Recs if you like Fitting Indian...

Graphic Medicine is… (an actual term) graphic novels, manga, comics, and visual representation engaging with health and healthcare - from health diagrams visual pamphlets to a graphic novel including health story or rep.

Note: I have NOT read all of these. It’s more a collection of a genre than intended as a recommendation. Do your research! :)

Mostly adult, YA, MG, and some other youth/ all ages titles

In-progress / updated over time Reccomendations welcome

Books I've read where there's chronic illness and/or mental health mentioned, and it's written like they know their stuff!! I take recommendations!!

YA and MG books where the main character is dealing with their mental health

Books by Desi authors about being a desi girl. whether that be a desi girl in love, a desi girl fighting against community norms, a desi girl in myths.

Graphic novels.

The Nutmeg Book Award encourages children between Grades 2-12 to read quality literature and vote for their favorite of the listed nominees. These books (selected for Grades 9-12) are a collection of diverse stories and authors with powerful stories that are difficult to put down.