The (Other) F Word: A Celebration of the Fat & Fierce

Name: The (Other) F Word: A Celebration of the Fat & Fierce
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781419737503
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The (Other) F Word: A Celebration of the Fat & Fierce is a vibrant anthology exploring the multifaceted experiences of being fat in today's world through a young adult lens. It's a collection woven together by personal essays, poems, and stories by various contributors who share their journeys with confidence, identity, and acceptance. This celebration of diversity encourages readers to embrace their true selves, offering empowerment and inspiration.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a collection of inspiring essays, art, and tips celebrating body positivity and diversity. It offers a refreshing perspective on embracing one's identity and is particularly appealing to young adults who value inclusivity and self-acceptance.

Description

The definitive collection of art, poetry, and prose, celebrating fat acceptance.

Chubby. Curvy. Fluffy. Plus-size. Thick. Fat. The time has come for fat people to tell their own stories. The (Other) F Word combines the voices of Renée Watson, Julie Murphy, Jes Baker, Samantha Irby, Bruce Sturgell, and more in a relatable and gift-worthy guide about body image and fat acceptance.

This dazzling collection of art, poetry, essays, and fashion tips is meant for people of all sizes who desire to be seen and heard in a culture consumed by a narrow definition of beauty. By combining the talents of renowned fat YA and middle-grade authors, as well as fat influencers and creators, The (Other) F Word offers teen readers and activists of all ages a tool for navigating our world with confidence and courage.

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The (Other) F Word: A Celebration of the Fat & Fierce is a powerful anthology receiving high praise for its collection of essays, illustrations, and poetry that tackle themes of fat acceptance and self-love. Critics commend its empowering content and revolutionary message, noting the importance of its discourse on body diversity. It is viewed as an inspiring read, especially for young adults navigating body positivity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419737503

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 September 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Books

Contributors:

Edited by Angie Manfredi

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 224

Collections

Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Happiness & Mental Health Young Adult

About the Author

Angie Manfredi is a librarian and writer who owns every season of Law and Order on DVD and sends over 150 handwritten Valentines every year. She has spent the last 11 years working directly with children and teens of all ages in a public library and now works in library consulting on all things youth services. Angie is fat and not sorry about it. She is a passionate advocate for literacy, diversity, and decolonizing the discourse surrounding children’s literature.