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“They were laughing and their hair was shining like leaves in moonlight, their limbs long as saplings. I thought, Girls are magical at this phase, girls are invincible, nothing can touch them. I didn’t think ‘us’ because I didn’t feel that; I felt other, on the outside, watching them.”

Quote by Francesca Lia Block

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Love in the Time of Global Warming

This book delves into the complexities of human connection and the challenges of climate change, weaving together personal stories and the broader environmental crisis. more

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Francesca Lia Block
Francesca Lia Block

Francesca Lia Block, born on December 3, 1962, is an American author known for her works in young adult literature and fantasy novels. Her writing often delves into the emotional and growth aspects of adolescence, as well as supernatural elements. more

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