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  • Cheer Up, Love

  • Adventures in Depression with the Crab of Hate
  • By: Susan Calman
  • Narrated by: Susan Calman
  • Length: 6 hrs
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (48 ratings)

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Cheer Up, Love

By: Susan Calman
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Publisher's Summary

Susan Calman is a well-known comedian and writer who has appeared on countless radio and television programmes. Her solo stand up show, Susan Calman Is Convicted, was broadcast on BBC Radio 4 and dealt with subjects like the death penalty, appearance and depression.

The reaction to the show she wrote about mental health was so positive that she wanted to expand on the show and write a more detailed account of surviving when you're the world's most negative person.

The Crab of Hate is the personification of Calman's depression and her version of the notorious Black Dog. A constant companion in her life, the Crab has provided her with the best and very worst of times.

This is a very personal memoir of how, after many years and with a lot of help and talking, she has embraced her dark side and realised that she can be the most joyous sad person you'll ever meet.

Cheer Up Love is funny, poignant and (hopefully) informative. It's always good to talk.

©2016 Susan Calman (P)2016 Hodder & Stoughton
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"Heartbreaking and heart-warming: unmissable." (Damian Barr, Metro)

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#susanisawesome

Insightful, reflective, a beautiful story. Lots to ponder on. Definitely 're-read' worthy. Love her humour.

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Lifted my spirits …

It was really interesting to listen to another’s point of view of how depression has been a major part of her life. Susan spoke it beautifully from the words she wrote. I don’t think I would have understood it in the same way as just reading her words. Her own voice with each nuance, gave me the clarity of understand that my own reading may have done.

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Wonderful

This should be required reading. Wonderful view of depression and how to live with it, either personally or as a loved one. Susan is brave and honest and awesome.

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Great book

Honest and interesting tale of Susan’s experience with mental health. She is upfront with the fact this is her tale, and what she does and tries won’t be what works for everyone. It’s important we look at mental health differently, and this book encourages that. Enjoy her sense of humour too.

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funny

loved it. great voice. a lot of good thoughts. read it. dont think about otters

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I loved your humor

you are so funny Susan. really enjoyed it. keep up the good work.

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A very personal and human story told with courage and wit

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys honesty without drama. I really enjoyed it thank you!

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