Book description
"A love letter to fandom, friendship, and the stories that shape us, Eliza and Her Monsters is absolutely magical."-Marieke Nijkamp, New York Times-bestselling author of This Is Where It Ends
Eighteen-year-old Eliza Mirk is the anonymous creator of the wildly popular webcomic Monstrous Sea, but when a new boy at…
Why read it?
2 authors picked Eliza and Her Monsters as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
It’s about a girl, Eliza, who created a super successful webcomic. IRL, Eliza is shy and withdrawn so when she meets a boy who loves her comics she doesn’t tell him that she’s the creator. This book is so now and reminds me of the importance of showing your true self and embracing your gifts.
From Annie's list on teen girls finding themself in the midst of chaos.
Anyone with anxiety knows that sometimes it can be so much easier to deal with people in the confines of your own room, safely behind a computer screen, instead of face-to-face. Socializing can be draining and confusing. Eliza’s monsters are so real and relatable. You truly understand her fear. This book is about finding that balance of having your alone time but also being a contributing member of society. Zappia’s format is creative and fun, and boy, does she know how to pull at the heartstrings.
From Sara's list on surviving teenage years while living with anxiety.
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