Running with Scissors

Have you ever felt like your childhood was anything but normal? Imagine being handed over by your mother to live with her wildly eccentric psychiatrist and his bizarre extended family. This is the unbelievable, yet true, story of a boy's survival in a home where the rules of the real world simply don't apply. You'll discover how Augusten Burroughs navigated a chaotic adolescence filled with shocking neglect, inappropriate relationships, and darkly hilarious situations. This memoir isn't just a story of a dysfunctional upbringing; it's a powerful look at resilience, finding your identity amidst madness, and the strange ways we define family when the traditional version collapses.

Augusten Burroughs is the 1 New York Times bestselling author whose groundbreaking memoir, Running with Scissors, spent over four consecutive years on the bestseller lists. His work is celebrated for its unflinching honesty and dark humor, stemming directly from his unconventional and traumatic childhood spent living with his mother's psychiatrist. This unique personal history provides the raw, authentic, and unforgettable voice that has captivated millions of readers and redefined the modern memoir genre.