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The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh

An inspiring tale of laughter and resilience

Helen Rutter author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Scholastic

Published:4th Feb '21

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This touching story follows an eleven-year-old boy with a stammer who dreams of becoming a stand-up comedian. The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh is filled with humor and heart.

In The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh, we meet Billy, an eleven-year-old boy with dreams of becoming a stand-up comedian. Despite his stammer, Billy is determined to deliver punchlines that leave audiences in stitches. This heartfelt story explores the challenges he faces as he navigates his aspirations and the obstacles that come with them. The narrative is both touching and humorous, showcasing Billy's resilience and creativity as he seeks to find his voice.

The inspiration for this book stems from Helen Rutter's own experiences with her son who has a stammer. She aimed to create a character that reflects the struggles and triumphs of children like him. As Billy learns to embrace his uniqueness, readers are taken on a journey filled with laughter, empathy, and the importance of self-acceptance. The book resonates with anyone who has ever felt different or faced challenges in pursuing their dreams.

The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh has garnered significant acclaim, being shortlisted for prestigious awards and praised by various authors for its humor and heart. It serves not only as an entertaining story but also as a source of inspiration for young readers, encouraging them to find their own voices and to understand the power of laughter in overcoming adversity.

ISBN: 9780702300851

Dimensions: 201mm x 143mm x 20mm

Weight: 210g

360 pages