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  • The Void Between Words: A Lifetime of Being Different

  • By: J A Crawshaw
  • Narrated by: Alan Turton
  • Length: 9 hrs and 1 min
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (5 ratings)

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The Void Between Words: A Lifetime of Being Different

By: J A Crawshaw
Narrated by: Alan Turton
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Summary

A humorous yet heartwrenching true story of a boy with a misunderstood mind and seemingly nothing to offer the world.

A truly inspirational story of resilience, self-worth, and gritty determination. Delve deep into the void between the words and discover a hidden world where anything is possible. An inspiration for anyone who wants to change their thinking, improve their lives, and follow their dreams.

©2021 J A Crawshaw (P)2021 J A Crawshaw
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A joy to listen to

A wonderful true story. Beautifully narrated, funny, interesting and thought provoking. Highly recommend to anyone.

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Navigating life with dyslexia, and so much more...

Wow! This was a fabulous, surprise read. All the ingredients to make you laugh out loud, cry and completely empathise with the storyteller. The author has a disarming honesty about him and a completely natural storytelling ability (has he really never read a novel?) I loved his book from start to finish, particularly as I grew up in the same era and it resonated deeply with many of my own life experiences. Please, let’s have more…

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Thoroughly enjoyable and inspiring

This was a truly enjoyable listen; an inspiring memoir that was delivered with warmth and character by the narrator.
It’s said that life is stranger than fiction, and it was as captivating to learn about John’s story with its challenges and triumphs as any novel. I wish him well as the story continues…

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An uplifting story beautifully read

The Void Between Words details the writer’s struggles with dyslexia and his determination not just to survive but also to thrive against the odds and beyond limiting expectations.
The reading is warm, authentic and perfectly pitched, and I really enjoyed the conversational tone and gentle humour. Highly recommended.

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