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Searching for Normal: A Memoir Following in the tradition of creative nonfiction, Alison Neuman details her life experience from the onset of a rare and painful illness at the age of three, recounting her personal journey as she comes to terms with an ever-shifting concept of 'normalcy.' The disease, dermatomyositis, shaped her life in ways most could never imagine; a carefree childhood quickly morphed into a blur of ongoing hospitalizations, increasingly reduced mobility, and overwhelming fatigue and pain. But, amidst her constant battles with her health, Alison emerges as a champion. Searching for Normal will leave readers awed by Alison's perseverance and strength of character; her story serves as a reminder that 'normal 'lies in the eye of the beholder. "Searching For Normal is a memoir about one woman's attempts to define herself according to her skills and talents and passions, rather than the outward symbols of what others might consider disabilities. Neuman relates the story of the physical challenges she's endured, but what shines through in this book-and what leaves the reader inspired and grateful-is her depth of spirit. Her belief in the power of creativity and honesty is a gift to all of us. Alison Neuman is, thankfully, anything but normal." Curtis Gillespie, Author: Almost There: The Family Vacation Then and Now; Crown Shyness; Someone Like That; Playing Through; and, The Progress of an Object in Motion; Winner Danuta Gleed Literary Award. "Searching for Normal is a poignant and inspiring memoir of the power of the human spirit, the strength of dreams, and the importance of family. Alison Neuman may have been searching for normal but her achievements in the arts, including this memoir, are extraordinary. Anyone who has had a dream, struggled to overcome physical or psychological obstacles, or searched for his or her place in the world should read this book. Everyone should read Searching for Normal." Cassie Stocks, Author: Dance, Gladys, Dance. Winner of the 2013 Leacock Medal for Humour.
About the Author: Alison Neuman lives in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. In spite of having a debilitating illness and being confined to a wheelchair, she completed coursework and earned her degree in creative writing from MacEwen College. Searching For Normal is her second book; the first one, Ice Rose: A Young Adult Spy Novel, was published in 2010. Alison has won awards for her singing and her dance performances with the iDance Group near where she lives.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781935517276
  • Publisher: Fireside Publications
  • Publisher Imprint: Fireside Publications
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 302
  • Series Title: English
  • Weight: 399 gr
  • ISBN-10: 1935517279
  • Publisher Date: 21 Oct 2013
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 16 mm
  • Width: 140 mm


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