Weetzie Bat

Zusatztext “One of the most original books of the last ten years.” Informationen zum Autor Francesca Lia Block, winner of the prestigious Margaret A. Edwards Award, is the author of many acclaimed and bestselling books, including Weetzie Bat ; the book collections Dangerous Angels: The Weetzie Bat Books and Roses and Bones: Myths, Tales, and Secrets ; the illustrated novella House of Dolls ; the vampire romance novel Pretty Dead ; and the gothic werewolf novel The Frenzy . Her work is published around the world. Klappentext Fifteen years ago Francesca Lia Block made a dazzling entrance into the literary scene with what would become one of the most talked-about books of the decade: Weetzie Bat. This poetic roller coaster swoop has a sleek new design to match its new sister and brother books, Goat Girls and Beautiful Boys. Rediscover the magic of Weetzie Bat, Ms. Blocks sophisticated, slinkster-cool love song to L.A.the book that shattered the standard, captivated readers of all generations, and made Francesca Lia Block one of the most heralded authors of the last decade. Zusammenfassung “Transcendent.” — New York Times Book Review “Magnificent.” — Village Voice “Sparkling.” — Publishers Weekly Francesca Lia Block’s dazzling debut novel! Weetzie Bat ! is not only a genre-shattering! critically acclaimed gem! it's also widely recognized as a classic of young adult literature! having captivated readers for generations. This coming-of-age novel follows the eponymous Weetzie Bat and her best friend Dirk as they navigate life and love in a timeless! dreamlike version of Los Angeles. When Weetzie is granted three wishes by a genie! she discovers that there are unexpected ramifications…. Winner of the prestigious Phoenix Award! Weetzie Bat is a beautiful! poetic work of magical realism that is perfect for fans of Laura Ruby! Neil Gaiman! and Kelly Link. ...

Product details

• Authors: Francesca L. Block, Francesca Lia Block, Block Francesca Lia
• Publisher: Harper Collins Usa
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: from age 14
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 06.07.2004
• EAN: 9780060736255
• ISBN: 978-0-06-073625-5
• No. of pages: 128
• Dimensions: 127 mm x 181 mm x 7 mm
• Series: Weetzie Bat; Weetzie Bat
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Mankind; Education and learning > Schoolbooks, general education schools; YOUNG ADULT FICTION: Fairy Tales & Folklore / General *, YOUNG ADULT FICTION: Social Themes / Friendship *, YOUNG ADULT FICTION: Romance / Contemporary *, YOUNG ADULT FICTION: Coming of Age *, YOUNG ADULT FICTION: Family / Marriage & Divorce *, YOUNG ADULT FICTION: Classics *, FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS: Alternative Family, YOUNG ADULT FICTION: Romance / LGBTQ+, YOUNG ADULT FICTION: Books & Libraries *