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Embarrassment

21 books about embarrassment

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Middle Grade Young Adult Graphic Novels

Cover of In the Girls Locker Room

In the Girls Locker Room

For the preteen navigating the messy world of middle school rumors, locker room secrets, and the pressure to understand

Cover of The Case of the Shady Neighbour

Poppy Pack Mystery #1

The Case of the Shady Neighbour

Janet Petrunia

For the child who has a flair for the dramatic or struggles to tell the difference between a real problem and an imagine

Ages 8–13

Cover of Just Keep Going

Just Keep Going

For the teen navigating the slow, sweet transition from close friendship to first love while exploring their own identit

Cover of Here the Whole Time

Here the Whole Time

For the teenager navigating body image insecurities and the butterflies of a first crush while learning to be comfortabl

Cover of More Ten-Minute Plays for Middle School Performers

Ten-Minute Plays for Middle School Performers #2

More Ten-Minute Plays for Middle School Performers

For the middle schooler looking to find their voice on stage, this collection offers short, age-appropriate scripts that

Cover of Cupid's Capture

The Three Lost Kids #2

Cupid's Capture

Kimberly Kinrade

For the teenager navigating the clumsy, magical, and often embarrassing world of first crushes and the pressure to meet

Cover of Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Puberty—and Shouldn't Learn on TikTok

Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Puberty—and Shouldn't Learn on TikTok

Gemma Hong, Sophie Young

For the pre-teen who is hearing confusing health advice online, this medical-student-authored guide offers clear, myth-b

Cover of Making Friends with Alice Dyson

Making Friends with Alice Dyson

For the teenager feeling the weight of high school labels and the pressure to be perfect while navigating their first br

Cover of Kisses

For the teenager navigating the pressure of dating and self-image, this story offers a mirror for finding worth beyond a

Cover of Curtis Piperfield's Biggest Fan

Curtis Piperfield #1

Curtis Piperfield's Biggest Fan

For the teen navigating the dizzying highs and awkward lows of a first big crush and the social maze of a new school env

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The Great Skinner Series #3

The Great Skinner Enterprise

Stephanie S. Tolan

For the teen navigating the messy boundary between family life and a parent's big ideas. A humorous look at what happens

Cover of Alice in Lace

Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

For the teen starting to think about future responsibilities and relationships while navigating the hilarious, high-stak

Cover of Boy Trouble

Ask Amy Green #2

For the teen navigating the messy reality of divorced parents, school cliques, and the confusing spark of a first crush.

Cover of Paisley Hanover Kisses and Tells

Paisley Hanover #1

Paisley Hanover Kisses and Tells

For the teen navigating the messy world of high school rumors and social hierarchies while trying to stay true to her ow

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Rosie Rushton's Girls #2

For the teenager feeling overwhelmed by a parent's sudden change in lifestyle and the balancing act of friendship and fa

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The Chronicles of Vladimir Tod #1

Eighth Grade Bites

For the student who feels like an outsider, this series starter explores the struggle of keeping a massive secret while

Cover of The Boyfriend Club

The Boyfriend Club

For the pre-teen navigating the excitement and social pressure of first crushes and the importance of staying true to he

Cover of Bad Kitty

For the teenager who feels like they are failing at being the 'perfect daughter' and needs a high-stakes, hilarious esca

Cover of The Real Us

Tommy Greenwald

For the child feeling the weight of middle school labels and wanting to be seen for who they truly are beyond their soci

Cover of Boyology A Teen Girl's Crash Course in All Things Boy

Boyology A Teen Girl's Crash Course in All Things Boy

Keri Smith, Sarah O'Leary Burningham

For the teen girl navigating the confusing world of dating, this guide offers practical advice on understanding boys, bu

Cover of Space Station Seventh Grade

Space Station Seventh Grade

For the student feeling the jitters of moving from the top of the elementary school ladder to the very bottom of the jun