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This book just did it for me and led me to read all his other books as well, theyre so good. Brooklyn street night craig gilner 16, handsome, but awkward glides on his bike toward the brooklyn bridge. Its kind of a funny story tells the story of craig gilner, a new york high school student who serves as the novels narrator. Its kind of a funny story is a contemporary comingofage novel written by american author, ned vizzini. Ned vizzini later died by suicide on december 19, 20. In conversation with its kind of a funny story author ned. 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. Chapter one its so hard to talk when you want to kill yourself. Thats above and beyond everything else, and its not a mental complaintits a physical thing, like its physically hard to open your mouth and make the words come out. Listen to its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini at. Each quote represents a book that is interesting, well written and has potential to enhance the readers life.

In its kind of a funny story, most critics agreed that the book is believable and seems real. Nov 17, 2014 it s kind of a funny story this book was fantastic. In the opening sequence of it s kind of a funny story, the novels fifteen yearold narrator, craig gilner, is weighing thoughts of suicide. It delivers with fascinating detours into the mind of a teenager living in a world defined by accomplishments with a capital a, when, really, it s accomplishment enough to be able to live a little, laugh a little, and embrace the flawed nature of. 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.

With keir gilchrist, zach galifianakis, emma roberts, dana devestern. The book and movie its kind of a funny story highlight a teenagers journey through depression. Its kind of a funny story movie tiein edition by ned vizzini and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Find this book add to reading list please note that the lexile measures for a small population of books have been recently updated. Its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini, tk, paperback barnes. Its kind of a funny story npr coverage of its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini. I was emotionally invested and, more so, emotionally torn. It s kind of a funny story is a 2006 novel by american author ned vizzini. It also helped that the characters in the movie were cast very well. They dont come out smooth and in conjunction with your brain the. When i read the synopsis i was having second thoughts about reading it because usually books about. He meets one girl his age he sort of makes friends with. But apparently someone does think it s a big deal because here i am.

We also accept submissions from our visitors and will select the quotes we feel are most. It s kind of a funny story npr coverage of it s kind of a funny story by ned vizzini. 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. A clinically depressed teenager gets a new start after he checks himself into an adult psychiatric ward. Vizzini manages to capture the heart and the pain that is. Parents need to know that this irreverent dramedy based on writer neil vizzinis young adult novel its kind of a funny story which costars offbeat comedian zach galifianakis and former tween star emma roberts will likely appeal to teens thanks to its relatable take on how overwhelming life and expectations can be when youre in high school. Just be warned that the book kind of spoils itself on the last page. Jun 18, 20 this feature is not available right now. The main characters of this young adult, fiction story are aaron, nia. Books similar to its kind of a funny story its kind of a funny story. Jun 06, 2011 its kind of a funny story was also made into the movie, which i enjoyed as well. 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.

During craigs five day stay at the hospital he observes and interacts with the other patients. Ambitious new york city teenager craig gilner is det. Younger people than me are on tv and getting their lives in order. Title of a book, article or other published item this will display to the public.

Finally, the urge to kill himself eats into his psyche, and he calls a suicide hotline that quickly recommends that he contact a nearby psychiatric hospital. At nineteen, he had his first book published, teen angst. 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, quote from its kind of a funny story i cant eat and i cant sleep. What i didnt find funny about its kind of a funny story. 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. Its kind of a funny story, ned vizzini, robert fass, teentough topics, teen, tantor media, 8. Its kind of a funny story, by ned vizzini the new york times. Free download or read online its kind of a funny story pdf epub book. May 21, 2018 ned drew inspiration for its kind of a funny story from his own personal struggle with his mental health. Ned 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. 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. It stresses, sometimes too much, that mental illness is nobodys fault, so theres nobody to blame when someone ends up in the hospital. It rsquo s kind of a funny story save to list other books you might like.

Internet personality greg miller host of the rooster teethaffiliated youtube channel kinda funny and screenwriter gary whitta who codeveloped 2016s rogue one. Its kind of a funny story may seem like an odd title for a book with such weighty themes as adolescent depression and suicidal ideation. It s kind of a funny story tells the story of craig gilner, a new york high school student who serves as the novels narrator. Mental illness is not something to dismiss, its life threatening, and this book showcases this in such an amazing way which needs to. Its kind of a funny story is a 2010 american comedydrama film written and directed by anna boden and ryan fleck, an adaptation of ned vizzinis 2006 novel of the same name. I dont see what the big deal is about what happened. The film stars keir gilchrist, zach galifianakis, emma roberts, and viola davis.

Theres nothing like reading a book about depression to bring you down. Its kind of a funny story and millions of other books are available for instant access. Its about a teen, craig, whom is depressed and dreams about suicide. 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. Though now just 29 years old, ned vizzini whose novel its kind of a funny story reaches the screen on october 8 is a literary veteran. I am always updating, changing and developing my blog to the best of my abilities so i hope you find something here for you. Ned vizzini, quote from its kind of a funny story i should be a success and im not and other people younger people are. Never have i wanted to laugh at a characters cynical humour while wanting to cry over the bleakness of his life. This study guide consists of approximately 41 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of its kind of a funny story. Its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini goodreads. Its kind of a funny story is a primer on the symptoms and remedial approaches to depression and other forms of mental illness. Its kind of a funny story was also made into the movie, which i enjoyed as well. In the opening sequence of its kind of a funny story, the novels fifteen yearold narrator, craig gilner, is weighing thoughts of suicide. Anyone dealing with any kind of mental illness needs to read this.

He stops eating and sleeping until, one night, he nearly kills himself. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 444 pages and is available in paperback format. Goodreads members who liked its kind of a funny story also lik. Much like craig, ned spent time in a psychiatric facility. 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. The book was inspired by vizzinis own brief hospitalization for depression in. The first edition of the novel was published in 2006, and was written by ned vizzini.

Find books like its kind of a funny story from the worlds largest community of readers. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. His latest book, be more chill, was the first young adult novel ever chosen as a today show book. Ned drew inspiration for its kind of a funny story from his own personal struggle with his mental health. Mar 21, 2006 it s kind of a funny story was better than i was expecting. Craig gilner is bicycling up to the entrance of a mental health clinic. It was released in the united states on october 8, 2010, and received mixed to positive. Sep 03, 2012 ambitious new york city teenager craig gilner is determined to succeed at lifewhich means getting into the right high school to get into the right college to get the right job. Still, thats a forgivable offense, given how much empathy exists in it s kind of a funny story. 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 s kind of a funny story is a 2010 american comedydrama film written and directed by anna boden and ryan fleck, an adaptation of ned vizzini s 2006 novel of the same name. Ned vizzini began writing for the new york press at the age of fifteen. Even though the movie sped up the pace at the beginning, it delved deeper into some of the characters, fleshing them out more than what the book described.

Its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini, tk, paperback. This study guide consists of approximately 41 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of it s kind of a funny story. Two years later, he was asked to write for the new york times magazine, and at the age of 19 he published teen. Its a shame, though, when that wasnt the authors point. Study questions 1 what symptoms brought craig to the emergency room. Buy a cheap copy of its kind of a funny story book by ned vizzini. Its kind of a funny story is a 2006 novel by american author ned vizzini. Its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini, 9780786851973, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.

Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Craig gilner, the book s lead character, is a 15yearold boy who lives in brooklyn, ny with his. A wunderkind writer, vizzini first sprang to prominence at the age of just 15, when he started writing a column for the new york press. Told from the firstperson perspective, the story follows teenage protagonist craig gilner as he seeks psychiatric help after a period of mental illness.

It s kind of a funny story is a comingofage novel for young adults. So, he goes to a mental ward and gets checked in for 5 days with all the adults because the teen ward is closed. A star wars story have been added to the allstar roster of creators featured as part of dc comics upcoming joker 80th anniversary 100page super spectacular. Its kind of a funny story parts 1 and 2 summary and. Craig quickly transitions from these ideas to observations of the more specific scene that begins part 1. Please note that the lexile measures for a small population of books have been recently updated. Sep, 2016 hi everyone and welcome back to my channel. In there, he meets a whole range of patients, suffering from different mental conditions. Craig gilner is 15 years old, and suffers from depression. The book was inspired by vizzinis own brief hospitalization for depression in november 2004. Book rating 26 narrator rating its kind of a funny story. Jun 18, 2006 it s kind of a funny story may seem like an odd title for a book with such weighty themes as adolescent depression and suicidal ideation, until you recall the last time you burst out laughing. Craig gilner, a highschool student in new york city, cant deal with his grades, keep food in his stomach or prevent himself from feeling disconnected from his friends and family.

Heck, anyone who knows anyone or knew someone who had a mental illness or saw. Its kind of a funny story was better than i was expecting. Dcs joker anniversary special adds gary whitta, kinda funny. 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. Parents need to know that it s 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. But once craig aces his way into manhattans executive preprofessional high school, the pressure becomes unbearable. 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. 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.

Its kind of a funny story is a comingofage novel for young adults. This bright 16yearold is stressed out from the demands of being a teenager. Enhancements were made to more precisely measure materials read in k2 classrooms. The book received recognition as a 2007 best book for young adults from the american library association. Argenon hospital dawn craig locks his bike to a rack in front of an illuminated emergency room sign. Brilliant, edgy story about suicide best for mature teens. Like many ambitious new york city teenagers, craig gilner sees entry into manhattans executive preprofessional high school as the ticket to his future. Worse still, its also not touching, clever, original, or really tolerable unless you have a nostalgic fondness for mid90s comingofage dramas told through selfconsciously quirky devices. Dcs joker anniversary special adds gary whitta, kinda. In the early stages of the story, craig discusses his small circle of friends, his mostly typical childhood, and his problems with stress and depression. It is mostly based on the author, ned vizzinis, own experience in an adult psychiatric hospital. He started having symptons a few weeks after starting highschool at executive preprofessional, a very. Pdf its kind of a funny story book by ned vizzini free.