How to (Un)cage a Girl
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A celebration of girls and women in a three part poetry collection that is powerful, hopeful, authentic, and universal.
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Critical Praise for
How to (Un)cage a Girl
"A stirring exploration of female suffering and empowerment."
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Booklist
"Fans…will be awed by Block’s consistently fertile imagination and her honesty in illuminating the dark moments of girls’ and women’s lives."
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Publishers Weekly
"There is something for everyone in this short, beautifully written collection…poetry lovers or not, readers will find a wonderful read."
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Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) (Starred Review)
"Teenage girls…will devour this insightful and powerful collection."
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School Library Journal
Reader Reviews from First Look
This book paints a vivid picture of a girl growing up and passing through the stages of life. It is an excellent read for females of any age.
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Stephanie (Queen Creek, AZ)
This book paints a vivid picture of a girl growing up and passing through the stages of life. It is an excellent read for females of any age.
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Stephanie (Queen Creek, AZ)
This book was spectacular! I got it and finished it in one day; I couldn't put it down. This was one of the best poetry books I have read! I am sure many more teenage girls will love it too!
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STEPHANIE (CLIFTON, NJ)
An amazing book showing the true feelings of girls everywhere!
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Lizzi (Rochester, NY)
The only word I can use to describe this book is, "Wow!" I read it cover to cover in one day, and I was astounded. It was compelling, enrapturing, and thought provoking, but best of all it was real. I was amazed by Ms. Block's wordsmithery, as well as by the emotions that she captured in a few short lines. Everyone should read this book.
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Laura (Center Harbor, NH)
How To (Un)cage A Girl by Francesca Lia Block was an empowering read. If you have ever felt hesitant about a poetry-novel you definitely won’t be disappointed: Block delivers like no author has in her field since Emily Dickinson. Block teaches us to Carpe Diem (seize the day) and then on the next line to Carpe Noctem (seize the night).
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Erika (Hamilton, MI)
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