Tina Knapps

"Surviving Sixteen" — A Story Every Teenager and Parent Needs to Hear

Real stories. Real emotions. It is an engaging novel that reveals the silent struggles of teens suffering from depression.

"Surviving Sixteen" — A Story Every Teenager and Parent Needs to Hear

Real stories. Real emotions. It is an engaging novel that reveals the silent struggles of teens suffering from depression.

Tina brings a rare authenticity to her writing. Her lived experience and empathy drive her mission: to give voice to the struggles many young people face in silence. Tina’s work is not just storytelling—it’s a lifeline for those navigating the heavy emotional terrain of adolescence.

Married with two daughters, she now dedicates her time to writing, speaking, and advocating for mental health awareness.

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About the Book

Surviving Sixteen is a book you can’t miss out on! It is a profoundly moving novel told in a series of teen voices—each struggling with depression, self-image, and social pressure. Set in a realistic high school environment, the book whisks readers into the secretive emotional lives of teenagers and into an urgently necessary discussion of mental health.

Being an instrument of empathy, understanding, and healing, this book is recommended for teenagers, parents, teachers, as well as counselors.

Viola B

Each chapter felt like someone had looked into my own mind and feelings and then poured it onto the paper. I wish I'd read this book when I was 16. God, it would've made me feel less alone.

Naila W

It’s quite beautifully written. Tina Knaps is here to start a movement. A must-read for anyone who works with or cares about teenagers.

Joanna A

This book gave my teenage daughter the words she didn't know how to use, and I can’t explain how incredibly grateful I am for that! It opened up a conversation between us. I had no clue where to start, though. This book gave me the words, too. Thank you, Tina, for creating something so true and needed.

Martin H

As a school counselor, I'm constantly looking for books that reflect what kids are really going through. I like Surviving Sixteen because it doesn't sugarcoat the pain, but it does offer hope. It needs to be in every high school library.

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