Every Shitty Thing - Abboud, Marcia

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Résumé :
Sometimes The Biggest Mistakes Of Our Lives Turn Out To Be The Greatest Miracles... By the time Marcia was a teenager, she had been betrayed by every male in her life. Her childhood of abuse, insecurity and self-loathing was spent in the working-class suburbs of Sydney in the 1970s. Food was her only solace, a gypsy life her dream. But at the edge of the abyss, there was light in the darkness. Every Shitty Thing is a memoir about betrayal, deception, heartbreak and endurance, with humour between the threads. It's about hope and never giving up on love. This is Marcia's story of learning to trust again after a lifetime of betrayal, and how she came to embrace the understanding that the shit we go through - no matter how awful - leads us exactly where we need to be. PRAISE for Every Shitty Thing: I couldn't put it down. I read Every Shitty Thing in one sitting. I felt like I inhaled and didn't exhale until I'd consumed all of it. An engrossing and agonising read... just when I thought nothing worse could happen ... it did... but at the same time the story is engaging, witty and warm. This is a book about courage and resilience, and what it means to keep showing up even when the odds are stacked against you. Marcia writes bravely and fearlessly. Thank you for sharing your story. Especially the difficult parts. ~ Kate Shand, Author Every Shitty Thing is a heart-wrenching tale that peels back the cover of childhood trauma and its long-lasting effects. But it is so much more than that. It is a tale of family, of betrayal, of the things we do for love and what is done to us in love's name. Marcia's armour is dented in places, shattered in others, but with hope as her weapon, she fights for the life and love she deserves. Told with honesty and humour, this is a book I couldn't put down. ~ Amanda J Spedding, two-time Australian Shadows Award winner Marcia pulled herself from the brink of self-extinction for one good reason - she had a daughter. Funny thing is, she had never wanted to be a mother. She had borne the brunt of male brutality, yet she survived only to encounter further betrayals and losses. And just when she thought she couldn't go on, she did - with wicked humour and a will to survive. This is a tough and tender ode to a heart and spirit that refused to shatter. A gift of hope to anyone who has ever wanted to give up and then tried again. ~ Joanne Fedler, Internationally bestselling author...

Biographie:
Born and raised in Sydney's Inner West, author Marcia Abboud learned early how to navigate adversity, a skill that would later shape her raw, unfiltered storytelling. Her writing career began in the early 2000s in the world of men's fashion, scouting models and crafting content for aussieBum's online magazine. She later wrote for high-end UK publications before stepping away from the industry-only to be pulled back years later by an undeniable need to tell her own story. Published in 2018, Every Shitty Thing is a memoir of survival, betrayal, and the long road to self-acceptance. With a voice that is both darkly funny and devastatingly honest, Marcia recounts the struggles of her past and confronts them head-on, finding light in the messiness of life. Her story is one of learning to trust again and discovering that even the worst moments can lead us to where we're meant to be. The book's emotional depth, combined with biting humour, has resonated with readers who see their own struggles reflected in its pages. Marcia's ultimate goal for the book is to have it turned into a movie. Since its release, Marcia has continued to write with the same unfiltered honesty that defines her memoir. In 2023, she began sharing her stories on Medium, where her work quickly gained a devoted following, and in 2024, she launched her Substack publication, Some Kind of Life, which is rapidly gaining traction. Her voice offers a refreshing take on personal transformation, proving that sometimes the biggest mistakes, the ugliest truths, and the hardest lessons are the ones that shape us the most. Marcia lives in Sydney with her husband Ramzi and their Rottweiler, Ruby. Her daughter and two grandchildren live nearby, which brings more joy than she thought possible. She has five stepsons who reside in Perth, Western Australia....

Sommaire:
By the time Marcia was a teenager, she had been betrayed by every male in her life. Her childhood of abuse, insecurity and self-loathing was spent in the working-class suburbs of Sydney in the 1970s. Food was her only solace, a gypsy life her dream. But at the edge of the abyss, there was light in the darkness. Every Shitty Thing is a memoir about betrayal, deception, heartbreak and endurance, with humour between the threads. It's about hope and never giving up on love. This is Marcia's story of learning to trust again after a lifetime of betrayal, and how she came to embrace the understanding that the shit we go through - no matter how awful - leads us exactly where we need to be. PRAISE for Every Shitty Thing I couldn't put it down. I read Every Shitty Thing in one sitting. I felt like I inhaled and didn't exhale until I'd consumed all of it. An engrossing and agonising read... just when I thought nothing worse could happen ... it did... but at the same time the story is engaging, witty and warm. This is a book about courage and resilience, and what it means to keep showing up even when the odds are stacked against you. Marcia writes bravely and fearlessly. Thank you for sharing your story. Especially the difficult parts. ~ Kate Shand, Author Every Shitty Thing is a heart-wrenching tale that peels back the cover of childhood trauma and its long-lasting effects. But it is so much more than that. It is a tale of family, of betrayal, of the things we do for love and what is done to us in love's name. Marcia's armour is dented in places, shattered in others, but with hope as her weapon, she fights for the life and love she deserves. Told with honesty and humour, this is a book I couldn't put down. ~ Amanda J Spedding, two-time Australian Shadows Award winner Sometimes the biggest mistakes of our lives turn out to be the greatest miracles... Marcia pulled herself from the brink of self-extinction for one good reason - she had a daughter. Funny thing is, she had never wanted to be a mother. She had borne the brunt of male brutality, yet she survived only to encounter further betrayals and losses. And just when she thought she couldn't go on, she did - with wicked humour and a will to survive. This is a tough and tender ode to a heart and spirit that refused to shatter. A gift of hope to anyone who has ever wanted to give up and then tried again. ~ Joanne Fedler, Internationally bestselling author...