The (Other) F Word
A Celebration of the Fat & Fierce

The definitive collection of art, poetry, and prose, celebrating fat acceptance. With contributions from Lily Anderson, David Bowles, Mason Deaver, Alex Gino, Jiji Knight, Miguel M. Morales, Julie Murphy, Renée Watson, and many more!

You can read my essay A Body Like Mine featured in this collection!

Chubby. Curvy. Fluffy. Plus-size. Thick. Fat. The time has come for fat people to tell their own stories. 'The (Other) F Word combines personal essays, prose, poetry, fashion tips, and art to create a relatable and attractive guide about body image and body positivity. This YA crossover anthology is meant for people of all sizes who desire to be seen and heard in a culture consumed by a narrow definition of beauty.

By combining the talents of renowned fat YA and middle-grade authors, as well as fat influencers and creators, The (Other) F Word offers teen readers and activists of all ages a guide for navigating our world with confidence and courage.

Praise for The (Other) F Word

Named Some of the Best Teen Non-fiction by the Chicago Public Library
& One of the New York Public Library’s Best Teen Books!

★ “This outstanding anthology of essays, illustrations, poems, and letters assembled and edited by librarian and writer Manfredi is a celebration of every body and presents a revolutionary message about fat acceptance and self-love.”
— Publisher’s Weekly Starred Review

★ “Essay titles and contributor bios are almost as empowering as the pieces themselves. Readers will be buoyed by titles like "From Your Fat Future," "Does this poem make me look fat?" and "The 5 Things You Need to Start Your Very Own Rad Fat Babe Revolution (from Someone Who Knows)." An appendix of "FAT FASHION resources" rounds out this upbeat, forward-thinking compilation.”
— Shelf Awareness Starred Review