Funny, You Don't Look Autistic: A Comedian's Guide to Life on the Spectrum - Softcover

McCreary, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1773212575 ISBN 13: 9781773212579

Publisher: Annick Press, 2019

Synopsis

Like many others on the autism spectrum, 20-something stand-up comic Michael McCreary has been told by more than a few well-meaning folks that he doesn’t “look” autistic. But, as he’s quick to point out in this memoir, autism “looks” different for just about everyone with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Diagnosed with ASD at age five, McCreary got hit with the performance bug not much later. During a difficult time in junior high, he started journaling, eventually turning his pain e into something empowering—and funny. He scored his first stand-up gig at age 14, and hasn't looked back.

This unique and hilarious #OwnVoices memoir breaks down what it’s like to live with autism for readers on and off the spectrum. Candid scenes from McCreary's life are broken up with funny visuals and factual asides. Funny, You Don’t Look Autistic is an invaluable and compelling read for young readers with ASD looking for voices to relate to, as well as for readers hoping to broaden their understanding of ASD.

About this title

About the Author:

MICHAEL MCCREARY is a stand-up comedian who has performed across North America. He uses stand-up to dispel misconceptions about Autism Spectrum Disorder. He lives in Toronto.

Review:

“Funny and powerful.” —Youth Services Book Review, 11/30/18

(Laura Gardner Youth Services Book Review)

“A breezy, upbeat memoir.” —Kirkus Reviews, 12/09/18

(Kirkus Reviews)

“Delightfully engaging and informative, this is a noteworthy addition to a school or public library.” —School Library Journal, 02/19

(Carol Connor School Library Journal)

“Original and captivatingly funny . . . The writing is catchy and sophisticated.” —CM Reviews, *starred review, 02/08/19

(Bev Brenna CM Reviews)

“Fresh, zippy, and funny while at the same time engrossing and enlightening.” —Booklist, 02/19

(Booklist)

“Reflective yet quippy memoir . . . insightful and helpful.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books, 04/19

(The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books)

“Fun to read and filled with insights.” —Guelph Mercury, 05/29/19

(Sarah Murdoch Guelph Mercury)

“Inspiring and insightful, it’s a solid choice for a wide range of YA readers.” —Resource Links, 10/19

(Leslie Vermeer Resource Links)

About this edition

• Publisher: Annick Press
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 1773212575
• ISBN 13: 9781773212579
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 176