Book Series · 3 Books
In order from Real Friends to Friends Forever.
The Friends series is a set of 3 graphic novels by Shannon Hale, published between 2019 and 2021. Written for ages 8–14, most books run about 250 pages.
A young girl navigates the challenges of growing up and finding her place in the world, struggling with friendships, family, and her own identity
3 books · Published 2019–2021
A young girl navigates the challenges of growing up, friendships, and self-discovery in the 1980s.
Eighth grade challenges Shannon's self-worth and happiness. Can she find her true self?
A young girl navigates the challenges of growing up and finding her place in the world, struggling with friendships, family, and her own identity
There are 3 books in the Friends series. It began with Real Friends, and the newest book, Friends Forever, was published in 2021.
Start with Real Friends and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.
The series is best for ages 8–14, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
Friends Forever (Book #3) is the longest book in the series at 15,933 words (304 pages).
Real Friends (Book #1) is the shortest at 6,576 words (220 pages).
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