Weird Girl Book Recommendations
Sep 6 2024
Ever feel like you’re not like the other girls? Good. Because who wants to be predictable anyway?
Let’s celebrate the wonderfully strange, the quirky, and the downright odd with some weird girl book recommendations. These reads don’t conform to societal norms — and that’s exactly why we love them.
Here’s a quick roundup of books featuring women who are complicated, unapologetically themselves, and often defy the expectations people have for them. Each one of these books dives into the strange, the unconventional, and the darkly funny.
"Luster" by Raven Leilani
Let’s start with Edie. She’s messy, she’s broke, and she’s trying to figure out her place in the world while juggling a questionable relationship with an older married man. “Luster” doesn’t shy away from the awkwardness and bleak humor of being a young Black woman trying to survive in New York City. Edie’s raw, almost chaotic energy makes you root for her even when she’s doing things you know will end badly. If you've ever felt lost in the adult world, Edie’s bizarre yet relatable journey will hit home."Milk Fed" by Melissa Broder
Melissa Broder knows how to write weird, and “Milk Fed” is a perfect example. Rachel, our protagonist, is obsessed with calorie counting — until she meets Miriam, a curvy, food-loving Orthodox Jewish woman. As their relationship blooms, Rachel’s world unravels in unexpected ways, blending eroticism, humor, and deep psychological insights. This book is all about body image, desire, and breaking free from self-imposed limitations. If you like your weirdness served with a side of existential crisis, this one’s for you."Boy Parts" by Eliza Clark
Prepare for something truly twisted. Boy Parts follows Irina, a toxic, borderline sociopathic photographer who takes pleasure in objectifying men and blurring moral lines. She’s sharp, hilarious in a dark way, and absolutely unhinged. Irina is not a character you’ll easily forget, and Eliza Clark delivers a punchy narrative that will have you questioning why you’re so drawn to this character. It’s weird, it’s provocative, and it’s got a lot to say about art, power, and the human psyche."Convenience Store Woman" by Sayaka Murata
Keiko is 36 years old, unmarried, and perfectly content working at a convenience store. Society doesn’t get it — how could someone be happy with such an "unremarkable" life? But Keiko isn’t interested in living up to other people’s expectations. This book is both hilarious and sad, showing how rigid societal norms can be and how freeing it is to step outside of them. If you’ve ever felt like the odd one out, Keiko’s story will speak to you. And hey, maybe it’ll make you appreciate the small joys in your own life."Where the Wild Ladies Are" by Aoko Matsuda
This collection of short stories blends folklore and feminism in the most unexpected ways. The women in these stories are often ghosts or supernatural beings, but they’re also modern, relatable, and defiant of traditional roles. Each story is strange, sometimes unsettling, but always engaging. Matsuda’s mix of humor, magic, and rebellion against societal norms is perfect for anyone who loves quirky stories with a deeper meaning. Being a weird girl means embracing what makes you different, and these books remind you that there’s beauty in the strange and unexpected. Whether through dark humor, quirky characters, or oddball situations, these books will make you feel seen — even through the lens of the wonderfully weird.Luster
By Raven LeilaniMilk Fed
By Melissa BroderBoy Parts
By Eliza ClarkConvenience Store Woman
By Sayaka MurataWhere the Wild Ladies Are
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