“And I said to my body, softly, ‘I want to be your friend.’ It took a long breath. And replied, ‘I have been waiting my whole life for this.'" —Nayyirah Waheed
created by EatTheRich
last updated June, 2026

What a great & important list! I've 2 books I'd suggest to add if you're looking for more books for the list :)
Added!!! Tysm
Might I suggest: Belly of the Beast by Da’Shaun Harrison? I haven’t read it yet, but it was heavily referenced in a recent video on “pretty privilege” that I haven’t stopped thinking about.
ETA: video link for “If Pretty is a Privilege, Ugly is a Curse”
Added and tbr'd! Thanks for the rec :)
I really needed this list today. Thank you so much for creating it. ❤️
I just put This Is Body Grief on hold at my library, and I'm sure that I'll be reading through plenty more.
You're welcome! I hope you find what you need :)
I really love More Than a Body by Lexie and Lindsay Kite, if that fits with what you’re looking for! 🩷
Added!