Craig lives in manhattan and is under a lot of pressure to perform well in both social settings and academic. Its kind of a funny story is about a teen spending a week in mental institution after considering suicide. Mar 04, 2009 this is a reading response for the following book. 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. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. 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. 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. Argenon hospital dawn craig locks his bike to a rack in front of an illuminated emergency room sign. Sell your book in the blurb bookstore, through amazon, or in the global retail network of over 38,000 retailers, libraries, and schools. At nineteen, he had his first book published, teen angst. I dont see what the big deal is about what happened. Vizzini manages to capture the heart and the pain that is.
Movie posted by hope alexandra on august 7, 2015 warning. 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. Its kind of a funny story is a comingofage novel for young adults. Ned vizzini by amongtheshadows you can call me mell.
It s kind of a funny story ned vizzini exposition ned vizzini introduces the main chracter craig and the mental state he is in. Oct 07, 2010 it s kind of a funny story isnt pretending to be one flew over the cuckoo s nest. It s kind of a funny story is a coming of age novel for young adults. Dec 23, 20 the daily lowdown on books, publishing, and the occasional author behaving badly. This specificity is important, because you wont just be writing a fan letter when you ask for a blurb. For a novel about depression, its definitely a funny story. 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. A simple outline for writing a killer book blurb ink and quills. He tries to make the most of his time but more importantly. Its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. As aarons best friend, craig has a lot of influence on him. A farewell to its kind of a funny story author the. Im not doing well in terms of being a functional human, you know.
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. Its a shame, though, when that wasnt the authors point. Its kind of a funny story ned vizzini exposition ned vizzini introduces the main chracter craig and the mental state he is in. The book received recognition as a 2007 best book for young adults from the american library association. 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. Ned vizzinis moving novel, its kind of a funny story, supplies insight into a young mans heartfelt struggle with clinical depression. Ned vizzini quotes author of its kind of a funny story.
Ned vizzini, who himself spent time in a psychiatric hospital, has created a remarkably moving tale about the sometimes unexpected road to happiness. Theres nothing like reading a book about depression to bring you down. Sep 06, 20 heres the general outline of how i craft a blurb request. Its kind of a funny storyreading response staceys blog. Mar, 2015 its a shame, though, when that wasnt the authors point.
Its kind of a funny story is a 2006 novel by american author ned vizzini. 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. A blurb is the description of the story found on the back cover of a book.
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. Ned vizzini began writing for the new york press at the age of fifteen. 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. 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. Later, craig and noelle attend a painting session for the patients. Heck, anyone who knows anyone or knew someone who had a mental illness or saw. She is impressed by craig and leaves him a note to meet with her that night. If you are the publisher or author of this book and. Unfortunately, the youth wing is closed, so he must spend his mandated fiveday stay with adults. In order to be able to adequately discuss the differences and similarities between a book and its visual counterpart, i must reveal certain aspects of the book. But apparently someone does think its a big deal because here i am. Books similar to its kind of a funny story goodreads. 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. I reintroduce myself, and am upfront about what the fact that im asking a favor.
It s so hard to talk when you want to kill yourself craig thinks to himself. Belonging its kind of a funny story quotes flashcards. Its so hard to talk when you want to kill yourself craig thinks to himself. Its kind of a funny story is set in a modern day setting in brooklyn, ny to a psychiatric part of the hospital in argenon hospital were craig learns about his condition and how to control it.
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. The reference to animal farm provides insight into belonging, all people are created to belong, but some belong better than others. Its briefno more than 100150 wordsand creates interest in the story without giving away major spoilers or the ending. 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. The manner of death was suicide, the new york city medical examiners office tells cnn. Its kind of a funny story is kind of a funny story. Print as you go sell one copy at a time and let blurb fulfill the orders or place a large order and sell inperson. The book was inspired by vizzinis own brief hospitalization for depression in november 2004. It was almost like a reverse nightmare, like when you wake up from a nightmare youre so relieved. This concept illustrates how some people in the world find it easier than others with the circumstances of belonging they are placed in. Jul 12, 2011 it s kind of a funny story is a great read. Nov 17, 2014 it s kind of a funny story this book was fantastic. Determined to succeed at lifewhich means getting into the right high school to get into the. It rsquo s kind of a funny story save to list other books you might like.
During craigs five day stay at the hospital he observes and interacts with the other patients. 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. Just be warned that the book kind of spoils itself on the last page. Mar 21, 2006 it s kind of a funny story was better than i was expecting. The format of this reader response was informed by the questions asked of the reader in the following article. 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.
It s kind of a funny story by ned vizzini and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Ned vizzini, who shot to fame at a young age for his teenage novels focusing on youth depression and anxieties, has died. Its kind of a funny story by prince mclean on prezi. Craigs kind offer to bobby is witnessed by noelle emma roberts, another teenage patient who is in for selfmutilation. Its kind of a funny story disney books disney publishing. Its kind of a funny story is the tale of teenager craig gilner who wants nothing more to succeed and make money in life. Main character, craig kilner, is your typical teenager commonly concerned with school, girls, fitting in, and an unknown future. 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. Stressed by adolescence, 16yearold craig gilner keir gilchrist checks himself into a mentalhealth clinic. 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. 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.
Ned vizzini s moving novel, it s kind of a funny story, supplies insight into a young man s heartfelt struggle with clinical depression. Ned vizzini later died by suicide on december 19, 20. After learning of craigs admission into the hospital, aaron doesnt take it. The blurb requests that are seriously considered come from authors who include a heartfelt note as to why they are making this request to this particular author. Heck, anyone who knows anyone or knew someone who had a.
In there, he meets a whole range of patients, suffering from different mental conditions. 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. The book was inspired by vizzini s own brief hospitalization for depression in november 2004. During craig s five day stay at the hospital he observes and interacts with the other patients. Anyone dealing with any kind of mental illness needs to read this. But apparently someone does think it s a big deal because here i am. Basically, the name of the game with a blurb is to entice readers to buy your book. Its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini goodreads. Its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini overdrive.
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. Depression is one of the major themes of this novel. Its kind of a funny story and millions of other books are available for instant access. 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. Like many ambitious new york city teenagers, craig gilner sees entry into manhattans executive preprofessional high school as the ticket to his future. In its kind of a funny story, most critics agreed that the book is believable and seems real. 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. Buy a cheap copy of its kind of a funny story book by ned vizzini. Suicidal craig, overwhelmed by academic pressures, ends up in the adult psych ward, where he encounters a hilarious cast of characters while moving toward recovery. 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. 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. Its kind of a funny story essay sample new york essays. 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.
Determined to succeed at lifewhich means getting into the right high school to get into the right college to get the right jobcraig. 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. How to ask for a book blurb bittersweet book launch. Aaron is craigs best friend and the boyfriend of nia. It stresses, sometimes too much, that mental illness is nobodys fault, so theres nobody to blame when someone ends up in the hospital. 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. What i didnt find funny about its kind of a funny story. Ned vizzini, the author of its kind of a funny story, died last week at the age of 32. Its kind of a funny story is a primer on the symptoms and remedial approaches to depression and other forms of mental illness. But they didnt send me the book, and now my next deadline is upon me, and i. Its kind of a funny story was better than i was expecting. Ned vizzini, the author of it s kind of a funny story, died last week at the age of 32.
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