Weetzie Bat, Volume 1

Francesca Lia Block

Zondervan, Oct 6, 2009 - Young Adult Fiction - 128 pages

“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.

Contents

• Weetzie and Dirk: 1
• Duck Hunting: 10
• Weetzie and Her Dad at: 16
• Fifis Genie: 24
• Duck: 32
• Weetzie Wants a Baby: 46
• Witch Baby: 66
• ShangriL A: 80
• Love Is a Dangerous Angel: 96

About the author

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.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Weetzie Bat, Volume 1; Weetzie Bat
• Author: Francesca Lia Block
• Publisher: Zondervan, 2009
• ISBN: 0061971790, 9780061971792
• Length: 128 pages
• Subjects: Young Adult Fiction / Classics; Young Adult Fiction / Coming of Age; Young Adult Fiction / Romance / Contemporary