Weird Girl Lit - A Starter Pack

My Year of Rest and Relaxation

In My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh, a young woman in New York City decides to spend a year in an almost constant state of sleep, using a variety of medications. She hopes to rejuvenate herself and disconnect from a life filled with personal losses and disaffection. The narrative explores themes of alienation, grief, and the impact of self-imposed isolation.

Cursed Bunny

Cursed Bunny by Bora Chung blends elements of horror, fantasy, and magical realism. The collection of short stories examines themes of family, love, and economic disparity through imaginative and sometimes unsettling narratives. Each story presents a unique world, inviting readers to reflect on the human condition and the unseen consequences of our actions.

Big Swiss

Big Swiss by Jen Beagin is a darkly comic novel set in a vibrant upstate New York landscape. The story follows a transcriptionist who becomes infatuated with the voice of a therapy client she names Big Swiss. As their lives unexpectedly intertwine, the protagonist is pulled into a captivating web of desire and deception.

All Fours

A semi-famous artist announces her plan to drive cross-country from LA to NY. Thirty minutes after leaving her husband and child at home, she spontaneously exits the freeway, beds down in a nondescript motel and immerses herself in a temporary reinvention that turns out to be the start of an entirely different journey. Miranda July's second novel confirms the brilliance of her unique approach to fiction. With July's wry voice, perfect comic timing, unabashed curiosity about human intimacy, and palpable delight in pushing boundaries, All Fours tells the story of one woman's quest for a new kind of freedom. Part absurd entertainment, part tender reinvention of the sexual, romantic, and domestic life of a 45-year-old female artist, All Fours transcends expectations while excavating our beliefs about life lived...

Molka

Bunny

A darkly funny, gothic novel about a lonely graduate student drawn into a clique of rich girls at a New England university. 'No punches pulled, no hilarities dodged, no meme unmangled. O Bunny you are sooo genius!' - MARGARET ATWOOD. We call them Bunnies because that is what they call each other. Seriously. Bunny. Samantha Heather Mackey is an outsider in her small, highly selective MFA program at Warren University. In fact, she is utterly repelled by the rest of her fiction writing cohort – a clique of unbearably twee rich girls who call each other 'Bunny'. But then the Bunnies issue her with an invitation and Samantha finds herself inexplicably drawn to their front door, across the threshold, and down their rabbit hole. Blending sharp satire with...

Milk Fed

Milk Fed by Melissa Broder is an intriguing exploration of hunger, desire, and self-discovery. The story follows Rachel, a lapsed Jew with an obsession over calorie intake, who begins an affair with a woman named Miriam. As she navigates this new relationship, Rachel experiences a journey of personal growth and emotional awakening.

The Eyes Are The Best Part

'I was enticed from the first line' — OYINKAN BRAITHWAITE, author of My Sister, the Serial Killer SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE 'An outstanding debut' — NEW YORK TIMES This feminist howl-of-a-debut is going to crawl right under your skin... Shortlisted for the Goodreads Choice Awards New York Times Best Horror of 2024 TIME Top 100 Book of 2024 Google Play Top Read of 2024 Spotify Breakout Author of 2024 Kobo Best Audiobook of 2024 Ji-won's life is in disarray. Her father's affair has ripped the family to shreds, leaving her to piece their crappy lives back together. Then her mother's new and obnoxious white boyfriend enters the scene, bragging about his knowledge of Korean culture and ogling Asian waitresses. As he gawks at her teenage...

Earthlings

Earthlings by Sayaka Murata delves into the life of Natsuki, a young girl who feels out of place in her rigid, societal world. She believes she might not be human and seeks connection and understanding from her cousin Yuu and her hedgehog toy, Piyyut. As an adult, she struggles within conventional structures and goes on a journey to find a place where she and her beliefs can truly belong.

My Sister, the Serial Killer

My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite is a darkly comedic thriller set in Lagos, Nigeria. It follows Korede, a nurse who is protective of her beautiful yet dangerously impulsive sister, Ayoola. When Ayoola's habits take a murderous turn, Korede must navigate the moral complexities of family loyalty and justice, all while maintaining her ordinary life and nursing a secret crush on a charming doctor.

Nightbitch

Nightbitch by Rachel Yoder follows a stay-at-home mother who begins to believe she is transforming into a dog. As she grapples with this strange metamorphosis, the story explores themes of motherhood, identity, and the wild aspects of human nature in a darkly humorous and surreal narrative.

My Husband

'A gripping read' - SUNDAY TIMES INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER WINNER OF THE 2024 DAGGER FOR CRIME FICTION IN TRANSLATION PRIZE WINNER OF FRANCE'S FIRST NOVEL AWARD 'Riveting' - OBSERVER 'Totally addictive' - ALICE SLATER 'I couldn't put it down' - JOHN BOYNE From the outside, she has an enviable life: a successful career, stunning looks, a beautiful house in the suburbs, two healthy children, and most importantly, an ideal husband. After fifteen years together, she is still besotted with him. But she's never quite sure that her passion is reciprocated. Determined to keep their relationship perfect, she meticulously prepares for every encounter they have, always taking care to make her actions seem effortless. She watches him attentively, charting every mistake and punishing him accordingly to help him improve. And...

The Pisces

The Pisces by Melissa Broder is a quirky and thought-provoking novel that follows Lucy, an academic grappling with a stalled dissertation and a broken relationship. Retreating to Venice Beach for the summer, she finds herself drawn to Theo, a mysterious swimmer who awakens her desires and exposes her deepest vulnerabilities. Set against the backdrop of sunlit beaches and emotional turmoil, the story navigates themes of love, obsession, and self-discovery with a blend of humour and poignancy.

Motherthing

Motherthing by Ainslie Hogarth is a gripping tale that delves into the complexities of family dynamics and psychological turmoil. The story revolves around Abby, who is determined to keep the peace in her marriage despite her challenging relationship with her mother-in-law. When tragedy strikes, Abby must confront haunting memories and familial tensions, pushing her to the brink of sanity. The narrative skillfully intertwines humour and horror, offering a unique exploration of grief, love, and identity.