‘Miracle Boy Grows Up’: Ben Mattlin Speaks to Jay McInerney

Memoir

Born with spinal muscular atrophy, Ben Mattlin grew up before laws protected him. He speaks to Jay McInerney about his new memoir.

Published Dec. 22 2012 5:10PM EST

articles/2012/12/22/miracle-boy-grows-up-ben-mattlin-speaks-to-jay-mcinerney/miracle-boy-tease_g5wjyl — Dave Teel

I met Ben Mattlin when he attended a reading I was giving in New York some 25 years ago. I admit, he was easy to pick out of the crowd—occupying a wheelchair in the front row.

Jay McInerney

Got a tip? Send it to The Daily Beast here.

‘Miracle Boy Grows Up’: Ben Mattlin Speaks to Jay McInerney

Born with spinal muscular atrophy, Ben Mattlin grew up before laws protected him. He speaks to Jay McInerney about his new memoir.

We think “subscriber” would look good on you. Join now to unlock access.

Don't miss this subscriber exclusive article.

Monthly Plan

$1 Trial

Yearly Plan

$35 Year One

Ad Free Plan

$100 per year

Jay McInerney