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Funny, You Don't Look Autistic by Michael McCreary

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Funny, You Don't Look Autistic

A Comedian's Guide to Life on the Spectrum

Michael McCreary

Annick Press · Print & ebook · March 12, 2019

Reading lane: Autism Spectrum

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.

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

Comic Candor

A comedian’s take on life on the spectrum, with jokes that keep the page moving.

Come here for

  • comic, memoir-style candor
  • playful voice with something to discuss

Expect

  • memoir-shaped nonfiction
  • a light, chatty read rather than solemn self-help

Book Details

Authors
Michael McCreary
Publisher
Annick Press
Published
March 12, 2019
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Autism Spectrum · Special Needs for Teens
Reading lane
Autism Spectrum

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Publisher Categories

  • Performers' Lives

  • Humor for Teens

  • Special Needs for Teens

  • YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION / Neurodiversity

About This Book

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 hi...

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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.

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