Teen Book Club: Raised by Ghosts by Briana Loewinsohn

"Raised by Ghosts" is a semi-autobiographical graphic novel by Briana Loewinsohn, set in the early 1990s, that explores the author's difficult teen years. It follows Briana, a middle schooler who feels like an outsider, struggling with absent and divorced parents, academic pressures, and a deep sense of loneliness. The story, told through alternating first-person class notes and diary entries, captures the protagonist's yearning for belonging and authenticity, especially through her friendships. Loewinsohn's understated storytelling focuses on quiet, everyday moments and the power of close family bonds to convey acceptance and love, despite the challenges.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Malabar Branch Library, 2801 Wabash Avenue, Los Angeles, United States