In order to write books for young adults that are readable, they have to be relatable to them in some way. This is why mythology books for teens are very popular because of what they have to offer. They are ancient stories that are written in such a way so that the young reader can identify with the characters and what they are going through.
As one read these stories, they notice the gods who were mighty in the tales of old are still powerful even though they are in a world that does not resemble the settings where they originated. The themes of the stories and the wars that existed between the gods have not changed. They have simply been extended to the present day.
Even though, the stories are related to ancient myths, the focus of these stories tend to be the teenagers who are the children of the ancient gods. They cannot know who the immortal parent is because of the rules that have been set up. Yet, even though these are ancient beings, they are now in a world that uses cell phones and orders food from restaurants.
One of the good things about these stories is that it is relatable to a younger audience. There are many teens today who have to deal with various issues such as dyslexia, not knowing a parent and knowing that a parent exist but not being able to see them or be with them. There is also friendship and betrayal that many can identify with.
Another factor that draws a young person into the story is the powers and abilities that the teens have. They are usually not appreciated by the people around them at first. However, when they meet with others who are similar to them, they soon realize that they are not the same as others and that it is okay to stand out and make a difference in the world.
This is one of the ways a teen can identify with the stories the read. They are also trying to figure out who they are and why they are here on this planet. They want to know that they have a purpose and that there is someone that is there for them. The heroes in the stories help them to consider how to make the connection between their gifts and helping others.
So it is easy to identify with the characters who are trying to do the same. When a person just discovers that their father is a god, but that they cannot be with them as any other child they know, it can be disappointing. The same applies to a teen who knows their father is a celebrity, but they are not able to meet them because circumstances get in the way.
Books are a good way to travel to different worlds. They help the reader to see things differently and to create possibility and hope. It is only when a person is able to relate to the story that they are able to make sense of it. This is why it is important to blend the old with the new while keeping the core message the same.
As one read these stories, they notice the gods who were mighty in the tales of old are still powerful even though they are in a world that does not resemble the settings where they originated. The themes of the stories and the wars that existed between the gods have not changed. They have simply been extended to the present day.
Even though, the stories are related to ancient myths, the focus of these stories tend to be the teenagers who are the children of the ancient gods. They cannot know who the immortal parent is because of the rules that have been set up. Yet, even though these are ancient beings, they are now in a world that uses cell phones and orders food from restaurants.
One of the good things about these stories is that it is relatable to a younger audience. There are many teens today who have to deal with various issues such as dyslexia, not knowing a parent and knowing that a parent exist but not being able to see them or be with them. There is also friendship and betrayal that many can identify with.
Another factor that draws a young person into the story is the powers and abilities that the teens have. They are usually not appreciated by the people around them at first. However, when they meet with others who are similar to them, they soon realize that they are not the same as others and that it is okay to stand out and make a difference in the world.
This is one of the ways a teen can identify with the stories the read. They are also trying to figure out who they are and why they are here on this planet. They want to know that they have a purpose and that there is someone that is there for them. The heroes in the stories help them to consider how to make the connection between their gifts and helping others.
So it is easy to identify with the characters who are trying to do the same. When a person just discovers that their father is a god, but that they cannot be with them as any other child they know, it can be disappointing. The same applies to a teen who knows their father is a celebrity, but they are not able to meet them because circumstances get in the way.
Books are a good way to travel to different worlds. They help the reader to see things differently and to create possibility and hope. It is only when a person is able to relate to the story that they are able to make sense of it. This is why it is important to blend the old with the new while keeping the core message the same.
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