The Vampire Diaries is based on a novel series penned by L.J. Smith about two vampire brothers - one evil and one good - who vie for the soul of Elena Gilbert, a young woman, her friends and her family.
"Degrassi: The Next Generation" takes place 14 years after the cult hit show "Degrassi Junior High" as students continue to deal with the obstacles of being a teenager. From issues like relationship problems, homosexuality and bullying to more darker issues like rape, school shooting and death.