Kiley Reid

Kiley Reid

3 Series

Kiley Reid is an American author from Philadelphia, known for her debut novel, "Such a Fun Age." The novel examines class dynamics within the microculture of babysitting. It is set in Reid's hometown of Philadelphia.

Kiley Reid's debut novel, "Such A Fun Age," centers on Alix Chamberlain, a confident and wealthy woman, and her babysitter, Emira Tucker. Emira faces accusations of kidnapping in a supermarket while caring for Alix's child, an incident captured on video. As Emira struggles with financial instability and an uncertain future, the viral video complicates matters further by revealing someone from Alix's past. Alix attempts to support Emira, but their lives are set on a collision course that will dramatically alter their paths. Reid's narrative explores themes of race, privilege, and the complexities of modern relationships.

Standalone Novels

Such a Fun Age

(2019)

Come and Get It

(2024)

Short Stories/Novellas

George Washington's Teeth

(2019)

Currency

Me and Carlos

(2020)(By: Tom Perrotta)

The Tomorrow Box

(2021)(By: Curtis Sittenfeld)

The Summer House

(2021)(By: Cristina Henriquez)

Crewelwork

(2021)(By: Justin Torres)

Rewards

(2021)(By: Emma Cline)

Simplexity

(2021)

I Would Be Doing This Anyway

(2021)(By: Jia Tolentino)

If You Are Lonely and You Know It

(2021)(By: Yiyun Li)

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