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Fitting Indian
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- Book Synopsis
- This debut teen graphic novel from social media influencer Jyoti Chand and rising star illustrator Tara Anand follows one girl's journey navigating high school and her mental health within a traditional South Asian family. Perfect for fans of Netflix's Never Have I Ever and Tillie Walden's Spinning.An American Library Association's 2026 Rise: A Feminist Book Project for Ages 0-18 book list pick!All Nitasha's parents want is for her to be the perfect Indian daughter-something she is decidedly not. Everything she does seems to disappoint them, especially her mom. They just don't get that she'll never be like her doctor older brother. To make matters worse, she's never quite felt like she belongs at school either, and lately, her best friend, Ava, and her crush, Henry, seem to be more interested in the rich new girl than in her.Alcohol takes the edge off, but when that doesn't work, Nitasha turns to cutting. She can't stop asking herself: Will she ever be enough for her friends or her family? Or even for herself?This authentic and powerful teen graphic novel shines a light on how harmful the stigma of mental illness is and how lifesaving a community that is honest about mental health can be.
- About The Author
- Jyoti Chand, a.ka. @Mamajotes across social platforms, is a dynamic writer, comedian, and passionate advocate for self-care and maternal mental health. FITTING INDIAN is Jyoti's first book and she is currently working on her second graphic novel with First Second Books, among other creative projects. Jyoti's work inspires others to embrace the joy and authenticity in their own lives. With a foundation in stand-up comedy and improv, Jyoti captivates audiences through her highly engaging content across social and digital platforms, offering an unfiltered look into the realities of motherhood. Represented by Haley Henning at Glossary Artists. She holds an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from Hamline University Originally from Los Angeles, she now resides in the Chicago suburbs with her family. Follow her journey at @mamajotes or visit her at mamajotes.com
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9780063237537
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- HarperAlley, (05 June 2025)
- Number of Pages
- 288
- Weight
- 580.61 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 229 x 152 mm
- Categories:
- Types Children's Fiction Children and Teenage: Contemporary Fiction Personal and Social Topics Children and Teenage: Disability, impairments and special needs Children and Teenage: Diversity, equality and inclusion Children and Teenage: Families and family members Children and Teenage: New Experiences and Growing Up Children and Teenage: Physical and mental health conditions Children and Teenage: Self-awareness and self-esteem