Francesca Lia Block

A few months ago, Moira, a friend from MySpace sent me a photograph of herself standing in a field surrounded by streaks of rainbow light. I sent the image to my editor and we decided to use it as the cover of my upcoming book of poems, HOW TO (UN)CAGE A GIRL. We got permission from the model and her friends, the photographers, and are looking forward to one of my loveliest, most intriguing covers ever. Although I have never met Moira before, I now feel as if I know her quite well based on her almost daily communications with me through MySpace.

Over the years I have become increasingly disconnected from my readers, except when I do an occasional book signing. As a single mom with young children and books to write, I often don't have time to be in touch.

MySpace has provided me with the opportunity to bond with my readers in a very personal way. I post my most intimate poetry and photos on a regular basis, as well as adding songs that inspire me and updates about my newest books. I have also used it as a way to advertise upcoming writing workshops that I have started to lead. Although I don't always have time to respond to my messages and comments, I always read them.

They are comforting and inspiring and because of the attached profiles, I feel as if I am really getting to know my MySpace contacts. I want to thank everyone who has already visited me and to encourage others to do so. Come read the poetry, listen to the music, see the photos and find some new friends. Who knows? Maybe we'll use your picture on one of my next books or include your poetry in an anthology.

What ideas do you have for my upcoming book covers:
THE WATERS AND THE WILD (a book about a changeling) PRETTY DEAD (a very scary vampire love story)?

Much Love to all of you in the New Year.

Francesca
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Francesca Lia Block
Author of Dangerous Angels: The Weetzie Bat Books (collection), Ruby, Psyche in a Dress, Weetzie Bat, Goat Girls, Wasteland, Echo, The Rose and The Beast, Violet & Claire, I Was a Teenage Fairy, The Hanged Man, Girl Goddess 9, Missing Angel Juan, Guarding the Moon: A Mother's First Year, Ecstasia, and Primavera