I Don’t Want To Be Crazy
Author: Samantha Schutz
A harrowing, remarkable poetry memoir about one girl’s struggle with anxiety disorder.,,This is a true story of growing up, breaking down, and coming to grips with a psychological disorder. When Samantha Schutz first left home for college, she was excited by the possibilities — freedom from parents, freedom from a boyfriend who was reckless with her affections, freedom from….Read More
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