Block, Francesca Lia

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While author Francesca Lia Block has written for adults and older kids, she's best known for her hip, edgy urban fantasy for teens. Block calls her books "fairy tales with an edge," and in her intricate, lyrical novels and short stories magical realism and a host of supernatural characters find themselves intertwined with gritty, graphic depictions of city life. Block's offbeat, vibrant characters struggle with issues like family ties, sexuality, substance abuse, and heartbreak, ultimately learning about their own inner strength and the transcendent power of love. Start with: Weetzie Bat
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http://www.francescaliablock.com/
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Block, Francesca Lia
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http://www.francescaliablock.com/
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While author Francesca Lia Block has written for adults and older kids, she's best known for her hip, edgy urban fantasy for teens. Block calls her books "fairy tales with an edge," and in her intricate, lyrical novels and short stories magical realism and a host of supernatural characters find themselves intertwined with gritty, graphic depictions of city life. Block's offbeat, vibrant characters struggle with issues like family ties, sexuality, substance abuse, and heartbreak, ultimately learning about their own inner strength and the transcendent power of love. Start with: Weetzie Bat
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