Bringing together enthusiastic and experienced scholars from Norway and the UK, this book (now in its second edition) sets out to provide an informative and accessible bridge between excellent contemporary English language literature and teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL). Have a look inside! New perspectives in the fully updated second edition include extensive attention to LK20 curriculum competence aims. Four newly commissioned chapters cover global Englishes and diversity, digital literature, reading approaches for all, and active engagement with poetry. This book amply meets the needs of the English teacher training and school curriculum, Literature for children and young adults remains a main focus, including new genres, such as graphic novels, digital texts and experimental picturebooks. Texts suggested represent a wide range of English-speaking countries and communities. A wide range of options and thoughtful guidance on choosing and analysing appropriate and excitin