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'Adult Braces' explores the consequences of success and the journey for change

NPR | By Leila Fadel
Published March 16, 2026 at 4:32 AM EDT

Lindy West's book and Hulu series "Shrill" were a hit. Her new memoir "Adult Braces" explores the emotional aftermath of her success and the cross-country road trip that reset her life.

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Leila Fadel is a national correspondent for NPR based in Los Angeles, covering issues of culture, diversity, and race.
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