Smile
from the #1new york timesbestselling author
Readers rate it 4.1 (178 on Hardcover)
213 pages · Released Sep 3, 2026 · Graphix
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A note for parents
Smile is a beloved graphic memoir by Raina Telgemeier about her experience with a dental accident and its aftermath, including orthodontia and social challenges in middle school. The book handles themes of insecurity, bullying, and self-acceptance with warmth and humor, ultimately delivering a message about resilience and finding your people. While there are moments of embarrassment and social anxiety that might feel intense to younger readers, the overall tone is uplifting and age-appropriate for middle-grade audiences.
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A true story from Raina's early years. One day after girl scouts raina trips and falls damaging her two front teeth. Even after she gets her braces off she isn't treated the same. When she meets a bunch of nerdy kids she realizes they may be her true friends. A true story from Raina's early years. One day after girl scouts raina trips and falls damaging her two front teeth. Even after she gets her braces off she isn't treated the same. When she meets a bunch of nerdy kids she realizes they may be her true friends.
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- funny
- inspiring
- Graphic Novels
- Fiction
- Biography
- Young Adult
- Spanish
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Comics
- Dental care
- Orthodontics
- Personal Beauty
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ISBN 9780545132053 · Graphix