In Girl Goddess #9, an exciting collection of nine fresh and funky stories, Francesca Lia Block’s compelling voice brings to life a range of individual characters who tackle universal challenges of adolescence—love, family, death, beauty, sexuality—and discover that there is more than one way to live. The discussion topics, suggested reading list, and author biography in this reading group guide for Girl Goddess #9 are intended to spark discussion about the characters and issues raised in this thought-provoking and fascinating book.