Francine Morrissette
Francine Morrissette is a freelance writer from southern Maine who has published articles on a wide range of topics including health, homeschooling, parenting, law, creativity, religion and theology.
She earned a BA in English from the University of Southern Maine, then received a Paralegal certification through an extension of the University of Maine School of Law. Francine's true passion is teaching: she has 15 years experience teaching/leading/coaching groups of all ages from preschoolers to adults. Although she has taught a wide variety of classes ranging from mathematics to handwriting analysis, her favorite subjects to teach (and to study) are history and literature.
Young adult literature offers a wide and wonderful range of action from exciting adventure to quiet introspection. It is a complex genre which offers not only non-stop entertainment but also depth of meaning and excellence of expression. Francine is thrilled to be the Feature Writer for the teen fiction section of suite101 and she hopes you enjoy your visit there.
Latest Articles
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Detective Crime Fiction – What's It Got For Teens?
Does the detective crime genre have anything to offer today's teen readers? Here are some compelling reasons for teens to sleuth out a detective mystery.
Jul 27, 2010
- Francine Morrissette
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What Are "Cult Classic" Books for Teenagers and Young Adults?
What exactly is a cult classic? Why are they so popular among teens and young adults? And do they have anything at all to do with the occult as some fear?
Jul 10, 2010
- Francine Morrissette
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Discussion Questions for Harry Potter 3 – The Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban takes place during Harry Potter's third year at Hogwarts; this year things aren't as carefree as they used to be.
Jul 2, 2010
- Francine Morrissette
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Book Club Discussion Questions—Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire
The pervasive theme of good vs. evil is dwarfed by the ever-present theme of loss for Harry in this pivotal novel from the seven-book Harry Potter series.
Jun 24, 2010
- Francine Morrissette
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Where to Find the Greatest Graphic Novels for Teens
Reader's blogs, opinion sites, and listmania aside, where can readers find a useful, authoritative list of the greatest graphic novels for teens?
Jun 11, 2010
- Francine Morrissette
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How to Belly Dance
Catch the belly dancing wave with this step-by-step introduction to belly dancing.
Jun 7, 2010
- Francine Morrissette
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How to Attract Purple Martins
Purple martins are site-loyal and once they are established in a home, they will return year after year. Use these tips to attract purple martin colonies to
Jun 7, 2010
- Francine Morrissette
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Funny Wedding Theme Ideas
Smart people know that it takes a sense of humor to survive a marriage, so start the union off on the right foot by having a humor-filled wedding day.
Jun 7, 2010
- Francine Morrissette
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How to Build a Fire Pit
Campfire lovers who want to get in on the home fire trend can show off their own personal style by creating their very own backyard fire pit. Here's how.
Jun 7, 2010
- Francine Morrissette
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Why is Belly Dancing So Popular?
Belly dancing, once thought of as nothing more than an ancient art, has recently exploded in popularity in both the dance and fitness industries.
Jun 3, 2010
- Francine Morrissette
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