This Is Remission: A Four-Time Cancer Survivorâs Memories of Treatment, Struggle, and Life

Overcoming The Biggest Obstacle In LifeAt the age of six, Ryan Hamner was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Being diagnosed with cancer at such an early age, and then having it recur three more times before he was twenty-one (and during the last time undergoing a bone marrow transplant) could come to color one’s worldview. But time and again, Ryan battled his health problems, stepping way beyond the comfort zone anyone, let alone a child or teenager, should ever need to. Through his professional career in music, releasing albums and touring to play in cancer facilities in the U.S., writing a book released through Blue Cross, training in martial arts and growing up with the support and love of a close bunch of family (most notably his mom and his Granddaddy Hamner), Ryan reveals an inspiring story with a most hopeful outlook for what’s ahead. This Is Remission: A Four-Time Cancer Survivor’s Memories of Treatment, Struggle, and Life is a sometimes harrowing, often humorous, always honest account that will empower all, from a cancer patient, a cancer survivor, to a caregiver or anyone lucky enough to never have the disease touch their life.“Ryan’s story of survival is amazing. The last chapter of this book nails what it takes to get through tough times.” —John Walker, former U.S. Navy Seal, Founder of Juice Alive“Ryan’s story is remarkably unique for his ongoing strength and his willingness and ability to share his story. Ryan’s gift to us is profoundly life-affirming. He is one special person and an inspiration to us all.” —Jessica Neely, PA-C and Elliott Winton, M.D.“I met Ryan in 2007, working on his album and got such joy working with someone who is such a fighter. His songs really spoke to and inspired me, as they have many people. The future is wide open for Ryan, as he does not know the word quit.” —Jeff Tomei, Rockit Productions