Ellen Forney lives in Seattle, WA, with her partner. She was the 2012 recipient of The Stranger Genius Award for Literature as well as the winner of the National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis 2013 Gradiva Award.
Rock Steady is a balanced, uncluttered resource, infused with
empathy, humor, and encouragement. This guide is mental health
literacy at its best, making it a must-read for those with mood
disorders and their loved ones, health professionals, and anyone
looking to gain a greater understanding of an often misunderstood
but common condition.-- "Publishers Weekly"
Rock Steady is a heartfelt guide to staying calm and centered in
moments of emotional crisis.-- "The Seattle Review of Books"
Rock Steady is a unique work: a cartoon handbook on surviving the
ups and downs of bipolar disorder by someone who's been there and
wants to empower and assist others by sharing what she's learned.
And it's pretty damn brilliant.-- "Four Color Apocalypse"
Rock Steady is truly a must-read for anyone who struggles with a
mental disorder or someone who finds comfort in daily structure.
Forney addresses readers with the tone of a caring friend, and her
approach will likely make her fans eager for more grounding
advice.-- "Booklist"
A broadly accessible work, Rock Steady advances understanding and
acceptance of mood disorders and does as much as can be done to
defang a terrifying beast. ... Forney, who's lived through all
this, explains it with the patience of a wise older sister.--
"Forbes"
In her new comic, Forney provides endearing and useful guidance for
managing mood disorders, including depression, anxiety, and bipolar
disorder. ... Rock Steady sets readers on a path to balance and
stability and uplifts those who are already doing the work.--
"Comicsverse"
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