Laughing at My Nightmare by Shane Burcaw (English) Paperback Book

Description: Laughing at My Nightmare by Shane Burcaw An irreverently funny debut YA memoir that takes an honest and raw look at an average guy with a not-so-average disability. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description With acerbic wit and a hilarious voice, Shane Burcaw describes the challenges he faces as a twenty-one-year-old with spinal muscular atrophy. From awkward handshakes to having a girlfriend and everything in between, Shane handles his situation with humor and a "you-only-live-once" perspective on life. While he does talk about everyday issues that are relatable to teens, he also offers an eye-opening perspective on what it is like to have a life-threatening disease. Author Biography Shane Burcaw is a twenty-one-year-old with spinal muscular atrophy. He is currently a junior at Moravian College in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, studying English. Shane runs a nonprofit organisation dedicated to raising money for muscular dystrophy research. Laughing at My Nightmare is based on his blog by the same name. laughingatmynightmare.com Review "Burcaw has spent most of his life in a wheelchair with progressively debilitating spinal muscular atrophy, but instead of soberly presenting the ups and downs of a potentially bleak existence, he pens an uplifting, laugh-out-loud memoir that calls out the absurdity of his circumstances, and the joy he finds in the everyday." --Booklist "*Laughing at My Nightmare is an unforgettable memoir." --VOYA, STARRED REVIEW "With snark, swagger and self-deprecation, Burcaw explains from the beginning how SMA has shaped his mission . . . With reflections camouflaged in wisecracks, Burcaw demonstrates that a little humor goes a long way." --Kirkus Reviews "Burcaws narrative will resonate with readers, who will laugh along with the funny stories, cringe at the awkward moments, and tear up at the emotionally charged parts. A poignant story that provides a fresh perspective on life." --School Library Journal "*Its engaging, inspirational, and eye-opening." --Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW Promotional An irreverently funny debut YA memoir that takes an honest and raw look at an average guy with a not-so-average disability. Review Quote With snark, swagger and self-deprecation, Burcaw explains from the beginning how SMA has shaped his mission . . . With reflections camouflaged in wisecracks, Burcaw demonstrates that a little humor goes a long way. Promotional "Headline" An irreverently funny debut YA memoir that takes an honest and raw look at an average guy with a not-so-average disability. Details ISBN125008010X Author Shane Burcaw Short Title LAUGHING AT MY NIGHTMARE Language English ISBN-10 125008010X ISBN-13 9781250080103 Media Book Format Paperback Pages 272 Year 2016 Imprint Square Fish Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Illustrations 28 black and white photographs US Release Date 2016-05-10 UK Release Date 2016-05-10 Audience Age 14 Publisher Palgrave USA Publication Date 2016-05-10 DEWEY 617.482044092 Audience Teenage / Young adult AU Release Date 2016-06-13 NZ Release Date 2016-06-13 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:97550224;

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