Ned vizzini began writing for the new york press at the age of fifteen. Dec 23, 20 the daily lowdown on books, publishing, and the occasional author behaving badly. Ned vizzini, the author of its kind of a funny story, died last week at the age of 32. The manner of death was suicide, the new york city medical examiners office tells cnn. It s so hard to talk when you want to kill yourself craig thinks to himself. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Craig lives in manhattan and is under a lot of pressure to perform well in both social settings and academic. Ned vizzini, the author of it s kind of a funny story, died last week at the age of 32.
In there, he meets a whole range of patients, suffering from different mental conditions. All he does is sleep in his bed and when it is time for lunch he has his food brought to him in his room. Sep 25, 2010 like many ambitious new york city teenagers, craig gilner sees entry into manhattans executive preprofessional high school as the ticket to his future. Its about 15yearold craig gilner, who attends a prestigious college prep school that will set him on his way to the right college, the right law school, and the right job on wall street assuming he can bring up his 93 average. Movie posted by hope alexandra on august 7, 2015 warning.
The reference to animal farm provides insight into belonging, all people are created to belong, but some belong better than others. A blurb is the description of the story found on the back cover of a book. Buy a cheap copy of its kind of a funny story book by ned vizzini. This specificity is important, because you wont just be writing a fan letter when you ask for a blurb. It s kind of a funny story ned vizzini exposition ned vizzini introduces the main chracter craig and the mental state he is in. Later, craig and noelle attend a painting session for the patients.
It s the story of 15yearold craig, a high school freshman who collapses under the pressures of a demanding school, sexual desire, jealousy, and party drugs. Ambitious new york city teenager craig gilner is determined to succeed at life which means getting into the right high school to get into the right job. It was almost like a reverse nightmare, like when you wake up from a nightmare youre so relieved. The format of this reader response was informed by the questions asked of the reader in the following article. Loosely based on the personal experience of author ned vizzini, it follows the story of fifteenyearold craig gilner, whose depression and decision to end his life lands him in the adult psychiatric unit of a brooklyn hospital. Heck, anyone who knows anyone or knew someone who had a.
Ned vizzini, who shot to fame at a young age for his teenage novels focusing on youth depression and anxieties, has died. Ive known the writer for years and its a local press, so i told them i could do it, if they sent it to me in april when i was between deadlines. Basically, the name of the game with a blurb is to entice readers to buy your book. Mar, 2015 its a shame, though, when that wasnt the authors point. But they didnt send me the book, and now my next deadline is upon me, and i cant read it and respond, even though i really. A farewell to its kind of a funny story author the. Having read a lot of these ya mental health books, ive started to notice this really annoying reoccurring theme of pretentiousness, so it was nice to find one thats a bit more downtoearth with a main character who just seems like an average guy who anybody can identify with. How to ask for a book blurb bittersweet book launch. She is impressed by craig and leaves him a note to meet with her that night. Jan 02, 2015 it s kind of a funny story ned vizzini, in my opinion, is one of the best teen fiction writers and this book is him at his very best. Its kind of a funny story essay sample new york essays. Its kind of a funny storyreading response staceys blog. It s kind of a funny story is a 2006 novel by american author ned vizzini.
Determined to succeed at lifewhich means getting into the right high school to get into the. Ned vizzini by amongtheshadows you can call me mell. Argenon hospital dawn craig locks his bike to a rack in front of an illuminated emergency room sign. Its kind of a funny story disney books disney publishing. Ned vizzini, who himself spent time in a psychiatric hospital, has created a remarkably moving tale about the sometimes unexpected road to happiness. Nov 17, 2014 it s kind of a funny story this book was fantastic. Its kind of a funny story is about a teen spending a week in mental institution after considering suicide. The book was inspired by vizzini s own brief hospitalization for depression in november 2004. Print as you go sell one copy at a time and let blurb fulfill the orders or place a large order and sell inperson. Its kind of a funny story ned vizzini exposition ned vizzini introduces the main chracter craig and the mental state he is in. In its kind of a funny story, most critics agreed that the book is believable and seems real. Craigs kind offer to bobby is witnessed by noelle emma roberts, another teenage patient who is in for selfmutilation. I reintroduce myself, and am upfront about what the fact that im asking a favor.
Determined to succeed at lifewhich means getting into the right high school to get into the right college to get the right jobcraig. The book received recognition as a 2007 best book for young adults from the american library association. Unfortunately, the youth wing is closed, so he must spend his mandated fiveday stay with adults. I dont see what the big deal is about what happened. Its kind of a funny story is a 2006 novel by american author ned vizzini. Books similar to its kind of a funny story goodreads. Determined to succeed at lifewhich means getting into the right high school to get into the right college to get the right jobcraig studies night and day to ace the entrance exam, and does. After learning of craigs admission into the hospital, aaron doesnt take it. Its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini goodreads. It s kind of a funny story is a coming of age novel for young adults. Having read a lot of these ya mental health books, ive started to notice this really annoying reoccurring theme of pretentiousness, so it was nice to find one that s a bit more downtoearth with a main character who just seems like an average guy who anybody can identify with. Mar 21, 2006 it s kind of a funny story was better than i was expecting. It rsquo s kind of a funny story save to list other books you might like. During craig s five day stay at the hospital he observes and interacts with the other patients.
Ned vizzini later died by suicide on december 19, 20. Filled with issues that plague a large number of teens today, the author has managed to take sensitive topics and deal with them in a humorous way that never seems disrespectful. What i didnt find funny about its kind of a funny story. Anyone dealing with any kind of mental illness needs to read this. The question and answer section for its kind of a funny story is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel. For a novel about depression, its definitely a funny story. Oct 07, 2010 it s kind of a funny story isnt pretending to be one flew over the cuckoo s nest. Its briefno more than 100150 wordsand creates interest in the story without giving away major spoilers or the ending.
Its the story of 15yearold craig, a high school freshman who collapses under the pressures of a demanding school, sexual desire, jealousy, and party drugs. Naaahned is also the author of be more chill, the first young adult novel ever chosen as a today show book club pick, as well as one of entertainment weeklys top ten books for 2004. He tries to make the most of his time but more importantly. The book is a great way to introduce teens and young adults to the realities of depression because it is written from the experience of a teen. During craigs five day stay at the hospital he observes and interacts with the other patients. Like many ambitious new york city teenagers, craig gilner sees entry into manhattans executive preprofessional high school as the ticket to his future. Theres nothing like reading a book about depression to bring you down. Its kind of a funny story by prince mclean on prezi.
Depression is one of the major themes of this novel. Its kind of a funny story is a primer on the symptoms and remedial approaches to depression and other forms of mental illness. Stressed by adolescence, 16yearold craig gilner keir gilchrist checks himself into a mentalhealth clinic. Ned vizzinis moving novel, its kind of a funny story, supplies insight into a young mans heartfelt struggle with clinical depression. Its a shame, though, when that wasnt the authors point.
Apr 03, 2007 its kind of a funny story is about fifteen yearold craig who suffers from depression and after having suicidal thoughts, calls a suicide helpline and gets admitted into a psychiatric hospital. Jul 12, 2011 it s kind of a funny story is a great read. Main character, craig kilner, is your typical teenager commonly concerned with school, girls, fitting in, and an unknown future. Heck, anyone who knows anyone or knew someone who had a mental illness or saw. Vizzini manages to capture the heart and the pain that is. When the story begins craig his hanging out with his friends ronny, aaron, and nia. It is mostly based on the author, ned vizzinis, own experience in an adult psychiatric hospital. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Ned vizzini quotes author of its kind of a funny story.
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Like many ambitious new york city teenagers, craig gilner sees entry into manhattan s executive preprofessional high school as the ticket to his future. As aarons best friend, craig has a lot of influence on him. The book s eye is on the humorous and its ear catches the way teens, a middleclass new york family, hospital staffers, and phychiatric patients talk and interact. Write down what, specifically, you loved about the book, what spoke to you, and, if you know your own project well, how your book and theirs intersect. Im not doing well in terms of being a functional human, you know. Its kind of a funny story is the tale of teenager craig gilner who wants nothing more to succeed and make money in life. Ned vizzini s moving novel, it s kind of a funny story, supplies insight into a young man s heartfelt struggle with clinical depression. Its kind of a funny story is a comingofage novel for young adults.
Dec 25, 20 its kind of a funny story is about a teen spending a week in mental institution after considering suicide. At nineteen, he had his first book published, teen angst. If you are the publisher or author of this book and. It stresses, sometimes too much, that mental illness is nobodys fault, so theres nobody to blame when someone ends up in the hospital. Belonging its kind of a funny story quotes flashcards. The art of the blurb request nelson literary agency. It s kind of a funny story is the tale of teenager craig gilner who wants nothing more to succeed and make money in life.
Its kind of a funny story was better than i was expecting. Its kind of a funny story ned vizzini, in my opinion, is one of the best teen fiction writers and this book is him at his very best. The book received recognition as a 2007 best book for young adults from the american library association a film adaptation, directed by anna boden and ryan fleck, was. But apparently someone does think it s a big deal because here i am. Craig s story shows that anyone, no matter their situation, can suffer with depression. Its kind of a funny story 1 in the first half of the novel, craig decides that he is not doing as well as his peers at the executive preprofessional high school because he is not gifted instead, he feels that he is just smart and works hard. Apr 03, 2007 like many ambitious new york city teenagers, craig gilner sees entry into manhattans executive preprofessional high school as the ticket to his future. Sep 06, 20 heres the general outline of how i craft a blurb request.
But they didnt send me the book, and now my next deadline is upon me, and i. This concept illustrates how some people in the world find it easier than others with the circumstances of belonging they are placed in. Craigs story shows that anyone, no matter their situation, can suffer with depression. Its kind of a funny story and millions of other books are available for instant access. Title of a book, article or other published item this will display to the public.
There he meets people that helped him get better, also there he discovers he has a great deal of natural talent and abilites for drawing maps. Sell your book in the blurb bookstore, through amazon, or in the global retail network of over 38,000 retailers, libraries, and schools. A simple outline for writing a killer book blurb ink and quills. Just be warned that the book kind of spoils itself on the last page. Read the books you know or want your book to be compared to. Its so hard to talk when you want to kill yourself craig thinks to himself. Aaron is craigs best friend and the boyfriend of nia. The book was inspired by vizzinis own brief hospitalization for depression in november 2004. The book was made into a successful movie with emma roberts and zach. Parents need to know that its kind of a funny story deals with teen depression and suicide, and is based on author ned vizzinis five days in the adult psychiatric unit of a brooklyn hospital. There, isolated from the crushing pressures of school and friends, craig is finally able to confront the sources of his anxiety. But apparently someone does think its a big deal because here i am.
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