Pieces of a Girl

A raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful memoir, Pieces of a Girl by Stephanie Kuehnert explores the difficult journey from trauma and addiction toward self-understanding and recovery. Told through journal entries, original illustrations, and excerpts from the author’s real diaries and zines, this deeply personal book reveals how creativity and community can help rebuild a life.

About the Book

Stephanie Kuehnert shares her experiences as a young woman struggling with painful relationships, substance abuse, and the feeling of being an outsider. For years, she found herself caught in destructive patterns that seemed impossible to escape. Through writing, punk culture, zine-making, and meaningful connections with others, she gradually began finding her voice and reclaiming her future.
The book’s distinctive format combines personal reflections with artwork and pieces from Kuehnert’s own creative history, giving readers an intimate view of her experiences. Rather than presenting recovery as a simple or effortless process, the memoir explores the setbacks, difficult choices, and moments of hope that shape a journey toward healing.
Pieces of a Girl is a powerful choice for readers interested in memoirs, mental health, personal growth, creative expression, and stories of resilience. Its candid storytelling offers an intimate look at how telling one’s story can become an important step toward change.

About the Author

Stephanie Kuehnert is an American writer known for her novels Ballads of Suburbia and I Wanna Be Your Joey Ramone. She has an MFA in creative writing from Columbia College Chicago and has contributed to Rookie, an online magazine for teenage girls.

Product Information

Book Title: Pieces of a Girl
Author: Stephanie Kuehnert
Publisher: Dutton Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780147517715
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publication Date: 26 March 2024
Pages: 320
Recommended Audience: Ages 14 and up

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pieces of a Girl about?
It is a memoir about the author’s experiences with abuse, addiction, and the role of creativity and community in her recovery.
Who wrote Pieces of a Girl?
The memoir was written by Stephanie Kuehnert, author of Ballads of Suburbia.
What format is this edition?
This is an English-language paperback edition published by Dutton Books for Young Readers.