Karen's Worst Day by Katy Farina

From Book Trigger Warnings
Karen's Worst Day
Cover of Karen's Worst Day by Katy Farina
Author(s) Katy Farina
Published 12/29/2020
Publisher Scholastic, Inc.
Genre(s) Graphic Novels, Middle Grade, Fiction, Childrens, Comics, Graphic Novels Comic, Juvenile
Age group 7 - 10


Trigger Warnings

  • Bullying
  • Parental Neglect
  • Sibling Rivalry
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depression
  • School Pressure
  • Eating Disorders

Representation

An asterisk (*) indicates that the author openly identifies with that identity.

  • Diverse family structures (single-parent household, blended family)
  • Gender representation (strong female protagonist)
  • Friendship dynamics
  • Mental health representation (anxiety and coping mechanisms)
  • School experiences and pressures
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills


Tropes

  • Coming-of-age
  • Sibling rivalry
  • School drama
  • Friendship struggles
  • Facing personal fears and insecurities
  • Learning to communicate and express emotions
  • Overcoming challenges and obstacles
  • Finding inner strength and resilience