Young adult
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
In letters to an unnamed friend, a shy freshman describes his first year of high school, adopted by two older students who bring him into their circle of music, parties and friendship.
Facts last checked 2026-10-16
- First published
- 1999
- Pace
- Fast
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 240
- Format
- Standalone
Read this if you want a tender, honest coming-of-age story told in a young, plain voice.
Skip this if you want to avoid stories involving abuse and mental illness.
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Quick answers about The Perks of Being a Wallflower
- What is The Perks of Being a Wallflower about?
- In letters to an unnamed friend, a shy freshman describes his first year of high school, adopted by two older students who bring him into their circle of music, parties and friendship.
- Who should read The Perks of Being a Wallflower?
- Read it if you want a tender, honest coming-of-age story told in a young, plain voice. Skip it if you want to avoid stories involving abuse and mental illness.
- How long and how fast is The Perks of Being a Wallflower?
- It is a fast-paced, short read of about 240 pages, first published in 1999.
- Does The Perks of Being a Wallflower have content warnings?
- Content we flag: Child sexual abuse, Suicide, Sexual assault, Homophobia, Addiction, Mental illness.
- Can I borrow The Perks of Being a Wallflower for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends The Perks of Being a Wallflower; the borrow button above searches it for you.
- What should I read after The Perks of Being a Wallflower?
- Readers who liked it often move on to Looking for Alaska, The Catcher in the Rye, Eleanor & Park.
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