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The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl

By: Issa Rae
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 The “brilliantly wry” (Lena Dunham) and “lovably awkward” (Mindy Kaling) New York Times bestseller from the creator of HBO’s Insecure.

In this "delightfully deadpan" (Essence) bestseller named for her wildly popular web series, Issa Rae waxes humorously on what it’s like to be unabashedly awkward in a world that regards introverts as hapless misfits and black as cool.

I’m awkward—and black. Someone once told me those were the two worst things anyone could be. That someone was right. Where do I start?

Being an introvert (as well as “funny,” according to the Los Angeles Times) in a world that glorifies cool isn’t easy. But when Issa Rae, the creator of the Shorty Award-winning hit series The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl, is that introvert—whether she’s navigating love, the workplace, friendships, or “rapping”—it sure is entertaining. Now, in this New York Times bestselling debut collection written in her witty and self-deprecating voice, Rae covers everything from cybersexing in the early days of the Internet to deflecting unsolicited comments on weight gain, from navigating the perils of eating out alone and public displays of affection to learning to accept yourself—natural hair and all.

The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl is a book no one—awkward or cool, black, white, or other—will want to miss. Cultural & Regional Women Comedy Celebrity Witty Funny Misadventure Nonfiction Inspiring Thought-Provoking Biography
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Great Narrative and brilliantly performed!!!
Felt like you are listening to one of your friends, fabulous.

Excellent

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I never knew the east game from such a privileged background with successful parents. it's so refreshing to hear this narrative for once instead of a worries me and the difficulties that our people come from. it was insightful to see that having successful parents allows you to be your most creative self.

I didn't realise the Easter was so funny I feel like I've made a connection with her.

An absolute joy to read. Highly recommended!!!

fabulous rate

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Absolutely loved this book. Issa Rae you rock! Reading this made me want yo.put pen to paper.

Wow!

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funny and relatable, forever a fan of ISSA and all she does. glad I took the time to listen to this thoroughly enjoyed listening while I walked and did housework.

loved it

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so glad I listened to this After watching insecure and the rest of her webseries on YouTube. can completely see how her upbringing primed her for the greatness she is today.

thoroughly entertaining

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