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Books I would keep in my secret library
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items A wide array of genres and stories that I have read over the span of years, their only connection being my love for them
Beautifully written, Madeline Miller is an incredible writer. There are so many beautiful quotes to be taken from her writing. She tells old stories with new perspectives and emotions.
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller, Paperback
A beautiful introduction to the idea of depression and divorce for kids. As a child who struggled with depression and anxiety but had no idea what those things even were at the time, this book was so relatable to be that it helped me put a name to wh...
Some Kind of Happiness by Claire Legrand, Paperback
Madeline Miller does it again with another book you won’t be able to put down! This book follows Circe, disgraced daughter of the Sun god Helios who is banished to an island because of her witch blood. There she learns to hone her craft and discover...
Circe by Madeline Miller
I may be biased bc I saw a lot of myself in Cath but Rainbow Rowell is a quickwitted author and this book is full of amazing characters and gay Harry Potter fanfiction
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
If you wished Harry Potter was more gay this is for you
Carry On (Simon Snow, #1) by Rainbow Rowell
A beautiful and heartbreaking story about depression and the foster system
How to Make Friends with the Dark by Kathleen Glasgow
A book about a girl struggling with depression who meets a boy who has known depression his whole life, and he teaches her how to live again.
All the Bright Places - Jennifer Niven
My favorite book series as a kid! All the curiousness of Harry Potter with characters you will fall in love with. A great read for kids and adults alike.
On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness
One of my favorite books with a fat main character. Centered on predominantly fat characters and breaking down the dieting industry while avoiding the boring fat girl troupes we have seen again and again. Zombies meets summer camp gore fest. Love!!
Eat Your Heart Out by Kelly deVos
Another of my favorite horror mystery books with a plus size female lead. This book had me gasping, crying and cackling in delight. A love story of friends after death with a supernatural twist that will keep you on your toes
Undead Girl Gang by Lily Anderson
Love this book! If you’ve seen the movie and think “I don’t need to read the book” I promise you you do. This book covers so much, from loss and familial tension, self worth, the history between fat fashion and drag, and the awesomeness of Dolly Part...
Dumplin' by Julie Murphy (Book, 9780062327192)
A unfiltered look at the ugliness of depression and inpatient mental health treatment. I found it relatable as someone who had a lot of mental health issues, especially as a teenager but I would also encourage those who do not have a history with men...
Girl in Pieces by Kathleen Glasgow
I wrote a super dope feminist poem after reading this which is probably my best work to date, so do with that information what you will.
Rules for Being a Girl: Bushnell & Cotugno
A melancholy reminder that good intentions can still cause harm
Everyone Brave Is Forgiven by Chris Cleave
A compelling story about racial and cultural prejudice and first love.
A Very Large Expanse of Sea by Tahereh Mafi
Steampunk mystery set in the world of “Solace” filled with memorable characters and magical machines.
The Mark of the Dragonfly: Johnson, Jaleigh
A sort of modern retelling of the story of Persephone in which the main character Pierce finds herself entangled with the lord of the underworld.
Abandon #1 - By Meg Cabot
Another great book with a fat female lead by Julie Murphy. This one is a modern retelling of Cinderella but instead of a ball the main character meets her “Prince Charming” on a reality tv show
If the Shoe Fits (Meant to Be, #1) by Julie Murphy
I love a good unlikely romance. Eleanor and Park is about two teens who find love with each other when they are discriminated against at their school.
Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell
Schizophrenia is a highly misunderstood mental illness in today’s society; In “words on bathroom walls” our main character Adam is schizophrenic. We see the high school experience through his eyes, the bullying, the crush on a girl, the longing to be...
Words on Bathroom Walls by Julia Walton
My personal favorite of John Greens books, this delves into small town life and the effects it leaves on us even after we move on.
Paper Towns: 8601420085329: Green, John: Books
A unique book about 3 female monster hunters, the monsters they are hunting? The KKK. This supernatural take on slavery and racism strips away all pretense and emphasizes just how evil hate makes us.
Clark, P. Djèlí: 9781250767028 - Ring Shout
This book was one of my favorites as a teen and continues to be to this day. The Outsiders follows a group of teen boys known as “greasers” in the 50s. When the two youngest of the group are attacked one night by their rivals the “socs” the course of...
The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton, Paperback
Modern retelling of the story of Hades and Persephone, with a twist. This steamy dark romance is a must read for anyone who is a fan of Greek Mythology
Neon Gods (Dark Olympus, #1) by Katee Robert