Books About Female Friendship

The Best Female Friendship Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about female friendship? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Crushed
#2 in Series
Okay, So Maybe I Do Have Superpowers
Series
The Scammer
The Agathas
#1 in Series
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Female Friendship

Crushed
Sale price
$574
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Crushed

By Orli Zuravicky · Book #2 in the Happily Ever Afterlife series

Ghostly dance club faces unexpected rivalry at Limbo Central.

192 pages· 31,933 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 210 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Lucy and Cecily, once talented ballet dancers, aim to start a dance club at Limbo Central Middle School. But Georgia, the cheerleading squad leader, opposes their plan, sparking unexpected drama. Can they overcome this spectral rivalry and bring their passion to the afterlife? Discover the twists and turns of their ghostly challenge.
Free Period
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Free Period

By Ali Terese

Two pranksters tackle period equity, risking friendship for change.

266 pages· 64,226 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 552 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Hardcover
Summary: Helen and Gracie, notorious middle school pranksters, are forced to join the Community Action Club. When an unexpected period incident sparks a campaign for period equity, they face clueless adults, sibling drama, and budding crushes. As their efforts gain momentum, the girls must decide if their cause is worth the potential cost of their friendship. Will they stand up for change or let obstacles tear them apart?
TBH, You Know What I Mean
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

TBH, You Know What I Mean

By Lisa Greenwald · Book #6 in the TBH series

Cece's leadership is tested as friends rely on her for everything. Can she handle the pressure?

240 pages· 13,781 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 360 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
Hardcover
Summary: Cece is fed up with boys' comments and takes charge by leading a successful school event. Suddenly, everyone looks to her for guidance—Prianka needs poetry ideas, Victoria seeks volunteer advice, and Gabby wants homework help. As the pressure mounts, Cece enjoys being a leader but wonders if she can manage it all without losing herself. Can she support her friends and maintain her sanity, or will the demands become too much? Dive into this hilarious tale of friendship and leadership told through texts and emojis.
Okay, So Maybe I Do Have Superpowers
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2014

Okay, So Maybe I Do Have Superpowers

By Jim Benton · Dear Dumb Diary series

Jamie gains the power to understand boys, uncovering strange secrets at school.

160 pages· 16,474 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,761 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Jamie Kelly's diaries reveal her hilarious life at Mackerel Middle School, where she suddenly gains the ability to understand boys. As she navigates this bizarre new superpower, friendships are tested, and strange events unfold. Can Jamie handle the chaos and keep her secret safe? Dive into her world of unexpected twists and laugh-out-loud moments.
The Scammer
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2025

The Scammer

A college freshman's life unravels when her roommate's ex-con brother takes control, leading to a chilling mystery.

368 pages· 79,565 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 17,324 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: Jordyn's college dreams at a prestigious university are shattered when her roommate's ex-con brother, Devonte, moves in. His charm hides a darker influence, and when a roommate vanishes, Jordyn must team up with the university's only white student to unravel a dangerous web of lies. Can she uncover the truth before she becomes the next victim?
Burned
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$1235
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2010

Burned

Book #7 in the House of Night series

A shattered soul, a secret, and a race against time to save a friend.

336 pages· 104,637 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 167,461 ratings
$13.00Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: Zoey's soul is shattered, and her friends must navigate their own chaos to save her. Stark seeks a way to reach her, while Stevie Rae hides a secret that could be the key. Meanwhile, Aphrodite's visions and newfound voice of the goddess add to the turmoil. Can they unite to bring Zoey back, or will their own struggles doom them all?
The Agathas
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2022

The Agathas

By Kathleen Glasgow, Liz Lawson · Book #1 in the Agathas Mysteries series

Two friends unravel a deadly mystery in Castle Cove, where secrets and danger lurk at every turn.

405 pages· 93,620 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 26,299 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: In Castle Cove, Alice Ogilvie and her tutor Iris Adams team up to solve the mystery of Brooke Donovan's disappearance. With the police suspecting Alice's ex-boyfriend, Steve, the duo must navigate secrets and danger to uncover the truth. Armed with Agatha Christie's works, they dive into a world of intrigue, where every clue could lead to peril or revelation. Can they prove Steve's innocence and claim the reward, or will the town's hidden dangers consume them?
Pretty Furious
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2024

Pretty Furious

Five girls seek justice in a town hiding dark secrets.

222 pages· 51,963 words· Est. 5 hour read
3.4/5 Goodreads · 410 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Kindle Edition
Summary: In Eganston, Ontario, five girls unite against the town's hidden darkness. They've seen the best and worst of their community, and now they demand justice. As they challenge the status quo, will their quest for revenge bring redemption or chaos? Discover the power of friendship and the courage to confront the shadows lurking beneath the surface.
Penny and the Tragic Voyage
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Penny and the Tragic Voyage

By Julie Gilbert, Soia Di Chiara Manetti (Illustrator) · Girls Survive series

A torpedo strikes the Lusitania. Can Penny survive the chaos and find her loved ones?

112 pages· 13,048 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 47 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: In 1915, young Penny boards the RMS Lusitania with her brother, Charles. As war looms, she befriends the daring Mary, finding her voice amidst whispers of danger. But when a torpedo hits, chaos ensues. Separated from her brother and friend, Penny must summon courage to navigate the sinking ship and an uncertain future. Will she reunite with her loved ones, or will the sea claim them all? Dive into this gripping tale of survival and bravery during one of history's most tragic maritime disasters.
Mulan's Secret Plan
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2020

Mulan's Secret Plan

By Tessa Roehl · Disney Before the Story series

A young girl navigates a traditional matchmaker's lessons to prepare for marriage, but she and her friends have other plans for their education and future.

128 pages· 10,282 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 430 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Eager to start school, young Mulan soon finds her expectations shattered. The lessons aren't what she imagined, and she must find a new path to knowledge. With her friends by her side, Mulan embarks on a journey of discovery, challenging the norms and standing up for her beliefs. Will they succeed in learning their own way, or will the traditional methods hold them back? Dive into this tale of courage and cleverness, where young Mulan learns that sometimes, the best lessons are the ones you teach yourself.
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