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The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl

Book • 2015
In this New York Times bestselling debut collection, Issa Rae writes about her unique experiences growing up as a black girl, navigating adolescence, and dealing with societal expectations.

The book is a series of essays that cover her early life, including her time in internet chat rooms, her struggles with stereotypes associated with being black, and her complex relationship with her family, particularly her parents' divorce.

Rae uses humor to address serious issues like racial identity, cultural expectations, and personal growth, making the book both entertaining and insightful.

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