Like many others on the autism spectrum, 20-something stand-up comic
Michael McCreary has been told by more than a few well-meaning folks
that he doesn't "look" autistic. But, as he's quick to point out in this
memoir, autism "looks" different for just about everyone with Autism
Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Diagnosed with ASD at age five, McCreary got hit with the performance
bug not much later. During a difficult time in junior high, he started
journaling, eventually turning his pain e into something empowering--and
funny. He scored his first stand-up gig at age 14, and hasn't looked
back.
This unique and hilarious #OwnVoices memoir breaks down what it's like
to live with autism for readers on and off the spectrum. Candid scenes
from McCreary's life are broken up with funny visuals and factual
asides. Funny, You Don't Look Autistic is an invaluable and compelling
read for young readers with ASD looking for voices to relate to, as well
as for readers hoping to broaden their understanding of ASD.