I Want to Keep My Baby – Ann Head – Used Paperback | Vintage YA Classic, Teen Pregnancy & Heartfelt Drama

Before YA tackled “real life,” there was this groundbreaking story.

I Want to Keep My Baby follows 15-year-old Annie, a good student and well-loved daughter, whose world changes with one life-altering decision: she’s pregnant—and she wants to keep her baby. This raw, honest novel from the late 1960s doesn’t sugarcoat the realities of teenage motherhood, making it a bold and unforgettable read for its time.

Expect:

• Emotional depth and social commentary

• A compassionate, realistic portrayal of a teen mother

• A book that sparked conversations decades before YA “issue books” became mainstream

📖 Condition: This vintage paperback has been well-loved, sporting some tape along the spine to keep it intact. Some age toning, cover wear, rough to the touch—retro authenticity fully intact.

🫶 If you loved: Go Ask Alice, That Was Then, This Is Now, or iconic issue-driven YA novels, this is a must-have for your shelf.