Smile: The Story of a Face

Sarah Ruhl's "Smile" is a powerful and moving memoir that chronicles her decade-long journey towards healing after a high-risk pregnancy left her with Bell's palsy.

Through her piercing and witty meditations, Ruhl explores the challenges of living with a paralyzed face, grappling with postpartum depression, and maintaining her identity as a playwright and mother of three.

This book is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity.

With its intimate examination of loss and reconciliation, "Smile" is a triumph that will leave readers smiling, swooning, and aching for more.