I,Win: My Journey With Cerebral Palsy in a Non-Disabled World (bio)

This will probably be one of the shortest reviews I have ever written but then it is one of the shortest books I have read (80 pages). In addition I do not wish to spoil the read for others by repeating relevant content, which with a short book could easily be done.The author, who was born with cerebral palsy, was only twenty four when she wrote this memoir. As she says her desire was to honour her mother for how she loved and helped her. However, this memoir encompasses far more. In many ways it is an amazing tale of how someone with such physical limitations has lived a full and active life. In fact she, in the few years of life already experienced, has undertaken far more than many physically able people.Throughout she is upbeat and positive and her exuberance for life is apparent. And she has the right to be proud (not arrogant) of her achievements. There is some repetition but this does not unduly detract.Besides informing us, who did not before, about the different limitations of the illness and about the different types of cerebral palsy Win goes on to discuss how ‘able-bodied’ people tend to treat those with obvious physical disabilities. She wants us to learn and understand. I, having known people with a variety of different disabilities, may confirm she is very accurate in her observations. If we fail to understand it us who will miss out on knowing and connecting with some unique individuals.The book is written in a short, concise manner with the author’s voice readily apparent throughout.Cover: So much emphasis is placed on cover designs these days that I consider it an appropriate part of a review to refer to these. In this case the design does not really convey the content. However, the author is also an artist who has her own art business. The cover is an example of her artistic ability.This is an upbeat and inspiring memoir showing how something most of us would consider disastrous may be overcome. I believe in applying star ratings according to their definition and happily allocate four **** to this genuine memoir.The book is available from:UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B009YLKW54USA: http://www.amazon.com/dp/BooYLKW54The author’s art business: http://www.redbubble.com

I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Win for her podcast and was keen to read more about her life. This is quite a short autobiography of a still relatively young woman but she sure has packed a lot into her life. This book is the inspiring story of Win's battle with Cerebral Palsy. She has refused to let her disability define her life. Win's story is both motivating for anyone suffering from a disability as well as enlightening for those of us fortunate not to have a disability. Win bares her soul and shares the ups and downs of her life. There is no question of Win feeling sorry for herself and this remarkable woman proves anything is possible in life with the right attitude. Highly recommended.

Loved it, an excellent read that felt deeply authentic! Mina&Rose

Wonderful book, I enjoyed it very much. Very emotional story from a very inspirational woman. It's also funny and heartwarming. Highly recommend.