Teen Spirit

Francesca Lia Block, critically acclaimed author of Weetzie Bat, brings this eerie and redemptive ghost story to life with her signature, poetic prose. It's perfect for fans of supernatural stories with a touch of romance like the Beautiful Creatures series by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl.

After Julie's grandmother passes away, she is forced to move across town to the not-so-fancy end of Beverly Hills and start over at a new school. The only silver lining to the perpetual dark cloud that seems to be following her? Clark—a die-hard fan of Buffy and all things Joss Whedon, who is just as awkward and damaged as she is. Her kindred spirit.

When the two try to contact Julie's grandmother with a Ouija board, they make contact with a different spirit altogether. The real kind. And this ghost will do whatever it takes to come back to the world of the living.

Francesca Lia Block's latest young adult novel is a haunting work about family, loss, love, and redemption.

• Teen Romance: Julie is lost in her grief until she meets Clark, a fellow geek who might just be her kindred spirit. But their connection is about to be tested by something not of this world.
• Ghosts and Spirits: A séance to contact a beloved grandmother goes horribly wrong, inviting a dangerous entity with a sinister agenda of its own.
• Body Possession: When a spirit from the Ouija board latches onto Clark, Julie must figure out who she can trust—the boy she’s falling for, or the ghost wearing his face.
• Dead Twin Brother: The ghost that answers their call isn’t just any spirit—it’s Clark’s dead twin, Grant, and he’ll do anything to live again.

I will stay connected to you when I go..

Julie's life has never been perfect. But she's always been able to deal with it by seeking comfort in her grandmother Miriam's sage advice. Now that Miriam is gone, Julie's entire world is beginning to unravel—her mother loses her job and then their house, and Julie has to start over at a new school. She's desperate to discover a way to keep it all together. Desperate for a way to stay connected to her grandmother.

Then Julie meets Clark. He's clever, awkward, and slightly damaged—just the sort of friend Julie needs right now. One night, the two use a Ouija board that Julie finds in her new house, believing it's a chance to reach out to her grandmother. But when they get a response, it isn't from Miriam. And Julie discovers that while she has been eager to regain her past, Clark is haunted by his. . . .

Critically acclaimed author Francesca Lia Block brings this story about family, loss, and redemption to life with her signature poetic prose.

PRAISE FOR THE FRENZY: “A passionate, dreamy, brief paranormal, with a breath-of-fresh-air monstrous heroine and enjoyably surreal set dressing.” - Kirkus Reviews

“Block puts her own spin on werewolves in this romantic thriller.” - The Horn Book

PRAISE FOR PRETTY DEAD: “Francesca Lia Block’s rich language draws you inexorably into her magical Los Angeles—an opulent, surreal landscape populated by very real teens. There you’ll find a world of strange beauty, sudden horror, and lush romance; a modern gothic that draws you into its pages and refuses to let go until the last gorgeously chosen word.” - Cassandra Clare, author of the New York Times bestselling Mortal Instruments series

“A true original…[Block] has created something psychologically complex, erotically charged, and unusually poignant.” - Booklist (starred review)

PRAISE FOR PRETTY DEAD: “An opulent, surreal world of strange beauty, sudden horror, and lush romance.” - Cassandra Clare, New York Times bestselling author of the Mortal Instruments series

“I love the lush, melancholy world of this novel, and its heroine, with her century of secrets.” - Claudia Gray, New York Times bestselling author of Evernight

“Newcomers and longtime fans alike will find much to savor” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“A fresh gem.” - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) (starred review)

PRAISE FOR TEEN SPIRIT: “Poetry and pop culture, life and death—these are just two of the polarities that pulse through Block’s elegantly crafted novel. While the spooky goings-on, eerie romance, and magical-hipster Los Angeles setting have broad appeal, the story has even richer treasures in store for readers who dig deeper.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Block’s sensual language and strong evocation of place embroider this tale of unresolved grief with an overlay of subtle and delicate creepiness.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

“Told in Block’s signature, flowing prose, Teen Spirit is a layered story that’s more about grief than it is about ghosts. A beautiful story from a legendary young adult author.” - School Library Journal

“A startlingly original work that drives a stake deep into the heart of typical vampire stories.” - School Library Journal

“Sizzles and satisfies.” - Publishers Weekly

“Will be gobbled like candy by teen readers.” - The Horn Book

“With her characteristic flair and seductive prose, Block makes this tangled story of betrayal and love a standout. Sensuous and heartbreaking, sure to both satisfy and challenge fans of the supernatural romance.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

PRAISE FOR PINK SMOG: “Pink Smog sparkles and obscures; it’s a glorious mirage, like the city it pays homage to.” - Maggie Stiefvater, #1 New York Times bestselling author, for the New York Times Book Review

“An intoxicating mix of mystery, fantasy, and romance told in her signature poetic style.” - Booklist (starred review)