Highly illogical behavior book

Audio book sample courtesy of penguin random house audio. Highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley, 9780525428183, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley books on. Solomon reed, 16, is agoraphobic and has rarely left home since middle school. Highly illogical behavior npr coverage of highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley. Highly illogical behavior rhode island teen book award. But what started as an experiment leads to a real friendship, with all three growing close. Highly illogical behavior book by john corey whaley. Tell them to be creative but not to give anything away.

Ambitious lisa is desperate to get into a toptier psychology program. Highly illogical behavior hardcover tattered cover book store. Parents need to know that highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley is the story of a teen boy with agoraphobia fear of open or public places, anxiety, and panic disorder who hasnt left the house in three years. John corey whaley, quote from highly illogical behavior but i know what its like to constantly think about a life you arent living. The book received many award nominations following its release, including the 2017 milwaukee county teen book award, the 2018 lincoln award, and the 2018 rhode island teen book award. Lisa, a teen girl who witnessed the meltdown that preceded his decision to never leave home, decides to seek him out, but she has an ulterior motive.

Divide students into groups and ask them to create their own book trailers to introduce highly illogical behavior to next years class. May 08, 2016 highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley 249 pp. Why highly illogical behavior is a book you need to read medium. I thought it treated mental illness in a sensitive manner. Highly illogical behavior paperback the book table.

Highly illogical behavior is a hidden gem of ya literature the novel offers a fresh approach to portraying mental illness in literature. He could see the mountains from his bedroom window, and his parents were so busy all the time that he pretty much got to be sole ruler of the house. Highly illogical behavior ebook by john corey whaley. A hilarious and heartwarming comingofage perfect for readers of matthew quick and rainbow rowell, highly illogical behavior showcases the different ways we hide ourselves from the worldand how. John corey whaley born january 19, 1984 is an american author of contemporary realistic novels for young adults. Highly illogical behavior audiobook by john corey whaley. By myah clinton, university of alabama at birmingham. Highly illogical behavior paperback andersons bookshop. At a time when young adult literature is actively picking away at the stigma of mental illness, whaley carves off a healthy chunk with style, sensitivity and humor. At a time when young adult literature is actively picking away at the stigma of mental illness, whaley carves off a healthy chunk with style. Lisa praytor doesnt know sol well but wants to forge a friendship and help him leave his house.

Jun 03, 2016 highly illogical behavior was a highly engaging read and is easily a single sitting sort of book. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Highly illogical behavior is about a gay teenage recluse named solomon who hasnt left his house in three years and suffers from an intense. Highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley goodreads. Jun, 2017 highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley, 9780147515209, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Highly illogical behavior quotes showing of 54 were just floating in space trying to figure out what it means to be human. When i was writing my second book noggin a couple years ago, i went through a.

Highly illogical behavior is a hidden gem of ya literature. An npr best book of 2016 a book that will make you laugh out loud, full of characters that, while highly comic, never lack nuance or feel less than real. Funny and heartwarming, highly illogical behavior is a fascinating exploration of what makes us tick, and how the connections between us may be the most important things of all. John corey whaley, quote from highly illogical behavior she believed in herself maybe more than other people believed in god or the devil or heaven or hell. But when the truth comes out, what erupts could destroy them all. Read highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley available from rakuten kobo. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read highly illogical behavior. Highly illogical behavior read online free by john corey whaley. Highly illogical behavior john corey whaley, read by robbie daymon and julia whelan. Highly illogical behavior is about solomon reed, a 16 year old who hasnt left his house in three years. First published in 2016, the book centers around three teenagers struggling with mental health issues and questions around their sexual identity. Highly illogical behaviour is a young adult contemporary novel by john corey whaley. His second novel, noggin, was a 2014 national book award finalist. Highly illogical behavior is a sweet coming of age story that dives into topics of agoraphobia, anxiety disorders, and accepting who we are.

I am a fan of all the bright places and almost all of rainbow rowells books. Teen and adult fans of all the bright places, me and earl and. Lilis reflections i have absolutely no complaints about this book. Highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley, paperback. Highly illogical behavior quotes by john corey whaley. May 10, 2016 a hilarious and heartwarming comingofage perfect for readers of matthew quick and rainbow rowell, highly illogical behavior showcases the different ways in which we hide ourselves from the world. Buy a cheap copy of highly illogical behavior book by john corey whaley. Funny and heartwarming hihgly illogical behavior is a fascinating exploration of what makes us tick, and how the connections between us may be the most important things of all. A hilarious and heartwarming comingofage perfect for readers of matthew quick and rainbow rowell, highly illogical behavior showcases the different ways in. John corey whaley does so blending humor with heart while being sure to write with a touch of empathy that readers will also experience. John corey whaleys new novel, highly illogical behavior.

It was a great laugh that kind where you can actually hear the hahahas if you listen closely enough. Sep 03, 2018 on the surface, highly illogical behavior may seem like a light read, but it is deeper than you think. Author interview john corey whaley, author of highly. With that being said, i liked how highly illogical behavior wasnt too much of a predictable ya novel. Teen and adult fans of all the bright places, me and earl and the dying girl, and everything, everything will adore this. Parents need to know that highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley noggin is the story of a teen boy with agoraphobia fear of open or. May 10, 2016 highly illogical behavior ebook written by john corey whaley. From a printz and morris awardwinning author comes a quirky story of comingofage, coming out, friendship, loveand agoraphobia. Jun 02, 2016 highly illogical behaviour is, overall, a heartwarming and beautiful comingofage story.

Funny and heartwarming, highly illogical behavior is a fascinating exploration of what. Whaleys novel is a hidden gem of ya literature, as it offers a fresh perspective on mental health while featuring engrossing conflicts. Solomon has agoraphobia due to anxiety and panic disorder. Whether on a book tour or in the pages of a novel, john corey whaleys metier is building connections. A hilarious and heartwarming comingofage perfect for readers of matthew quick and rainbow rowell, highly illogical behavior showcases the different ways we hide ourselves from the worldand how love, tragedy, and the need for connection may be the only things to bring us back into the light. John corey whaleys highly illogical behavior the new. Highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley 249 pp. John corey whaleys highly illogical behavior the new york times. And john corey whaleys new novel, highly illogical behavior, is the latest addition to this body of work.

John corey whaleys new novel, highly illogical behavior, introduces us to lisa praytor, a girl who believed in herself maybe more than other people believed in god. Lisa, a teen girl who witnessed the meltdown that preceded his decision to never leave home, decides to seek him out, but she. Highly illogical behavior teen and adult fans of all the bright places, me and earl and the dying girl, and everything, everything will adore this quirky story of comingofage, coming out, friendship, love. The following websites will help students get started with their book trailer. What other book might you compare highly illogical behavior to and why. His debut, where things come back, was published by atheneum books in 2011 and whaley won the printz award from the american library association in 2012, recognizing it as the years best book written for teens, based entirely on its literary merit. Praise for highly illogical behavior now a school library journal best book of the year. This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of highly illogical behavior by john corey whaley.