Books Like Seriously, Celia?
Families who loved Seriously, Celia? by Terri Libenson often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Seriously, Celia? by Terri Libenson often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for Seriously, Celia? when their middle schooler is navigating the rocky transition of changing friendships or feeling trapped in a specific social role. The book follows Celia, who is trying to manipulate her old friend group back together, and Grace, who is tired of feeling like a sidekick. It captures the authentic anxiety of the summer before eighth grade: the fear of being a nobody and the pressure to stay relevant. Parents will appreciate how it explores the difference between a true friend and a person you just follow out of habit. It is a perfect choice for 8 to 12 year olds experiencing social shifts, offering a safe space to discuss peer pressure and the courage it takes to stand alone.
