"Librarians save lives by handing the right book at the right time to a kid in need." -Judy Blume

Definition: Literary works that are believable and set in the modern world. These works of fiction are believable in nature and contain characters who could potentially be real people. Contemporary realistic fiction is rooted in the realm of reality. 

What makes up contemporary realistic fiction?
1. Real life situations
2. Can be made up events with real people 
3. Multidimensional human beings- characterization
4. Relevant issues and probable events-plot

Common Themes:
Coming of Age
Family Relationship
Peer Pressure 
Cultural Tension

Style:
Supports character development and plot
Usage of current slang and realistic dialogue 

Topics:
Adventure and Survival
Mysteries Thrillers
Animal Stories
Sports Stories 

Examples:
Tales of a fourth grade nothing
Alexander and the no good rotten day
The Lemonade War
Diary of a Wimpy Kid 
The Babysitters Club
Cam Jansen series
The Heart of a Chief
Junie B. Jones