The Perks of Being a Wallflower

Written by Stephen Chbosky

Narrated by Noah Galvin

“A timeless story for every young person who needs to understand that they are not alone.” —Judy Blume

“Once in a while, a novel comes along that becomes a generational touchstone. The Perks of Being a Wallflower is one of those books.” —R. J. Palacio, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wonder

This #1 New York Times bestselling coming-of-age story with millions of copies in print takes a sometimes heartbreaking, often hysterical, and always honest look at high school in all its glory.

The critically acclaimed debut novel from Stephen Chbosky follows observant “wallflower” Charlie as he charts a course through the strange world between adolescence and adulthood. First dates, family drama, and new friends. Sex, drugs, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Devastating loss, young love, and life on the fringes. Caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it, Charlie must learn to navigate those wild and poignant roller-coaster days known as growing up.

A #1 New York Times bestseller for more than a year, adapted into a major motion picture starring Logan Lerman and Emma Watson (and written and directed by the author), and an American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults (2000) and Best Book for Reluctant Readers (2000), this novel for teen readers (or wallflowers of more-advanced age) will make you laugh, cry, and perhaps feel nostalgic for those moments when you, too, tiptoed onto the dance floor of life.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
• Release date: Sep 19, 2017
• ISBN: 9781508251552

Stephen Chbosky

Stephen Chbosky's first novel, THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER has sold 2.8 million copies in North America alone. In the twenty years since, Stephen has become a prominent screenwriter and director. In 2012 he wrote and directed the film adaptation of PERKS. In 2017 he directed and co-wrote the screenplay of the unexpected hit adaptation of WONDER. He also penned the live action adaptation of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST.

Reviews for The Perks of Being a Wallflower

[calista lenth · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A meaningful and deep novel that both hurts and heals.

[Maria Silveria Grassi · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Simple ND deep. Compelling without being preechy. I love Charlie. I am Charlie. And this book should be read by everyone. It is worth it and we make it in the end.

[Preeti Singh · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow wow wow..What a narration..beautiful..the best of all I have heard till now..And what an amazing book.
Loved it thoroughly!

[Veena Sanjay · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Amazing Narration, Heartwarming Story. Nothing short of Brilliant !!! I totally enjoyed the experience....

[Caley Waldridge · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book is great and I highly recommend! I watched the movie before I read the book and I actually like the way the book is told in letters, unlike the movie. And I loved the epilogue! I think the main character is very easy to relate to, which makes you know you aren’t alone!

[Purab Jain · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What a Book! Just loved it the It was narrated!!

[Nana · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved it and fell in love with Charlie almost instantly also the narrator did an amazing job

[Jay · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What a phenomenal read! Charley is a great friend for us all.

[Carolyn Tucker-Copeland · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book made me happy and sad, calm and angry. It made me feel for characters and people I don’t even know and I’m pretty sure aren’t real. Yes, the book was explicit but whatever. You look past that you see the book in it’s true beauty

[Elli · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A must read for anyone who has struggled with mental illness, or has known someone who has. One of my all time favorites.

[Renee Bhagwandeen · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book found me in a time when I needed kind words! Thank you charley

[Tiffani Smith · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I prefer the movie to the book and that almost never happens.

[Zahira Ramos · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I cried so much with this book.... it hit hard.... never had read it before and not sure why I didn't but honestly it was really good.

[Nahla Aly · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I might write a review, but I need to stop crying first.

[Laura Trif · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved it, felt it. It moved me even though teenage drama it's far from me, but this so much more. It's been a long time since I've felt like writing a review. This is a book for everyone who ever struggled with mental health. Audio version is beautifully narrated. Time well spent.

[Debbie · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is up on my favorite shelf now. Loved it!

[Kim Featherstone · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Love love love this book. It’s what I needed at the right time to give me encouragement that I can make it.

[Sofia Soriano · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

this absolutely broke my heart and soul. i love it

[scholtzn25 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book will change your life in a different way every time you read it!

[dylchelvia · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I like the writing style. And the story itself is very moving.

[fiefie12369 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The narration was fantastic .
I felt young again back in the 90s with him

[brigznenz · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book!great narration!it feels like i am listening to a friend. I need to buy a physical copy of this book and read it again.

[Anna Shuk · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

First book I've read in English and it's so meaningful and important. Highly recommend, but be ready for emotions.

[Halina Kaczmarek · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Poignant, touching, sad and hopeful. I loved it. And I loved the film adaptation, too.

[Anna Powell · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

i saw the world so differently after this book. it’s so beautiful and unique; i loved it. it gave so many perspectives on life and the main character led us through his life with such a wholesome and vulnerable perspective. it’s definitely the best coming-of-age story i’ve ever read. read it!!

[Stefanie Vera · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

It’s a good book but very heavy material. Alot abuse

[Aditya A · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Truly a life changing experience. Everything I needed to hear.

[Cristian Diaz Basualto · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

it was interesting, it´s a book for more of an early adolescent audience than adults.

[Maddi Smith · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

how could anybody write this im dead on the floor

[Mary Voutsas · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Absolutely phenomenal book, and well narrated. Can be easily listened to in one sitting