English language
Published Feb. 21, 2001
Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret
by Judy Blume
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Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret is a middle-grade novel by American writer Judy Blume, first published in 1970. Its protagonist, Margaret Simon, is a sixth-grader who grows up without a religious affiliation because of her parents' interfaith marriage. This contemporary realistic novel was popular with middle-grade readers in the 1970s for its relatable portrayal of a young girl confronting early-adolescent anxieties, such as menstruation, bras and boys. The recipient of national honors and book awards, the novel has been challenged for its frank discussion of sexual and religious topics.
Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret is a middle-grade novel by American writer Judy Blume, first published in 1970. Its protagonist, Margaret Simon, is a sixth-grader who grows up without a religious affiliation because of her parents' interfaith marriage. This contemporary realistic novel was popular with middle-grade readers in the 1970s for its relatable portrayal of a young girl confronting early-adolescent anxieties, such as menstruation, bras and boys. The recipient of national honors and book awards, the novel has been challenged for its frank discussion of sexual and religious topics.