If you loved
Awkward.
Lauren Iungerich · Series · 2011
If you loved the cringe-inducing, relatable chaos of Awkward., these stories capture the messy reality of navigating your identity during your formative teenage years.
Books on the same thread
Divergent
Veronica Roth · Book · 2013
Explores: Factionalism, Coming of Age, Identity.
Just as Awkward. focuses on Jenna’s personal evolution through internal narration, this story centers on Tris’s perspective, offering a similar, fast-paced journey of self-discovery and finding one’s place in society.
The Ugly Truth (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 5)
Jeff Kinney · Book · 2010
Shares a thread with Awkward.: Social awkwardness.
If you enjoyed the social awkwardness and relatable struggles of Awkward., you will recognize the same uncomfortable growing pains in Greg’s transition through the confusing landscape of middle school life.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Jeff Kinney · Book · 2007
Explores: School Life, Friendship, Family Relationships.
This book mirrors the social hierarchy and school life themes present in Awkward., focusing on the humor found in the daily humiliations and struggles of a teenager just trying to survive.
The Fault in Our Stars
John Green · Book · 2012
Shares a thread with Awkward.: First Love.
Like the emotional core of Awkward., this story explores the complexities of teenage identity and relationships, balancing heavy moments with a deeply personal, coming-of-age voice that feels remarkably authentic.
Films on the same thread
Eighth Grade
Bo Burnham · Film · 2018
Shares 2 threads with Awkward.: Social Awkwardness, Teen Comedy-Drama.
This film is the perfect companion to Awkward., capturing the exact same adolescent anxiety and social awkwardness as a young girl navigates the digital age and the end of middle school.
The First Time
Jon Kasdan · Film · 2012
Shares 3 threads with Awkward.: First Love, Social Awkwardness, Coming-of-Age Story.
Fans of the first love and social angst depicted in Awkward. will appreciate this film, which highlights the chance encounters and awkward connections that define the teen romantic experience.
Me and Earl and the Dying Girl
Alfonso Gomez-Rejon · Film · 2015
Explores: Terminal Illness, Friendship, Self-Discovery.
Much like Jenna in Awkward., Greg is an awkward teenager navigating the social minefield of high school, using his unique perspective to process the chaos of his senior year experiences.
The Edge of Seventeen
Kelly Fremon Craig · Film · 2016
Shares 3 threads with Awkward.: Teen Angst, First Love, Social Awkwardness.
This film captures the intense teen angst and complicated female friendship dynamics that made Awkward. so compelling, focusing on the messy, emotional fallout of navigating high school social circles.
Podcasts on the same thread
anything goes with emma chamberlain
emma chamberlain · Podcast · 2026
If the blog narration in Awkward. drew you in, you will love this podcast, which offers that same honest, intimate, and unfiltered look at the speaker’s personal thoughts and experiences.
Call Her Daddy
Alex Cooper · Podcast · 2026
Explores: female empowerment, sexual autonomy, brutal honesty.
Just as Awkward. provides an irreverent take on teenage life, this podcast cuts through the noise with the same brutal honesty and focus on the complexities of modern dating life.
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Common questions
What is the premise of the show Awkward.?
Awkward. centers on fifteen-year-old Jenna Hamilton as she navigates the chaos of teenage life. Her experiences begin to change after a simple accident is misinterpreted and blown out of proportion, leading to conflict and humor that she documents in her personal blog posts.
Is Awkward. narrated by the main character?
Yes, Awkward. features a first-person narrative style. The story is told through the voice of Jenna Hamilton, who shares her struggles and experiences in the format of blog posts, providing insight into the humor found within her daily life as a teenager.
Who created the television series Awkward.?
The television series Awkward. was created by Lauren Iungerich. It first premiered in 2011 and provides an irreverent look at the various conflicts and social challenges that define the teenage experience through the perspective of the protagonist, Jenna Hamilton.
How does Jenna Hamilton share her thoughts in Awkward.?
In the series Awkward., Jenna Hamilton shares her thoughts and reflections through her blog posts. This first-person narration serves as a primary way for the audience to understand her perspective on the chaotic events and relatable struggles she faces throughout the show.