The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl

by Issa Rae
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Good Books rating 3.83
Comedy/Humor
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  • ID: 4292
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • ISBN: 9781476749099
  • Publisher: Simon and Schuster
  • Published: 2015-02-10
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Issa Rae, creator of the hit series Insecure, shares her experiences of being an introvert in a world that celebrates extroversion, all while dealing with the unique challenges of being black. Her witty and self-deprecating voice makes for an entertaining read as she covers topics like cybersexing, unsolicited comments, and self-acceptance. This New York Times bestseller is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt out of place or awkward in their own skin. Rae's stories are universally relatable, making this book a delightful and insightful journey through the misadventures of an awkward black girl.

Reviews
Introverted Reader · 2024-02-07
engaging 4.00

The reviewer appreciated the collection's exploration of various aspects of the author's awkward life, finding it relatable and engaging. They enjoyed the humor and the author's unique perspective.

The reviewer found the collection of essays to be a delightful exploration of the author's awkward life. They appreciated the humor and the author's unique perspective on being an introvert in a world that often misunderstands them. The reviewer enjoyed the relatable stories and the way the author tackled different aspects of her life with honesty and wit. They found the book to be an engaging and enjoyable read that resonated with their own experiences.

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    This collection of essays tackles many different aspects of Issa's awkward life.

    We start when she's a curious 11-year-old catfishing older men in the early days of the internet.

    The book is a delightful exploration of the author's awkward life, filled with humor and relatable stories.

A Haven for Book Lovers · 2018-10-30
inspiring 4.00

The reviewer found the book humorous and inspiring, highlighting the author's talent and ability to make them laugh. They appreciate the author's authenticity and relatable experiences.

The reviewer enjoyed Issa's stories and found them both funny and inspiring. They particularly appreciated Issa's ability to make them laugh and her talent for storytelling. The reviewer also admired Issa's authenticity and the way she embraces her awkwardness, making the book a feel-good read. They found the book to be a refreshing and enjoyable collection of essays that resonated with them on various levels.

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    I really enjoyed Issa's stories and she had me laughing a couple of times.

    Issa is an inspiring, funny, talented, gorgeous woman and it was an absolute pleasure to read her stories.

    The book is a refreshing and enjoyable collection of essays that resonated with me on various levels.

Book Spoils · 2016-11-16
humorous 3.50

The reviewer found the book to be a humorous and insightful collection of essays on awkwardness and introversion. They appreciated the author's honesty and the way she embraced her unique experiences.

The reviewer enjoyed the book's humorous and insightful take on being awkward and introverted. They appreciated the author's honesty and the way she embraced her unique experiences, making the book both relatable and entertaining. The reviewer found the essays to be well-written and engaging, with a good balance of humor and introspection. They enjoyed the way the author tackled different aspects of her life with wit and authenticity, making the book a enjoyable read.

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    The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl is a collection of essays on what it's like to be unabashedly awkward in a world that regards introverts as hapless misfits.

    The essays are well-written and engaging, with a good balance of humor and introspection.

    The author's honesty and unique perspective make the book both relatable and entertaining.

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