roles for Koboi, including piloting her shuttle, providing security, and culinary responsibilities. However, Koboi's demeanor shifts drastically following her rescue, exhibiting paranoia and a dictatorial attitude towards the brothers. Imposing stringent rules upon them, she demands obedience, prohibits certain behaviors, and claims psychic abilities, fostering resentment among

5194-451: The Norman conquest . With a formidable physique standing nearly seven feet tall and weighing 200 kilograms, he possesses deep blue eyes characteristic of his lineage. Trained extensively at Madame Ko's Bodyguard Academy , Butler is proficient in various disciplines, including Cordon Bleu cooking, marksmanship , martial arts, emergency medicine, and information technology . Renowned as

5300-399: The Brill brothers. Despite their disillusionment, fear and promises of freedom deter them from disloyalty. Ultimately, Koboi's betrayal culminates in ejecting the brothers from her shuttle, leaving them stranded. Though presumed dead, they survive and provide critical information to Foaly about Koboi's schemes after being rescued. In "Artemis Fowl: The Time Paradox," the brothers reappear in

5406-485: The C Cube, a fairy supercomputer, lands him in a fairy prison, where he receives a vital CD from Artemis before incarceration. As a dwarf , Mulch possesses extraordinary abilities such as tunneling through dirt, rapid digestion, luminous saliva, and the capacity to absorb liquids through his pores. His talents make him a formidable criminal and later aid him in assisting the LEP. Despite his criminal tendencies, Mulch occasionally demonstrates loyalty to his allies and plays

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5512-460: The Fowl Star. Two low-ranking Mafia members discover the body of the former Irish crime lord Artemis Fowl I, who has survived despite losing a leg and the use of one eye. Three years later, his son and heir Artemis Fowl II, while at school talking to the guidance counselor, Dr. Po, receives a call from his manservant and bodyguard Butler . Butler shows Artemis a video of his father, showing that he

5618-465: The LEP. His inventions prove instrumental in aiding his friends, such as Holly Short and Artemis, during perilous missions. Foaly's creations also play a role in capturing the notorious dwarf criminal, Mulch Diggums, despite their strained relationship. Among Foaly's notable inventions are the dart finger used by Root to incapacitate Briar Cudgeon in the first book, the Iris Cam for covert surveillance,

5724-493: The Philosopher's Stone , was published in 1997. Originally marketed in the UK under the broad category of children's literature, the books received attention and praise for their increasingly mature and sophisticated nature, eventually garnering a significant audience of adult readers. This phenomenon led many to see Harry Potter and J.K. Rowling as responsible for a resurgence of young adult literature. It also established

5830-878: The Retimager for retina scanning, and the Titanium Pod, a magma -propelled vehicle. These innovations underscore Foaly's indispensable contributions to the fairy world's technological advancement and security. Angeline Fowl is introduced as the mother of Artemis Fowl II , described as attractive in her normal state. However, following the disappearance of her husband, Artemis Fowl I , she experiences psychological distress, displaying symptoms resembling schizophrenia and bipolar disorder . Angeline exhibits aversions to certain individuals, including Juliet Butler, as well as to being addressed as "Mother" by Artemis. She suffers from hallucinations and delusions, often mistaking objects for her husband or reliving past events. Throughout

5936-464: The Rings (1954-5) by J. R. R. Tolkien are highly successful fantasy novels, which are read to young children and read by both children and adults They are found in the teen or young adult section of American public and school libraries. However, Lord of the Rings is generally not on the curriculum of high schools. This is because the paperback version can run to almost 1200 pages and the vocabulary

6042-564: The Wind ." on the book shelf of Butler's residence in the fictional village of Duncade, Ireland , where he was awaiting Artemis's return. Juliet Butler, the younger sister of Domovoi Butler , is introduced in Artemis Fowl , as a charming but initially clueless character. While she doesn't play a significant role in the kidnapping of Holly Short, she occasionally oversees the imprisoned fairy. In "Artemis Fowl: The Eternity Code," Juliet undergoes training at Madame Ko's academy, aiming to acquire

6148-597: The Young Adult Services Division following a reorganization of the American Library Association – had been created. YALSA evaluates and selects materials for young adults, with the most active YASLA committee being the book selection committee. Michael Cart argues that the 1960s was the decade when literature for adolescents "could be said to have come into its own". A significant early example of young adult fiction

6254-599: The ages of 10 and 13, whereas young adult novels usually feature protagonists from 14 to 18. New adult (NA) fiction is a developing genre of fiction with protagonists in the 18–29 age bracket. St. Martin's Press first coined the term in 2009, when they held a special call for "fiction similar to young adult fiction (YA) that can be published and marketed as adult—a sort of an 'older YA' or 'new adult ' ". New adult fiction tends to focus on issues such as leaving home, developing sexuality, and negotiating education and career choices. The genre has gained popularity rapidly over

6360-407: The basic premise of A Wizard of Earthsea , that of a talented boy going to a wizard's school and making an enemy with whom he has a close connection, is also the premise of Harry Potter . As publishers began to focus on the emerging adolescent market, more booksellers and libraries began creating young adult sections distinct from children's literature and novels written for adults. The 1970s to

6466-453: The best-known works of Victorian literature , has had widespread influence on popular culture and literature, especially in the fantasy genre. It is credited as helping end an era of didacticism in children's literature , inaugurating an era in which writing for children aimed to "delight or entertain". The tale has had a lasting popularity with adults as well as with children. A shortened version for young children, The Nursery "Alice"

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6572-444: The coming-of-age nature of the texts. This includes narratives about self-identity, life and death, and individuality. Some of the most common YA genres are contemporary fiction, fantasy , science fiction , historical fiction , and romance . Hybrid genres are also common in YA. The social problem novel or problem novel is a sub-genre of literature focusing and commenting on overarching social problems. This type of novel

6678-764: The dangers of her altered state. Caballine, also known as Caballine Wanderford Paddox Foaly, is introduced as Foaly's love interest in Artemis Fowl: The Lost Colony. A researcher for PPTV and a sculptor , she forms a connection with Foaly through discussions about his mood blanket . They establish a routine of jogging together each morning, except during emergencies. Their relationship deepens in Artemis Fowl: The Time Paradox , where Foaly and Caballine marry during Artemis' and Holly's three-year absence while time traveling. Foaly recalls their initial encounter when Caballine

6784-569: The diary of a young girl, who, to cope with her many problems, experiments with drugs. More recent examples include Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson , Crank by Ellen Hopkins , and The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky . The boundary between books for children and adult literature is flexible and loosely defined and in particular "the young have always been efficient [plunderers] of stories from all sources, and have carried off such literary booty as pleased them". This boundary has been policed by adults and has "alternated between

6890-628: The disgraced Captain Holly Short and Private Chix Verbil is attacked by a group of heavily armed goblins carrying old outlawed Softnose weaponry powered by human batteries , a Class A contraband . Captain Short is quick to accuse young Artemis Fowl and against his own wishes, LEP Commander Julius Root sends Holly to apprehend Artemis Fowl and Butler for interrogation . However, Foaly 's Retimager proves Artemis's innocence . Against Holly's instincts, Root decides to recruit Fowl and Butler to locate

6996-549: The fact the goblins have been staging attacks on Koboi property. Neither are concerned by Root's attempts to find out the truth, and choose to bide their time so they can kill him, and begin their plan to take over Haven once he is out of the way. Foaly's investigation points to French personal investigator Luc Carrére. Holly leads a squad consisting of Root, Artemis and Butler, and herself above ground to France to interrogate Luc. Butler breaks into his apartment in Paris, but finds only

7102-603: The father of Artemis Fowl II , is depicted as a wealthy Irishman with a reputation as a criminal mastermind. He disappears in Murmansk , Russia , before the events of the series, prompting a search that forms the central plot of Artemis Fowl: The Arctic Incident. Although mentioned throughout the series, Artemis Fowl I makes physical appearances only in the second book and in Artemis Fowl:The Time Paradox . Upon his return, Artemis Fowl I expresses

7208-716: The field by attacking established religion, especially Roman Catholicism . Northern Lights , the first volume in the trilogy, won the 1995 Carnegie Medal as the year's outstanding English-language children's book. Pullman has written other YA fiction, including the Sally Lockhart series (1985–94), as well as books for younger children. The category of young adult fiction continues to expand into other media and genres: graphic novels / manga , light novels , fantasy , mystery fiction , romance novels , and even subcategories such as cyberpunk , techno-thrillers , and contemporary Christian fiction . A survey of attendees at

7314-422: The financial benefits. In subsequent installments, such as "Artemis Fowl: The Atlantis Complex" and "Artemis Fowl: The Last Guardian," Argon continues to play a significant role, overseeing the treatment of key characters. His interactions with the Brill brothers, his pixie custodians, reveal a disdain for the nickname "Jerry," underscoring his desire for greater respect from clinic employees, albeit unvoiced due to

7420-496: The genre's recent development, it has difficulty in establishing its value in relation to the classics of literature. Opal Koboi This is a list of characters in the Artemis Fowl novel series by Eoin Colfer . Leon Abbot emerges as the primary antagonist in Artemis Fowl: The Lost Colony . Described as a demon opposing the time- spell during the battle of Taillte, he disrupts

7526-416: The goblin prison Howler's Peak, and offers the dwarf a two-day head start if he assists in the break-in. The team use Mulch's original strategy to enter through one of the titanium foundation rods. One rod was not actually solid as Mulch and his cousin had diverted sewage into the shaft instead. After reaching the bottom of the foundation rod, and climbing through Mulch's recyclings, Butler, Root and Holly mount

7632-475: The heist of the Spiro Needle to retrieve the C Cube. Realizing her true calling, Juliet decides to pursue a career as a professional wrestler under the alias "Jade Princess," departing for America. In The Last Guardian , Juliet falls under the control of berserkers, posing a threat to her loved ones. She is manipulated into attacking Domovoi Butler while caring for Myles and Beckett Fowl, highlighting

7738-449: The importance of British fantasy writer Alan Garner . According to Pullman Garner "is indisputably the great originator, the most important British writer of fantasy since Tolkien , and in many respects better than Tolkien". Similarly Ursula le Guin in a review praising Garner's novel Red Shift , argues that "Some of the most interesting English novels of recent years have been published as children's books". Although Garner's early work

7844-542: The last few years, particularly through books by self-published bestselling authors such as Jennifer L. Armentrout , Cora Carmack, Colleen Hoover , Anna Todd , and Jamie McGuire . The genre originally faced criticism, as some viewed it as a marketing scheme, while others claimed the readership was not there to publish the material. In contrast, others claimed the term was necessary; a publicist for HarperCollins described it as "a convenient label because it allows parents and bookstores and interested readers to know what

7950-565: The late 1960s and early 1970s, five other very popular books were published: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (1969), an autobiography of the early years of American poet Maya Angelou ; The Friends (1973) by Rosa Guy ; the semi-autobiographical The Bell Jar (US 1963, under a pseudonym; UK 1967) by poet Sylvia Plath ; Bless the Beasts and Children (1970) by Glendon Swarthout ; and Deathwatch (1972) by Robb White , which

8056-422: The lives of adolescents. Particularly noteworthy was S. E. Hinton 's " The Outsiders ". French historian Philippe Ariès argues, in his 1962 book Centuries of Childhood , that the modern concept of childhood only emerged in recent times. He argues that children were in the past not considered as greatly different from adults and were not given significantly different treatment. Furthermore, "Teenagers weren't

8162-451: The manuscript more than two years later. A number of novels by Robert Louis Stevenson were first published in serial form, in a weekly children's literary magazine Young Folks , including Treasure Island , Kidnapped , and The Black Arrow . This magazine was for boys and girls of an older age than many of its contemporaries. Mark Twain's Tom Sawyer is described by publisher Simon & Schuster as "The classic tale of

8268-463: The mastermind behind the rebellion against the LEP and leaving the rescue group powerless to stop the goblins as they begin their attack on Haven city. The situation becomes increasingly desperate for the LEP in Haven, as Foaly uses Artemis's laptop to send a text message to the boy's phone, alerting the rescue group that all fairy weapons and communications are controlled by Opal Koboi . Having received

8374-527: The mid-1980s have been described as the golden age of young-adult fiction, when challenging novels began speaking directly to the interests of the identified adolescent market. In the 1980s, young adult literature began pushing the envelope in terms of the subject matter that was considered appropriate for their audience: Books dealing with topics such as rape , suicide , parental death, and murder which had previously been deemed taboo, saw significant critical and commercial success. A flip-side of this trend

8480-559: The moniker "the Grouch" for his penchant for stealing Academy Awards . Despite his criminal inclinations, he aids Artemis and his allies in infiltrating Opal Koboi's lab before evading capture once again. Subsequently, Mulch relocates to Chicago and becomes involved with the Antonelli crime family. Despite initially working as a mobster, he ultimately thwarts their plans targeting Artemis and his associates. Mulch's involvement in retrieving

8586-445: The narrative, Blunt undergoes significant dental modifications, with all his teeth being replaced by multiple sets of customized dentures, each serving distinct purposes. His reckless and aggressive demeanor is exemplified by his attempt to assassinate Artemis Fowl II, which results in the severe injury of Domovoi Butler, Artemis's bodyguard. In a climactic confrontation, Blunt's plans to ambush Artemis are thwarted by Butler, who assumes

8692-411: The novel was "refreshing and innovative". It lauded Colfer's continual expansion of characters. Kirkus Reviews praised the novel's "puns, word plays, and inventive new concepts about the fairy realm" and called the book an "exhilarating Celtic caper" that would "delight fans and make converts of new readers". The reviews, however, were not all positive. While Publishers Weekly described the novel as

8798-673: The official Fairy language "Gnommish", and extensive knowledge in psychology gleaned from numerous textbooks. He possesses an exceptionally high IQ, surpassing that of most psychiatrists in Europe, and demonstrates prowess in activities ranging from chess to art forgery . Throughout the series, Artemis displays a penchant for orchestrating complex schemes and heists, such as stealing the painting "The Fairy Thief" and engaging in online chess tournaments. His encounters with fairies, including Holly Short, further demonstrate his adaptability and strategic thinking. Artemis Fowl's character development

8904-439: The opportunity to become a hero. This interaction serves as a catalyst for Artemis II's character development. Artemis Fowl II is the central character and antihero of the series, renowned for his exceptional intellect and cunning. His discovery of the existence of fairies sets off a series of adventures that showcase his ingenuity and resourcefulness. Fowl's remarkable abilities include fluency in various languages, including

9010-408: The perfect opportunity to kill Root, and sends a goblin hit squad to ambush the party. The goblins nearly succeed in killing the four as all fairy weapons currently in use by the force have just been disabled by Koboi. The resulting attack leaves Butler unconscious and trapped under rubble from an overhang with Commander Root. Holly and Artemis use a nuclear train to free Root and Butler, but the group

9116-493: The rarity of competent staff. Arno Blunt serves as a secondary antagonist in Artemis Fowl: The Eternity Code . Employed as a bodyguard by Jon Spiro, an American businessman, Blunt's appearance is characterized by bleached-blond hair, tattoos, and distinctive attire, including pirate earrings and a cut-off T-shirt. Notably, he harbors a strong aversion to being disregarded or overlooked. Throughout

9222-430: The rigid and the permeable depending on the political and cultural climate". At the lower end of the age spectrum, fiction targeted to readers aged 8–12 is referred to as middle grade fiction . Some novels originally marketed to adults are of interest and value to adolescents, and vice versa, as in the case of books such as the Harry Potter series of novels. Some examples of middle grade novels and novel series include

9328-420: The secret message, Artemis decides the only option is to break into Koboi Laboratories and return all weapon control to the LEP, interrupting the rescue mission. Root bitterly acknowledges the only fairy who ever succeeded in doing so was the kleptomaniac dwarf Mulch Diggums , who had worked as a builder of the facility, but was presumed dead following his break-in to Fowl Manor. Holly then reveals that Foaly had

9434-418: The series, Artemis struggles with his relationship with his mother. In "Artemis Fowl: The Opal Deception," he experiences guilt over deceiving her to obtain a painting. Angeline appears sporadically in the first four books, with her involvement increasing as the series progresses. In "Artemis Fowl: The Time Paradox," Angeline falls ill with Spelltropy, prompting Artemis II to embark on a time-traveling quest for

9540-450: The skills mastered by her brother. Despite her initially flighty demeanor, Juliet demonstrates exceptional marksmanship, capable of hitting any moving target with precision. However, she fails to attain the coveted blue diamond tattoo awarded to Madame Ko's bodyguards due to a lack of discipline. Returning to her brother's side after he is shot, Juliet aids Artemis in thwarting an assassination attempt by an American hitman and participates in

9646-490: The steps of a hospital in Helsinki . The story closes with Dr. Po asking Artemis if he has learned anything and found a person he admires. Artemis, thinking of his father and the many who helped to rescue him, then answers "Yes, I believe I have." Critical reception was generally positive. January Magazine noted that after the success of the novel's predecessor , Arctic Incident had "a lot to live up to". The review said

9752-405: The supplier; Artemis agrees, on the condition that they help him rescue his father. Unknown to all, the attacks are being organised by Briar Cudgeon , a former LEP Lieutenant disgraced, deformed and demoted following his disastrous involvement in the Artemis Fowl affair. Briar is working alongside Foaly's biggest technology rival, the megalomanic pixie Opal Koboi , who is above suspicion thanks to

9858-561: The term young adult literature "first found common usage in the late 1960's, in reference to realistic fiction that was set in the real (as opposed to imagined), contemporary world and addressed problems, issues, and life circumstances of interest to young readers aged approximately 12–18". However, "The term 'young adult literature' is inherently amorphous, for its constituent terms “young adult” and “literature” are dynamic, changing as culture and society — which provide their context — change", and "even those who study and teach it have not reached

9964-1001: The terms "Books for Children" (for those under fourteen) and "Books for Young Persons" (for those between fourteen and twenty-one), establishing terms of reference for young adult literature that still remain in use. "At the beginning of the eighteenth century", according to M. O. Grenby: very few ... enjoyable books for children ... existed. Children read, certainly, but the books that they probably enjoyed reading (or hearing) most, were not designed especially for them. Fables were available, and fairy stories, lengthy chivalric romances , and short, affordable pamphlet tales and ballads called chapbooks , but these were published for children and adults alike. Take Nathaniel Crouch 's Winter-Evenings Entertainments (1687). It contains riddles , pictures, and 'pleasant and delightful relations of many rare and notable accidents and occurrences' which has suggested to some that it should be thought of as an early children's book. However, its title-page insists that it

10070-504: The third deadliest individual globally, his skills surpass those of most adversaries. In Artemis Fowl , Butler achieves a historic feat by disarming an elite squadron of the LEPretrieval fairy police force and defeating a troll using antique armor, alongside his sister Juliet. This incident, broadcast on fairy television, contributes to the LEP's combat curriculum. Throughout the series, Butler's expertise and experience make him

10176-542: The thirteenth, Starship Troopers , was instead published by Putnam . The intended market was teenaged boys. A fourteenth novel, Podkayne of Mars (1963), featured a teenaged girl as the protagonist. In the 1950s, The Catcher in the Rye (1951) attracted the attention of the adolescent readers although it was written for adults. The themes of adolescent angst and alienation in the novel have become synonymous with young adult literature. The Hobbit (1937) and Lord of

10282-524: The world around them. In the mid-2010s, more attention was drawn to diversity from various quarters. In the several years following, diversity numbers seem to have increased: One survey showed that in 2017, a quarter of children's books were about minority protagonists, almost a 10% increase from 2016. Jack Zipes , a professor of German and literature, has criticized the standardized nature of young adult fiction in Western society. He writes that to become

10388-417: Was S. E. Hinton's The Outsiders (1967). The novel features a truer, darker side of adolescent life that was not often represented in works of fiction of the time. Written during high school and written when Hinton was only 16, The Outsiders also lacked the nostalgic tone common in books about adolescents written by adults. The Outsiders remains one of the best-selling young adult novels of all time. In

10494-402: Was a strong revived interest in the romance novel, including young adult romance . With an increase in number of adolescents, the genre "matured, blossomed, and came into its own, with the better written, more serious, and more varied young adult books (than those) published during the last two decades". The first novel in J.K. Rowling 's seven-book Harry Potter series, Harry Potter and

10600-497: Was awarded 1973 Edgar Award for Best Juvenile Mystery by the Mystery Writers of America . The works of Angelou and Plath were published as adult works but The Bell Jar deals with a nineteen year old's "teenage angst," and Angelou's autobiography is one of the ten books most frequently banned from high school and junior high school libraries and classrooms. Authors Philip Pullman and Neil Gaiman have both argued for

10706-453: Was mistakenly identified as a goblin bank robber by his security systems, a humorous anecdote they share. In "Artemis Fowl: The Last Guardian," Caballine becomes a target of Opal Koboi's assassination attempt, orchestrated by sending escaped goblin criminals after her. Utilizing her knowledge of the "ancient centaurian martial art of Nine Sticks," Caballine manages to delay the attackers, allowing Foaly to intervene and rescue her by initiating

10812-481: Was one of the first young adult authors to write novels focused on such controversial topics as masturbation , menstruation , teen sex , birth control , and death . Ursula le Guin 's A Wizard of Earthsea , published in 1968, had a significant influence on YA fantasy fiction. It won or contributed to several notable awards for le Guin, including the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award in 1969, and

10918-703: Was one of the last winners of the Lewis Carroll Shelf Award . With regard to the Earthsea series Barbara Bucknal stated that "Le Guin was not writing for young children when she wrote these fantasies, nor yet for adults. She was writing for 'older kids'. But in fact she can be read, like Tolkien, by ten-year-olds and by adults. Margaret Atwood said that ... A Wizard of Earthsea ... since it dealt with themes such as "life and mortality and who are we as human beings", it could be read and enjoyed by anybody older than twelve. Reviewers have commented that

11024-408: Was originally developed by librarians to help teenagers make the transition between children's literature and adult literature, following the recognition, around World War II , of teenagers as a distinct group of young people. While the genre is targeted at adolescents, a 2012 study found that 55% of young adult literature purchases were made by adults. Author and academic Michael Cart states that

11130-448: Was published in 1890. It was inspired when, on 4 July 1862, Lewis Carroll and Reverend Robinson Duckworth rowed in a boat with the three young daughters of scholar Henry Liddell : Lorina (aged 13); Alice (aged 10); and Edith Mary (aged 8). During the trip Carroll told the girls a story that he described in his diary as "Alice's Adventures Under Ground" and which his journal says he "undertook to write out for Alice". She finally got

11236-437: Was sent in 1929 to schools and libraries across the country. Then "In 1944 [...] NYPL librarian Margaret Scoggin changed the name of her library journal column from 'Books for Older Boys and Girls' to 'Books for Young Adults', and the genre was christened with a name that has lasted to this day". Initially the YA genre "tended to feature the same" boy and girl love story. But in the 1960s the novels developed to more fully examining

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