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by Mason Deaver
I Wish You All the Best introduces us to Ben De Backer, a nonbinary teenager whose life is upended after coming out to their parents. Kicked out of their home, Ben finds refuge with their estranged older sister and her husband, navigating a new school, new friendships, and the daunting process of rebuilding their life. This book is a tender, introspective journey through grief, anxiety, and the quiet courage it takes to be your authentic self. It’s a story that feels deeply personal, offering a poignant look at the pain of family rejection but also the profound healing power of found family and supportive relationships. You'll feel every one of Ben's emotions as they slowly, resiliently, find their footing and discover what it means to truly belong. It’s for readers who appreciate deeply emotional, character-driven stories of self-discovery and hope.
If you connected with Ben De Backer's journey in I Wish You All the Best, you'll find similar comfort and resonance in these thoughtfully chosen books. We picked them for their shared focus on the complexities of navigating queer identity, the profound healing power of found family, and the resilient spirit required to overcome adversity. Like Ben, many of these characters are on a path of self-discovery, learning to embrace who they are while building supportive communities around themselves. These stories offer that same blend of emotional depth and quiet hope.
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Much like Ben in 'I Wish You All the Best', Felix is a transgender protagonist navigating the complexities of identity, self-worth, and first love. The story shares a similar emotional depth and focuses on the importance of self-discovery and finding a supportive community.
by Dean Atta
This novel-in-verse captures the same lyrical and introspective tone as Deaver's work, following a mixed-race gay teen who finds his place through drag. It explores the intersections of identity and the courage required to be one's authentic self.
by Aiden Thomas
While it includes paranormal elements, this book mirrors the themes of seeking family acceptance and the beauty of queer romance. Fans will appreciate the strong focus on found family and the resilient spirit of its trans-masculine protagonist.
by Jeff Garvin
This story features a genderfluid protagonist who, like Ben, deals with the anxiety of coming out and the vulnerability of living outside the gender binary. It offers a realistic and sometimes gritty look at the challenges faced by non-binary youth.
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This book shares the quiet, contemplative, and deeply emotional atmosphere of Deaver's writing. It focuses on the intense bond between two boys as they navigate their identities and the difficult process of growing up.
by Maia Kobabe
As a non-fiction graphic memoir, this provides a deeply personal and intellectual look at non-binary and asexual identity. It resonates with the same themes of self-exploration and the struggle to find the right language for one's experience.
Told over the course of several years on the shared birthday of two best friends, this novel captures the bittersweet and often heartbreaking journey of a trans girl coming to terms with herself. It matches the emotional stakes and romantic tension found in Ben's story.
by Alice Oseman
While focusing on asexuality and aromanticism, this book shares the 'found family' motif and the heavy emphasis on platonic love and self-acceptance that makes 'I Wish You All the Best' so impactful.
by Gabby Rivera
This coming-of-age story follows a young queer woman who leaves home to find herself, dealing with family rejection and the search for community. It mirrors Ben's journey of leaving a restrictive environment to discover a more inclusive world.
This true story about a non-binary teenager and a life-changing incident on a bus provides a serious, analytical look at gender identity and social justice. It will appeal to readers who appreciated the realistic portrayal of the risks and resilience of non-binary youth.
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