Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.
Judy Blume · 1970 · Novel
It revolutionized middle-grade and young adult literature by openly discussing the physical and emotional changes of puberty, including menstruation and crushes, and religious identity, breaking taboos and validating young readers' experiences.
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Eleven-year-old Margaret Simon moves from New York City to the suburbs and navigates the challenges of puberty, new friendships, and finding her place in a new school. She also grapples with questions of religion and spirituality, often talking directly to God.
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