Meet Jess, aka Touretteshero. Jess has Tourettes Syndrome, which means that she makes sounds and movements over which she has no control. Jess swears, she s one of about 10% of people with Tourettes who do. She says biscuit a lot, about 16 times per minute (that s 6 million a year!), and then there are the sometimes life-threatening arm and leg tics... Tourettes can be tough to live with, often bringing out unpleasant behaviour in people who don t understand it, but it can also be inspiring and, above all, funny. Jess s verbal tics are often truly surreal Leisurewear Velociraptor Training Party! , Capital letters talk to themselves at night or If all the hoofed animals could count there wouldn t be a banking crisis. These excerpts from Jess s personal blog follow a year in her life and the whole spectrum of her experiences. We re introduced to her support network of close friends, including Fat Sister, Leftwing Idiot and King Russell, as well as strangers who can be unpredictably helpful or hurtful. Moving, funny, shocking, tender, and inspiring, Jess s words are courageous and optimistic in the face of the major challenges she faces. Welcome to Biscuit Land.
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The blessed Jess Thom… who chose to embrace the condition, to be open, funny, frank, intelligent and enchantingly entertaining about it… Now she has been and gone and done and written this charming, touching and valuable book. --Stephen Fry
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Jess has written for the Guardian on disability issues, and appeared in many TV and radio interviews. She was one of the most engaging contributors to Stephen Fry s Planet Word.
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By Kath1973
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What an amazing read, bought this for Kindle and started reading it last night, and I couldn't stop it was funny, emotional, thought provoking and fabulously written - Jess Thom who wrote the book is an amazing lady who has found a way of dealing with Tourettes in a positive way - she is a true inspiration and will ensure Tourettes is more understood, my son has tourettes and the difficulties he goes through every day amaze me - I find sufferers of this condition to be amazing talented individuals that have a disability but are not letting it hold them back - Well Done Jess for a fabulous book
My advice for anyone thinking of buying this book is to do so you won't be disappointed
My advice for anyone thinking of buying this book is to do so you won't be disappointed
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By MyersHertz
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In no uncertain terms, you want this book.
Jess has really opened a window on what it is like to live with tourettes. The reality of her condition is laid bare, and is in equal amounts surprising, funny and educational. I couldnt stop reading when it arrived. If you have any questions about tourettes, or been curious to know more, then this book is the perfect place to get started!
Jess has really opened a window on what it is like to live with tourettes. The reality of her condition is laid bare, and is in equal amounts surprising, funny and educational. I couldnt stop reading when it arrived. If you have any questions about tourettes, or been curious to know more, then this book is the perfect place to get started!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I've been following Jess's blog for some time now but the book was a revelation about how in the course of a year Jess came to terms with her condition. She is a remarkable woman who has faced the challenges that life has dealt her in a unique way. She has a wonderful support network with Leftwing Idiot, Fat sister and many others who really love and care for her and many times I was brought to tears while reading the book, not just by the dreadful reactions from the public, but by the kindness of strangers.
If anyone can make a difference to how Tourettes is perceived by the public, it will be the most amazing Jess
If anyone can make a difference to how Tourettes is perceived by the public, it will be the most amazing Jess
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Great Book...
Jess is an amazing narrator, she calls it as she sees it with language which is at times rich and colourful, but ultimately what shines through is Jess's personality, so that you... Read more
Published 1 month ago by jaffareadstoo
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Necessary reading - sobering and hilarious at the same time
Brilliant.
Brave, insightful and funny as hell! Laughed and cried my way through. And feel I have a better understanding of what people like Jessica live with, and all the... Read more
Brave, insightful and funny as hell! Laughed and cried my way through. And feel I have a better understanding of what people like Jessica live with, and all the... Read more
Published 2 months ago by K. J. Noyes
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Couldn't put it down
I bought this book as a family member has been recently diagnosed. I really enjoyed it and it was great to see TS from all angles... the highs... the lows... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Icey
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A brilliant read
I absolutely loved reading this book. It was really enjoyable from beginning to end. It also made me feel less alone as I too have Tourettes.
Published 2 months ago by Lenci
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My bad
I'd probably only really give it 2 stars, and although I feel for Jess and her brave taking on of the world with her special condition - and I have no intention here of being... Read more
Published 2 months ago by L. Muhlen-Hubai
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A good read
I really enjoyed reading this book. It was funny and also made you think about how you might react to certain situations.
Published 3 months ago by K. Nunn
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Brilliant
Thank you, Ms Thom, for this brilliant insight into your life and Tourettes Syndrome. Written in such an accessible style - highly recommended.
Published 3 months ago by laurag76
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Loved it.
Gave me a better understanding of Tourettes. Funny and very moving. Worth checking out the website to read the blogs.
Published 3 months ago by super nanny ogg
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Inspiring
A heart warming account of a person's experiences and life with Tourettes. I felt saddened by the negative responses she had but there was a good amount of support to balance... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Helen Broadley
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I enjoyed this book, I think TH is an amazing,intellegent woman. thankyou for letting us share a year in your life.Would reccomend.
Published 4 months ago by linda hill
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