M-E Girard
1 SeriesM-E Girard is a Canadian author of YA and new adult fiction, known for her focus on badass teen girls. She is a 2013 and 2015 Lambda Literary Fellow. Girard also works as a pediatric nurse and lives outside of Toronto, Ontario.
In "Girl Mans Up" by M-E Girard, Pen Oliveira struggles with societal expectations as she navigates her identity. Despite dressing and acting in ways typically associated with boys, Pen faces pressure to conform to traditional femininity to gain respect from her family. Additionally, she feels compelled to follow her friend Colby's directives to prove her loyalty. However, Pen soon realizes that neither respect nor loyalty comes from sacrificing her true self. This standalone novel explores themes of identity, conformity, and self-acceptance.
