The Quotable Slayer

Bibliographic Info

Title: The Quotable Slayer

Author: Compiled by Micol Ostow and Steven Brezenoff

Publisher: Simon Pulse

Publication Date: 2003

ISBN: 978-0743495486

Plot Summary

This book takes quotes from the scripts of Buffy the Vampire Slayer television shows and sorts them by character and later by topics such as “Slaying,” “Religion,” and “Love.”  The book highlights some of the best moments in the quirky banter of the Scooby Gang, compiled for fans on a reminisce.

Critical Evaluation

Clearly this book isn’t for everyone.  If Buffy the Vampire Slayer was and is a monument in your life, then it’s a great read.  The quotes are occasionally taken from the more somber parts of the shows, but generally the bright, silly conversation will keep a fan chuckling, and thinking, “oh, I remember that.”

Reader’s Annotation

For die-hard Buffy fans, The Quotable Slayer is a must-read.  It will stock your coffers with an appropriate Buffy-speak response for every situation (particularly on those crazy nights where you’re taking out a Chaos demon in 4-inch heals).

Author Info

Micol Ostow has written more than 40 books for people of all ages.  In 2009, she graduated from Vermont College with an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults.  She lives in New York City with her husband, Noah Harlan.

Steven Brezenoff, age 35, lives in Saint Paul, Minnesota with his wife and son.  His debut novel, The Absolute Value of -1, is set to be released in September 2010.  Brezenoff claims to have recently disabled his World of Warcraft account, which may lead to a second published novel.

Brezenoff, S. (n.d.). Profile of Steven Brezenoff. Retrieved April 22, 2010, from http://www.blogger.com/profile/17974929351763422930

Ostow, M. (2010). The official website of author Micol Ostow. Retrieved April 22, 2010, from http://www.micolostow.com/bio.php

Genre

Non-fiction, Film, Television

Curriculum Ties

I've heard there are Buffy studies classes out there.  I want to go to that school.

Book Talking Ideas

In a world where creatures of the dark walk the streets of her hometown, Buffy’s super strength and speed have nothing on her powerful puns.

Reading Level

13+

Challenge Issues

Vampires, demons, magic, sex… so much to despise, or relish.

Challenge Responses

Active Listening

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Selection

Stumbled across during a search of local library website.