About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling with the quiet burden of outgrowing a lifelong hobby or is searching for the words to define their identity. Spinning is a hauntingly beautiful graphic memoir that follows Tillie Walden's decade in the high-pressure world of competitive figure skating. It captures the exact moment a childhood passion turns into a chore and explores the courage required to walk away and find one's own voice through art and first love. While it navigates the loneliness of being a closeted teen in a rigid sports culture, it serves as a powerful mirror for any young person feeling the weight of expectation. Parents should be aware that it touches on heavy themes including sexual assault and bullying, making it a better fit for older teens ready for mature, realistic storytelling.
