Ariel Schrag Books

Ariel Schrag captures the American high school experience in all its awkward, questioning glory in Awkward and Definition, the first of three amazingly honest autobiographical graphic novels about her teenage years.During the summer following each year at Berkeley High School in California, Ariel wrote a comic book about her experiences, which she would then photocopy and sell around school. Some friends thrilled to see themselves in the comic, others not so much, but everyone was interested.Awkward chronicles Ariel's freshman year, and Definition, her sophomore year. With anxiety in excess and frustration to the fullest, Ariel dives in -- meeting new people, going to concerts, crushing out, loving chemistry, drawing comics, and obsessing over everything from glitter-laden girls to ionic charges and the constant pursuit of the number-one score.Totally true and achingly honest, with every cringe-inducing encounter and exhilarating first moment documented -- Awkward and Definition is an unflinching look at what it's like being a teenage girl in America.

The emotional turbulence of teenage life is vividly explored through Ariel's junior year in high school, where she navigates personal pain and passion while experiencing artistic growth. Schrag's work combines heartfelt introspection with a keen observation of adolescent challenges, making it a poignant read for mature audiences.

Ariel Schrag, a critically-acclaimed memoirist and screenwriter, takes us on a painfully funny tour of her formative years, from her childhood in Berkeley to her mid-twenties in Brooklyn, exploring what it means to connect to others when you don't yet know who you are - when you want to be part of it but the it changes daily.

Set during senior year in Berkeley, California, the narrative follows a teenage girl's journey through the complexities of adolescence. Grappling with feelings for her ex-girlfriend, her parents' divorce, and anxiety about the future, the protagonist documents her life with candidness and humor. The discovery of James Joyce sparks a creative awakening, enriching her perspective. This final volume of Ariel Schrag's autobiographical series offers an unflinching exploration of identity, love, and the quest for truth.

A coming-of-age story unfolds with a blend of sweetness and subversion, crafted by award-winning memoirist and screenwriter Ariel Schrag. The narrative explores the complexities of adolescence, identity, and self-discovery, capturing the challenges and triumphs faced by young individuals. With its engaging characters and relatable themes, the novel resonates with readers, making it a poignant reflection on growing up. Its adaptation into a major motion picture further highlights its impact and relevance in contemporary culture.