Fangirl — Content Guide for Parents

Frequently asked questions

• Is Fangirl appropriate for a 7-year-old?

  No explicit violence is mentioned in the book. The narrative focuses on college life and personal growth rather than physical conflict. There is no content in the book that would be considered genuinely frightening or scary. The narrative focuses on personal and social challenges rather than horror themes.

• Does Fangirl have violence?

  No explicit violence is mentioned in the book. The narrative focuses on college life and personal growth rather than physical conflict.

• Does Fangirl have scary content?

  There is no content in the book that would be considered genuinely frightening or scary. The narrative focuses on personal and social challenges rather than horror themes.

• Does Fangirl have religious themes?

  The book contains themes that overlap with LDS-style faith traditions, although it does not explicitly discuss religion. The protagonist's background hints at influences from the LDS faith, particularly through character names and family dynamics.

• Does Fangirl have racial/cultural content?

  While the book features a diverse cast, race is not a central theme or plot element. The narrative does not engage with issues of racism or racial identity in a significant way.

• Does Fangirl have profanity?

  The book contains strong profanity, including multiple uses of the f-word and other curse words. This language is noted in various reviews, indicating its prevalence throughout the narrative.

• Does Fangirl have climate change?

  There are no themes related to climate activism or environmentalism in the book. The focus is primarily on personal and social issues rather than ecological concerns.

• Does Fangirl have sexual identity?

  The book includes discussions of sexual relationships, underage drinking, and a detailed makeout scene. Characters engage in conversations about their sexual experiences, indicating a mature treatment of these themes.

• Does Fangirl have gender roles?

  The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features a female protagonist navigating college life, but does not promote traditional or modern feminist themes explicitly.

• Does Fangirl have lgbtq+ themes?

  The book features a main character, Cath, who writes gay fanfiction about two male characters, Simon and Baz. This aspect of the narrative highlights LGBTQ+ themes, although the primary storyline is heterosexual. The inclusion of LGBTQ+ characters in fanfiction serves as a significant element of the plot.