Tell me I'm not the only one that despises that shameful caricature of so-called literature.?

You are not the only one. I hate Twilight too. The writing isn't that good, the plot is pointless, and the characters are flat. But that is not why I have such a problem with the book.

The entire plot and characters of the book are completely sexist and it sets a bad example for young girls. The main character of the novel is a normal, boring, weak girl who can barely stand on her own two feet. Every few pages Edward, the "perfect", strong, beautiful guy, has to save her. It just goes back to the old "damsel in distress" story. Not to mention Edward is a hundred years old and stalks Bella. It sickens me that young girls idolize Edward when he is pretty close to abusing her. He thinks he knows better than Bella in all aspects of her life and uses his strength to implement his decisions.

You know wish that I could agree with you but it is not only breeders that are telling people it is shameful to breed without knowledge, but the dog fancy in general feel this way and also tell them. Most people, reputable breeders included, would not have a problem with people wanting to breed their dogs if only they would take the time to learn to do it properly so they produce healthy, well tempered dogs. I am not a breeder but I tell the unknowledgeable that breeding without learning first is wrong because many people have been the victims of BYBs and puppymills that breed sickly dogs and only because they trusted and believed the lies they were told. It is very sad and hard on the families that buy these dogs (and sometimes they pay a lot more than they would from a reputable breeder, especially the designer breeds), when the dog gets sick and has to be put to sleep because the illness was that severe or the dog has such horrible temperament that it can not be walked in public because it is either too aggressive or to afraid of everything. These kinds of problems and issues could have been prevented if people would just take the time to research and learn, before they breed. I do not believe it is the purchaser that is irresponsible when buying a dog, ignorant and naive maybe, but ultimately it is the breeder that has a responsibility to breed correctly and to produce healthy well tempered dogs, so ultimately it is the breeder that is irresponsible. There is nothing wrong with wanting to breed but it should be done with knowledge and there should be others telling those that are breeding without knowledge, just to breed or for extra cash, that it is wrong. If the dog fancy be it breeders, enthusiast or trainers do not say something to try to stop the irresponsibility and fix the problems, eventually the government will step and fix it for us. I also believe that you are incorrect in your statement, "most average people love their animals and are just as responsible", you only need to read some questions & answer on this forum to see proof that your statement is incorrect. I would like to know why do you feel your opinion is the correct one? You had your mind made up from the start of the question. Why ask a question if you are unwilling to listen and consider other people's thoughts and opinions?

I'm 70 pages into Twilight and I'm seriously not getting why this thing is so popular at all. Every time I finish reading I am disappointed. I don't remember how I heard about it, but when I heard vampire I thought it would have a darker, maybe even sexier tone. I'm so bored with Edward. The story and characters are flat and one-dimensional. l'm not impressed at all. I'll give it a chance and finish it, but it just seems like anyone could have written this book. It's not very imaginative. Bella isn't really a character I could care for let alone like. I feel as though most things that are popular these days in any medium is just pure crap. I'm definitely disgusted with how well this book sells. I just want to slap people over the head and give them a smart book to read, real music to listen to, and better movies to watch. I don't understand people. I can't relate to the likes and dislikes of 99% of people. I'm getting off subject here. I used "I" entirely too much in this post.

Sometimes books just hit at the right time and the right place. Meyers got insanely lucky with her story - is Twilight the stuff classical literature is made of? Not in a million years. But is it enjoyable for many readers out there who aren't looking to read War and Peace or Jane Austen? Sure. And there really isn't anything wrong with that.

I'm an adult, by the way, who does enjoy the series, but I completely understand why many don't. I'm not rabid or obsessed, by any means, and I see the flaws in the series as well as the Twilight haters do, but I do find it to be a nice sort of 'beach read' book. Fluff and the like. Something not to take too seriously, and to just enjoy while it's there.

Sometimes authors get lucky, that's all.

Not to be picky, but if you're going to post such a critical question, you might as well not be quite so snarky about it.

For one thing, Twilight has never had any pretense of being literature, or even being "so-called". It's not even a caricature of "so-called" literature, whatever that might be. It's just an entertaining read for people who like that kind of thing, no more, no less. And the fact of its popularity and success needn't bother anyone, anymore than the fact that cola sells better than an aged claret---

And you would do well not to make generalizations about pettiness---petty is, as petty does, and your comments are tending that way.

And finally, to answer your actual question, I don't despise Twilight. I haven't read it, don't particularly intend to---I just don't give it much thought. I suggest you do the same and save yourself a lot of self-aggravation.

Ok I am not a 14 year old obsessive fan I am much older and I like those books a lot. I am not trying to be hateful I just want to urge you to see that it isnt so bad. Maybe it just isnt your type of read. I can read almost anything from the classic Pride and Prejudice and Animal Farm to Gossip Girl and I like it. Does that mean the Gossip Girl is horrible and disgustingly oversold? No it just means that there are some people who really enjoy reading it. Someone has to write books for 14 year old girls and if they want to carry on and on about how much they love it that is fine with me. I would rather see those girls reading a book and discussing it than talking about their favorite makeup or on myspace or playing videogames. I'm sorry i know this wasnt the point of your question but i had to say something, so please dont hate me.

Personally I love twilight but I'm not obsessed!!! I'm 21 and I love the series. I know it's not the most amazing piece of literature out there, but it is enjoyable to read!! I don't constantly go around and shove Twilight down peoples throats. But when asked I always give Twilight high marks!!

I think Stephenie Meyer success is due to her talent and mixed with luck and good timing. After the last Harry Potter book came out (note I am not comparing them) there was kind of an empty hole that needed to be filled and Twilight did that for a lot of people and it's popularity has just grown!!

I personally like Twilight better but I think that is just because it is new and exciting so ask me in a six months, after the craze of Breaking Dawn has gone down and Twilight has come out in theaters and my opinion might change I won't be biased anymore!!

I agree with you. Real literature in this day and age is no longer appealing to most young people. I think it is a shame that so many people no longer enjoy classics. I really don't understand how Twilight became so popular since there are so many books out there with the same pathetic romance.

I'm in my late teens and while they're not my favourite books i still think they're quite enjoyable.. especially as a 'beach read' as you've already mentioned.

I started reading them before they became popular and yes i have to agree that all obsession is really annoying

sometime i just think: 'if i see another twilight question on yahoo answers i will go insane'

but ahh can't take it all so seriously i supose!

you want ranting??

******* petty?

ok thats bull **** ik everyones intitled to there opions i respect that but if u think its competition for guys vs. edward cullen 'thats petty i mean seriously us girls aren't stupid we know hes fictional and that its not real, only a ******* retard would think its competiton

so theres your rant