Because you like Norah Silverberg in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist
The brilliant Mona Vanderwaal is proof that undergoing an "extreme makeover" isn't always a good thing. See them in Pretty Little Liars.
A sarcastic and nosy tomboy, Stephanie Tanner is understandably not crazy about being the middle child. See them in Full House.
Cady Heron is the new girl in town who's also new to the world of high school, period. See them in Mean Girls.
Gordie Lachance never had any friends later on like the ones he had when I was twelve. See them in Stand By Me.
Xander Harris' life motto: laugh in the face of danger and then hide until it goes away. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Bookish and socially anxious, Ruby Roundhouse is a teenager turned action heroine. See them in Jumanji.
Maria Rambeau is a tough-as-nails Air Force pilot who is also a loving single mom. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Linda Belcher doesn't prescribe to what society deems as "normal." She narrates her life through song, much to the alarm of everyone nearby. See them in Bob's Burgers.
Therese Belivet spent her life letting other people guide her along, and she wants to take control now. See them in Carol.
Meg March might yearn for a life of ballgowns and diamond necklaces, but the boy she falls for doesn't have a penny to his name. See them in Little Women.