Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets

Soon to be a major motion picture starring Jason Isaacs, Taylor Russell, and Lisa Edelstein

* "Self-deprecating humor abounds in this debut novel that pulls no punches about the experience of depression and anxiety for its teen protagonist. . . . Captivating introspection from a winning character."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Sixteen-year-old James Whitman has been yawping ( la Whitman) at his abusive father ever since he kicked his older sister out of the house. James's painful struggle with anxiety and depression--along with his ongoing quest to understand what led to his sister's exile--make for a heart-rending read, but his wild, exuberant Whitmanization of the world and keen sense of humor keep this emotionally charged novel buoyant. A Morris Award Honor Book.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Published: 04/07/2015
ISBN: 9780544439535
Pages: 320
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.20h x 5.40w x 0.90d
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 158119 / Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets
Reading Level: 4.7 / Interest Level: Upper Grade / Point Value: 8