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by Evan Roskos (Author)
Soon to be a major motion picture starring Jason Isaacs, Taylor Russell, and Lisa Edelstein!
* "Self-deprecating humor abounds in this debut novel that pulls no punches about the experience of depression and anxiety for its teen protagonist. . . . Captivating introspection from a winning character."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review Sixteen-year-old James Whitman has been yawping (à la Whitman) at his abusive father ever since he kicked his older sister out of the house. James's painful struggle with anxiety and depression--along with his ongoing quest to understand what led to his sister's exile--make for a heart-rending read, but his wild, exuberant Whitmanization of the world and keen sense of humor keep this emotionally charged novel buoyant. A Morris Award Honor Book.Author Biography
Evan Roskos completed his MFA at Rutgers University-Newark in 2009, and currently lives in Collingswood, New Jersey. He was named one of Narrative's 20 Best New Writers, and has had stories in Best Fiction, StoryQuarterly, and other literary journals. Visit his blog at www.evanroskos.blogspot.com.
Number of Pages: 320
Dimensions: 0.9 x 8.2 x 5.4 IN
Publication Date: April 07, 2015
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets
Interest Level: Upper Grades, 9-12
Reading Level: 4.7
Point Value: 8
