Symptoms of Being Human

imagination_v.s_reality shared a tip "This is the first book I’ve read that talks about gender identity and I absolutely loved it. Riley is such an amazing human and the writer of this book created them anyway that made me want nothing more than to hug them. The supporting characters, the plot, the location, all of it was absolutely amazing and I highly suggest you read this book"

B.as.in.bibliophile shared a tip "This is such a good book with fantastic lgbt+ representation, and its one of my favorites. Yet I never hear anyone talk about it! Its such a phenomenal book and so very human. Please read🙂"

jokers_wife_but_che shared a tip "Being human has its quirks...and its irks. And most of those occur within yourself. You'll never cease to stop learning about yourself. And that's okay, because like all things, we're destined to change. Not finding out who you are is not a problem, its an adventure. Because you won't have to settle so soon. And it doesn't matter how old you get, you won't stop changing. And that's okay, enjoy it🖤😋"

thatrainperson shared a tip "This book helped me identify who I am or at least gave me a good starting places. Not only that but I can give it as a good LGBTQ rec. LOVE IT #lgbt #bullying #helpedme #lovedit"

aylan shared a tip "My comfort book. I also love the audiobook! This book helped me get through highschool and inspired me in so many ways. When I can't sleep or I can't calm down, if I feel anxious or sick, I play the audiobook on my phone if I don't have a copy with me to read. One of my favorite art pieces I've ever created is an homage to this book. An all time favorite for sure."

farye_gacha shared a tip "This book is one of the best I ever had I relate so much to Riley and it just hits so far home I've cried a few times because of how much it feels like it's me in the book"

mystic_bumblebee shared a tip "I liked how it portrayed Riley and how we got to go through this journey with them. It really makes you think about how life is now, especially towards the lgbtq+ community."

kai_swanson shared a tip "content warning: this book deals with themes of sexual trauma, suicide, and depression. however, as someone who was dealing with these things when i first read it, and was questioning my identity at the same time, this book hit hard and helped me feel seen."

leo_gallucci shared a tip "This book is so ******* good. Like holy ****. The way Riley battles dysphoria and the anxiety and the depression that come with it, chef’s kiss!! Very realistic and such a good read. I recommend it to anyone!!"

00bugs00 shared a tip "My favorite thing about this book is that Riley's assigned gender is never made obvious. The description of their fluctuations between masculine and feminine are very well written, the story is really captivating, and it has a wonderful ending."

Sina_Reader shared a tip "I am only half way through, but I have learned so much about myself and the community. The differences and struggles that everyone goes through, even not in the community have their struggles. It is an amazing representation of life and finding oneself, so far from what I've read."

gabs. shared a tip "Yes I also really love the book They both die at the end, and I'm starting to read we are the ants which is also a good book so far"

rosa_gutierrez_781 shared a tip "This book talks about people that identify as non-binary or who are gender fluid. It is a good book about young kids who are still trying to see what gender they identify or if they identify as neither."

tobias_battle shared a tip "I really enjoyed this book and being transgender myself I could really relate to quite a few of the struggles present and even though I didn’t go through everything Riley did, I felt like I could really connect with them."

adelae_schlegelmilch shared a tip "The way Riley described their gender hit me right in the feels because it is almost the exact way that I experience genderfluidity and it might not be the same for everyone but it was such a good book and I think everyone should read it."