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Mindy Uhrlaub

Hello!

It’s been quite a summer! Last Nerve has been featured in newspapers, podcasts, and online magazines. I have been spreading the word about ALS on my book tour, and I hope to see you at an event soon.

ABOUT LAST NERVE

Last Nerve begins as Mindy Uhrlaub learns that she carries the gene for the fatal neurodegenerative disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Despite the incredible strain of this diagnosis and additional life challenges, Mindy manages to move forward with amazing tenderness, persistence, and love. Far from a depressing story of misfortune, Last Nerve is as uplifting and witty as it is raw and real. It’s a testament to hope, the endurance of family, and the resilience of the human spirit.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

July 14 | 7:45am PST
Interview
Live on ABC 7, KGO SF

July 14 | 12:00pm PST
Lunch, Reading & Book Signing
San Francisco, CA

August 9 | 2:00pm CST
Secret World Bookstore
Highland Park, IL

August 14 | 6:30pm PST
Clio’s Bookstore
Oakland, CA

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REVIEWS

While the title suggests a fraying and Uhrlaub never shies away from sharing dark thoughts, Last Nerve pulses with hope and positivity, with examples of never giving up or backing down. Fans of strong-willed feminine narratives and life-after-medical-diagnosis success stories will cheer Uhrlaub on as she handles life-altering obstacle - and, with the support of writers’ groups and those who love her, lives to tell about it with wisdom and power.

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AUDIO BOOK JUST RELEASED

Listen to Last Nerve narrated in my voice.

Available at:
Spotify | Barnes & Noble | Chirp Books | Libro.fm | iTunes | Everand

RECENT BLOG POSTS

The Loudest Voice in the Room: How I Avoid Being Ignored

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From Insurance to Intimacy: The Pitfalls of Knowing the Truth

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RECENT NEWS & FEATURES

I’ve been very busy with interviews and events this summer. My book launch at Book Passage was fantastic. Here’s a picture of me in conversation with Shannon Takaoka.

Read recent articles about Last Nerve and my ALS activism.

Living Chronic
How to Love Bigger While Living Chronic
July 11, 2025

ALS News Today
An author discusses ALS and how she became an activist
July 2, 2025

Marin IJ
San Anselmo resident, a genetic carrier of ALS, fights to cure the disease
June 25, 2025

Dr. Radio
Internal Medicine: Migraine, Nursing, ALS, Alcohol
June 23, 2025

48 Hills
For Marin author, testing positive for hereditary disease led to a mission
June 18, 2025

 LEARN MORE ABOUT MY ALS ACTIVISM WORK 

Mindy Uhrlaub

I’d love to hear from you!

 CONTACT ME HERE 

MINDAY URHLAUB

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Mindy Uhrlaub, 26 Austin Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960, United States

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