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Martin Pistorius

New York Times bestselling author of 'Ghost Boy: The Miraculous Escape of a Misdiagnosed Boy Trapped Inside His Own Body' www.GhostBoyBook.com

At the age of 12, an unknown illness left Martin Pistorius wheelchair bound and unable to speak. He spent years in institutions – unable to physically or verbally communicate, though his mind was fully intact. After more than a decade in a vegetative state, Martin came back to life when he learned to communicate using computer technology. Martin is the author of the New York Times Bestseller, Ghost Boy: The Miraculous Escape of a Misdiagnosed Boy Trapped Inside His Own Body. He lives in England with his wife Joanna. For more information, photos, and video visit www.GhostBoyBook.com.

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