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Goodreads Monday: The Thorn Necklace by Francesca Lia Block

Goodreads Monday: The Thorn Necklace by Francesca Lia Block


Goodreads Monday is a weekly meme hosted by Lauren’s Page Turners. To take part, you simply choose a random book from your TBR and show it off. Don’t forget to check out Lauren’s Goodreads Monday blog post to share your Monday selections.





Goodreads Monday: The Thorn Necklace by Francesca Lia Block
For devotees of Bird by Bird and The Artist's Way, a memoir-driven guide to healing through the craft of writing



Francesca Lia Block is the bestselling author of more than twenty-five books, including the award-winning Weetzie Bat series. Her writing has been called "transcendent" by The New York Times, and her books have been included in "best of" lists compiled by Time magazine and NPR. 


In this long-anticipated guide to the craft of writing, Block offers an intimate glimpse of an artist at work and a detailed guide to help readers channel their own experiences and creative energy. Sharing visceral insights and powerful exercises, she gently guides us down the write-to-heal path, revealing at each turn the intrinsic value of channeling our experiences onto the page. 

Named for the painting by Frida Kahlo, who famously transformed her own personal suffering into art, The Thorn Necklace offers lessons on life, love, and the creative process.


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27 comments

  1. Just Another Book Bitch8 May 2018 at 15:01

    Sounds good! I ADORE that cover!

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    1. Jo Linsdell9 May 2018 at 10:57

      I'm looking forward to starting this one. It's a bit different from the usual books about writing that I read.

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  2. Bookworms Corner8 May 2018 at 15:12

    I like the sound of this book, though I am not a writer.

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    1. Jo Linsdell9 May 2018 at 10:58

      I think the idea of The Thorn Necklace is something that might appeal to non-writers too as it's about healing through the craft of writing.

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  3. Saturday Nite Reader8 May 2018 at 16:27

    What a lovely cover!

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    1. Jo Linsdell9 May 2018 at 10:59

      It's nice. Elegant and simple at the same time.

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  4. DJ Sakata8 May 2018 at 16:57

    But the title - it made me flinch when I saw it

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    1. Jo Linsdell9 May 2018 at 11:01

      When I was first approached to review The Thorn Necklace I had no idea what the book was about from the title. Now I know why it's called that, I love the idea. This is definitely a book that needs it's subtitle though.

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  5. Love, Sawyer8 May 2018 at 17:20

    That's a very elegant looking cover.

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  6. Anonymous8 May 2018 at 17:28

    Sounds really great Jo! I enjoy reading books on the process of writing, to better understand what authors go through to create.

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    1. Jo Linsdell9 May 2018 at 11:03

      This one is a different approach to the writing books I usually read, but I love the idea of using writing to heal. It's definitely helped me over the years. One of the reasons I love writing so much is that it allows me an outlet for my emotions and thoughts. It's great therapy.

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  7. Terri8 May 2018 at 21:37

    There is so much truth to the process that this book mentions.

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    1. Jo Linsdell9 May 2018 at 11:04

      I'm looking forward to reading more about the process.

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  8. Unknown8 May 2018 at 22:56

    Enjoy your reads!

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  9. Jenn @ Bound to Writing9 May 2018 at 01:27

    I love the cover for this book. Thanks for sharing!

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  10. Floryie9 May 2018 at 04:41

    A no nonsense cover. I like the sound of healing through writing..

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    1. Jo Linsdell9 May 2018 at 11:06

      I'm looking forward to reading what Francesca Lia Block has to say on the topic.

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  11. Anky's Book Bubble9 May 2018 at 08:45

    The cover is beautiful! And I gotta add this to my TBR!

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    1. Jo Linsdell9 May 2018 at 11:07

      In that case, I hope you enjoy reading this book too :)

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  12. Whispering Stories9 May 2018 at 12:11

    Looks and sounds very interesting.

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    1. Jo Linsdell9 May 2018 at 13:25

      I'm looking forward to jumping into the pages

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  13. Anonymous9 May 2018 at 13:29

    Can't wait for your review....The book sounds interesting.

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    1. Jo Linsdell10 May 2018 at 13:58

      Thanks Allie. Hoping to read and review soon.

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  14. Unknown9 May 2018 at 19:36

    I haven't heard of this one yet. Great choice, though :)

    Megan - Ginger Mom and the Kindle Quest

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    1. Jo Linsdell10 May 2018 at 13:59

      It's a bit different from my usual. Looking forward to reading it.

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