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 movie tiein edition by ned vizzini and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. 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. Most of his stress is from school, his shortcomings in the shadow of his bestfriend aaron, his dad who pressures him into being something hes not, and his love for nia. Its kind of a funny story npr coverage of its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini. The book and movie its kind of a funny story highlight a teenagers journey through depression. Ned vizzini, the author of its kind of a funny story, died last week at. Once there, craig realizes maybe he isnt so smart after all.
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. Free shipping on due to covid19, orders may be delayed. Title of a book, article or other published item this will display to the public. 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. Its kind of a funny story was better than i was expecting. Like many ambitious new york city teenagers, craig gilner sees entry into manhattans executive preprofessional high sc. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 444 pages and is available in paperback format. However, fasss voice is strange, and i really disliked how he read the female dialog. 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. 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. During the whole story craig struggles to overcome the pressure and stress he has to go through. But apparently someone does think its a big deal because here i am. Ambitious new york city teenager craig gilner is det. 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.
The first edition of the novel was published in 2006, and was written by ned vizzini. With keir gilchrist, zach galifianakis, emma roberts, dana devestern. The book was inspired by vizzinis own brief hospitalization for depression in. Susan jane gilman, the bestselling multigenre writer talks about her latest novel, donna has left the building, and appreciating your gifts. But once craig aces his way into manhattans executive preprofessional high school, the pressure becomes unbearable. Brooklyn street night craig gilner 16, handsome, but awkward glides on his bike toward the brooklyn bridge. The daily lowdown on books, publishing, and the occasional author behaving badly. What could have made this a 4 or 5star listening experience for you. During craigs 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.
The author writes based on his experience in a psychiatric hospital in 2004 2005, but my experiences i was hospitalized in 2008, 2009, and 2011 were a hell of a lot different, so it seems like a lot of wishful thinking i. Its kind of a funny story is the tale of teenager craig gilner who wants nothing more to succeed and make money in life. But things come full circle, baby, and two months later i was back in. Longterm depression doesnt make a huge change just by telling yourself that youre going to start living life. Naaah ned is also the author of be more chill, the first young adult novel ever chosen as a today. Its kind of a funny story is a 2006 novel by american author ned vizzini. On a particular night he has a suicidal episode which gets him checked into hospital and spending time in adult psychiatric. He has to work twice as hard as his classmates just to get by. Its kind of a funny story is about 15yrold new yorker, craig gilner. Its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini, 9780786851973, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Ned vizzini by amongtheshadows you can call me mell. 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. The main characters of this young adult, fiction story are aaron, nia. The book received recognition as a 2007 best book for young adults from the american library association.
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. Its kind of a funny story poche ned vizzini achat livre ou ebook. 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. Free download or read online its kind of a funny story pdf epub book. Its kind of a funny story, ned vizzini, hyperion libri. Pdf its kind of a funny story book by ned vizzini free. 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.
When the story begins craig his hanging out with his friends ronny, aaron, and nia. Its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini goodreads. Its kind of a funny story is a comingofage novel for young adults. 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. Listen to its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini at. 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. Like many ambitious new york city teenagers, craig gilner sees entry into manhattans executive preprofessional high school as the ticket to his future. Heck, anyone who knows anyone or knew someone who had a mental illness or saw. There, isolated from the crushing pressures of school and friends, craig is finally able to confront the sources of his anxiety. Ned vizzini began writing for the new york press at the age of fifteen. Craig does not have overzealous parents or highachieving friends, but he puts enormous.
If one were to stumble upon a story revolving around such a. A clinically depressed teenager gets a new start after he checks himself into an adult psychiatric ward. At nineteen, he had his first book published, teen angst. Read its kind of a funny story by ned vizzini available from rakuten kobo. This book just did it for me and led me to read all his other books as well, theyre so good.
The book was inspired by vizzinis own brief hospitalization for depression in november 2004. If youre looking for a light, decently entertaining read than its kind of a funny story would be a good pick. 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. It has the good message that you can change your life for you, and do what makes you happy. Buy a cheap copy of its kind of a funny story book by ned vizzini. A film adaptation, directed by anna boden and ryan fleck, was released in the united states on october 8, 2010. Like most ya stories, its quirky and tries to get in with the kids but really misses a lot. I was emotionally invested and, more so, emotionally torn. 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. I am always updating, changing and developing my blog to the best of my abilities so i hope you find something here for you.
Enhancements were made to more precisely measure materials read in k2 classrooms. The main conflict in the story is craig fighting his depression. Its kind of a funny story tells the story of craig gilner, a new york high school student who serves as the novels narrator. Craig lives in manhattan and is under a lot of pressure to perform well in both social settings and academic. 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. Ned vizzini later died by suicide on december 19, 20. For a novel about depression, its definitely a funny story. Find this book add to reading list please note that the lexile measures for a small population of books have been recently updated. 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. Its kind of a funny story was written by ned vizzini and its about a fifteen year old boy called craig who struggles with anxiety and depression. Movie posted by hope alexandra on august 7, 2015 warning. Book rating 26 narrator rating its kind of a funny story. 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. Questions and ideas about ned vizzinis book its kind of a funny story.
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. Discussion of the conflict its kind of a funny story. Craig does not have overzealous parents or highachieving friends, but he puts enormous pressure on himself to excel, working hard enough to be accepted to an elite school for gifted teens. Its kind of a funny story audiobook by ned vizzini.
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