Ben Thexton, the author of ‘An Unexpected Journey: Surviving a Brain Injury’ shortlisted for The Author Academy Awards - Favorite Memoir Book (2019). Show your support by voting for the book on their website. The book is listed on the 7th number at page 8/15. Click here to vote.

‘An Unexpected Journey: Surviving a Brain Injury’ is an inspiring story of Ben who met an unfortunate accident resulting in serious brain injury, putting him in Comma. Strong-willed Ben, pulling through against all the odds, came back more resilient not letting his new limitation slow him down. He got married, continued to work full time and had a child. A few Years later Ben’s life was turned upside down again with another life-changing event, putting further strain on his recovery.

Ben works as a trainee accountant and lives with his wife and a daughter. Aside from spending time with his loving family and he enjoys reading. This is his first published book through which he wishes to help others staying strong in face of hardships of life.

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