{"title":"Kylie Maslen","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the insightful world of Kylie Maslen, a remarkable author whose works delve into the intricacies of chronic illness and the experience of pain. With an empathetic voice and a keen understanding, Maslen writes with honesty and courage, inviting readers to consider the personal and social dimensions of health and wellness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eShow Me Where it Hurts\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a profoundly personal perspective on living with chronic pain. Through her candid essays, Maslen explores the challenges faced by those who navigate life with invisible injuries, weaving in cultural references and personal anecdotes to create a compelling narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKylie Maslen's writings in the genre of Health \u0026amp; Wellness resonate with many, offering solace and understanding while addressing the often-overlooked nuances of chronic conditions. Her work is not just a testament to her own resilience, but also a beacon of empathy for readers seeking greater awareness of the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"show-me-where-it-hurts-by-kylie-maslen-9781922330147","title":"Show Me Where it Hurts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersonal essay meets pop-culture critique in this unflinchingly honest collection about chronic illness and misogyny in medicine, by Adelaide writer Kylie Maslen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMy body dictates who I am. I work the way I do because of my body, I vote the way I do because of my body and I live the way I do because of my body. It is not my body that is at fault, but society's failure to deal with bodies like mine. I might be in pain, but I am whole. I refuse to have the difficult parts cropped out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKylie Maslen has been living with invisible illness for twenty years—more than half her life. Its impact is felt in every aspect of her day-to-day existence—from work to dating; from her fears for what the future holds to her difficulty getting out of bed some mornings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough pop music, art, literature, TV, film and online culture, Maslen explores the lived experience of invisible illness with sensitivity and wit, drawing back the veil on a reality many struggle—or refuse—to recognise. \u003cem\u003eShow Me Where it Hurts\u003c\/em\u003e is a powerful collection of essays that speak to those who have encountered the brush-off from doctors, faced endless tests and treatments, and endured chronic pain and suffering. But it is also a bridge reaching out to partners, families, friends, colleagues, doctors—all those who want to understand what life looks like when you cannot simply show others where it hurts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47082529194220,"sku":"9781922330147","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11712593482872.jpg?v=1765275334"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/kylie-maslen.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}