Laura Ingalls Is Ruining My Life by Shelley Tougas

Charlotte Lake never asked to move to the middle of nowhere — but her mom, a struggling writer, swears inspiration waits in the tiny town where Laura Ingalls Wilder once lived. Now Charlotte’s stuck in a prairie nightmare: no friends, no Wi-Fi, and endless “pioneer” comparisons she never wanted.

But as she navigates small-town drama, unexpected friendships, and her mother’s creative crisis, Charlotte starts to realize that maybe the real story isn’t about Laura Ingalls at all — it’s about learning where she belongs.

Funny, relatable, and full of heart, Laura Ingalls Is Ruining My Life is a coming-of-age tale about creativity, family, and finding your voice — even when you’d rather stay silent.