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Standing Up for Yourself

23 books about standing up for yourself

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Middle Grade Young Adult Graphic Novels

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Goddesses of the Underworld #2

Styx: The River

For the teen navigating feelings of being overlooked or underestimated, this lyrical journey explores finding your own v

Cover of Red Hood

Red Hood

Elana K. Arnold

For the mature teen navigating the complexities of bodily autonomy, menstruation, and the need for protection in a world

Ages 14–18

Cover of The Goldsmith's Daughter

The Goldsmith's Daughter

For the teen navigating a world of rigid expectations who needs to see that their creative voice and personal truth are

Cover of Undisclosed

For the teen exploring the weight of high expectations and the courage it takes to advocate for social justice while sta

Cover of Unstoppable! My Journey from World Champion to Athlete A to 8-Time NCAA National Gymnastics Champion and Beyond

Unstoppable! My Journey from World Champion to Athlete A to 8-Time NCAA National Gymnastics Champion and Beyond

For the young athlete or advocate learning to find their voice and reclaim their joy after facing systemic injustice or

Cover of Becoming Oneself

The Goddess of Second Chances #1

Becoming Oneself

Kennedy Sangiovese

For the teenager who feels like they see the world differently and is searching for a place where they can truly be them

Cover of Ida, in Love and in Trouble

Ida, in Love and in Trouble

Veronica Chambers

For the teen navigating a life-altering choice or seeking her own voice when society tries to silence it, this novel exp

Cover of Stay

For the teenager or parent navigating the warning signs of an obsessive relationship and the courageous, difficult journ

Cover of Make Good Trouble Discover Movements That Sparked Change

Make Good Trouble Discover Movements That Sparked Change

For the teenager who wants to make a difference: this guide explores historical social justice movements to inspire the

Cover of Shadow Coven

The Witchery #2

For the teen navigating the heavy weight of family legacy while trying to find their own circle of trust in a world that

Cover of Private Label

For the teen feeling the weight of high expectations and hidden truths, this story explores finding your own voice withi

Cover of Rosie Loves Jack

Rosie Loves Jack

For the teen seeking to understand the power of self-advocacy and the deep desire for independence when the world undere

Cover of The First Thing About You

The First Thing About You

For the teenager who wants to be known for their personality rather than their physical appearance, this story explores

Cover of The Six Rules of Maybe

The Six Rules of Maybe

For the teenager who feels invisible while caring for everyone else, this story explores finding your own voice when fam

Cover of Hostel Girl

For the child stepping into a bigger world and facing the pressure to fit in. A small-town girl navigates the complex so

Cover of Descendant of the Crane

Descendant of the Crane

For the teen navigating the heavy weight of family expectations and questioning the systems of power they are meant to i

Cover of Hurdles in the Dark My Story of Survival, Resilience, and Triumph

Hurdles in the Dark My Story of Survival, Resilience, and Triumph

Elvira K. Gonzalez

For the teenager or survivor needing to know they are not alone after facing systemic abuse, gaslighting, or the 'troubl

Cover of What's a Girl Gotta Do?

The Spinster Club #3

What's a Girl Gotta Do?

For the teenager who wants to change the world but feels overwhelmed by the cost: a powerful look at activism, online ha

Cover of Shine

For the teenager grappling with the pressure to be perfect and the sacrifice required to achieve a dream in a high-stake

Cover of Bad Girls Never Say Die

Bad Girls Never Say Die

Jennifer Mathieu

For the teen navigating the pressures of being a 'good girl' and discovering that true friendship often blossoms across

Cover of Beyond the Ruby Veil

The Ruby Veil #1

Beyond the Ruby Veil

Mara Fitzgerald

For the teen who feels like they have to be 'good' to be worthy, this dark fantasy explores a girl who chooses power and

Cover of You've Goth My Heart

You've Goth My Heart

For the teenager who feels like they don't quite fit in, this story explores the beauty of subcultures and the courage i

Cover of Frostblood

Frostblood Saga #1

For the teen navigating a world where they feel they must hide their true self, this story explores finding the courage