To Disappear Quietly: Wanting to vanish, and learning how to stay

Like millions of teens, Renée suffered in silence behind a happy facade. Beautifully written with raw and unflinching honesty, To Disappear Quietly is a poignant contemporary YA coming-of-age novel that carries the emotional truth of a memoir. Inspired by real emotions, it invites readers to join author Renée Lovange as she opens the door on the hidden side of teenage anxiety — revealing the silent struggles, eating disorders, self-harm, and the crushing weight of family expectations — and the slow, often messy process of learning how to stay. Told with vulnerability and depth, this contemporary YA story builds on the world behind Dealing with Teen Anxiety, the guide Renée co-wrote with her mother. Here, she shares her own journey for the first time — from panic attacks and the pressure to fit in, through the wrong choices made just to avoid being left behind, to the urge to disappear so no one would get hurt — until she realizes she has lost her true self. Equal parts heartbreaking and hopeful, To Disappear Quietly gives a voice to: Teens who feel unseen or overwhelmed Parents who want to understand what’s really happening inside Anyone who has ever wanted to vanish — and is ready to learn how to stay With honesty, vulnerability, and a quiet thread of resilience running through every chapter, this novel reminds us that feelings are not facts — and that even in our darkest moments, belonging and joy are still possible. If you’ve ever felt invisible, misunderstood, or on the edge of disappearing, this book is your reminder that you are not alone. Scroll up and grab your copy today. View Less