This book is not about the pain and suffering. It's not about overcoming obstacles or finding courage. And it's no pity party. It tears down stereotypes-from the meek Tiny Tim to the embittered Captain Ahab-and answers society's inevitable stares by staring right back.

Exposing, laughing at, and exploring the experience of living with a disability, Don't Push Me takes a serious stab at a serious topic-without taking itself too seriously. Author Ed Hooper sits down with his outspoken alter ego Spokes Ableman to discuss walking the wheelchair walk, explaining how his thinking about being...