{"product_id":"weetzie-bat-10th-anniversary-edition","title":"Weetzie Bat: 10th Anniversary Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Transcendent.” \u003ci\u003e—\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Magnificent.” \u003ci\u003e—\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eVillage Voice\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Sparkling.” \u003ci\u003e—\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrancesca Lia Block’s dazzling debut novel, \u003ci\u003eWeetzie Bat\u003c\/i\u003e, 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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….\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWinner of the prestigious Phoenix Award, \u003ci\u003eWeetzie Bat\u003c\/i\u003e is a beautiful, poetic work of magical realism that is perfect for fans of Laura Ruby, Neil Gaiman, and Kelly Link.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn Unforgettable LGBTQ Classic:\u003c\/b\u003e Follows Weetzie and her best friend Dirk’s earnest, heartfelt search for their \"Ducks\"—the loves of their respective dreams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePunk Rock Fairy Tale:\u003c\/b\u003e A story shimmering with 80s glam, glitter, bleached-blonde flat-tops, and a magical, timeless Hollywood where anything can happen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThree Magical Wishes:\u003c\/b\u003e When a genie grants Weetzie three wishes—for a Duck for Dirk, her own Secret Agent Lover Man, and a house to live in—she learns that \"happily ever after\" is more complicated than it seems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Lyrical Love Letter to L.A.:\u003c\/b\u003e Experience a Los Angeles you’ve never seen before, a sun-drenched, gritty, and gorgeous wonderland that’s a character in its own right.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Francesca Lia Block","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":54538504306979,"sku":"9780060736255","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/2258\/5123\/files\/9780060736255.jpg?v=1764605069","url":"https:\/\/epicreads.com\/products\/weetzie-bat-10th-anniversary-edition","provider":"Epic Reads","version":"1.0","type":"link"}