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52 | Disability Representation In The Arts: A Conversation with Author Gina Andrew
52 | Disability Representation In The Arts: A Conversation with Author Gina Andrew
We all know that the power of storytelling can be one of helping to develop empathy and compassion for people and situations they might otherwise not be aware of.
Today I welcome Gina Andrew, a writer and mother to two boys with autism and intellectual disabilities, to share her journey and her new book "Maybe She Will." I explore Gina's motivation to write a story that portrays a family affected by disabilities, highlighting the lack of representation in fiction for more severely disabled individuals. We touch on the humorous and heartwarming elements of the book, despite it tackling serious issues, and how it resonates with parents within the disability community. Gina also introduces us to her main character, Josephine "Jo," a single mom navigating the complexities of raising a teenage daughter and an autistic son, which many listeners may find relatable. Through Gina's insights, we offer visibility to the experiences of special needs families in the realm of fiction.
A writer of women’s fiction and romance, Gina Andrew is fueled by hot tea and good music. She lives outside Houston, Texas, with her husband and two sons, both of whom are autistic and intellectually disabled and provide her with challenges, joy, and laughter each and every day.
When she’s not penning fiction, Gina is a freelance writer for BookBub who also enjoys yoga, cooking, thrift shopping, genealogy, all things Halloween, and that popcorn smell at the movie theater.
You can find out more at https://ggandrew.com/.
You can find the book, Maybe She Will at https://books2read.com/maybeshewill
Parenting, Disabilities, Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, Special Needs, IEP Meetings, Advocacy, Fiction, Representation, Empathy, Empowerment, Self-Care, Organization, Creativity, Success, Visibility, Isolation, Media, Literature
Hey! Are you a parent of a loved one with a disability? Have you ever wanted to be on a podcast? Then I want to hear from you! Literally! Send me an audio message that I can include in an upcoming special episode.
Just click here to be directed to a website where you can record your response to the following question:
If you could go back in time to when your child was first diagnosed with a disability, what would you tell yourself?
I would LOVE to hear from you!!
And finally, if you have been wondering how long you need to keep certain documents, whether its a utility bill, and IEP, medical records, or an insurance policy, I have a quick and accessible one-page document for you to download that shares exactly how long you should be holding on to these items and when you can let them go (e.g. shred and/or recycle.)
Click here to get on my email list and I will send this handy doc straight to your inbox.
And I promise I won't start bombarding your inbox with emails -- that is not my style! I just want to be able to stay in touch and keep you informed occasionally of resources to help you reclaim whatever it is YOU need!
Happy Organizing!
Are we friends? Connect with me:
Instagram (@yourspacereclaimed)
Facebook (Your Space Reclaimed)
Website Your Space Reclaimed Professional Organizing
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52 | Disability Representation In The Arts: A Conversation with Author Gina Andrew
We all know that the power of storytelling can be one of helping to develop empathy and compassion for people and situations they might otherwise not be aware of.
Today I welcome Gina Andrew, a writer and mother to two boys with autism and intellectual disabilities, to share her journey and her new book "Maybe She Will." I explore Gina's motivation to write a story that portrays a family affected by disabilities, highlighting the lack of representation in fiction for more severely disabled individuals. We touch on the humorous and heartwarming elements of the book, despite it tackling serious issues, and how it resonates with parents within the disability community. Gina also introduces us to her main character, Josephine "Jo," a single mom navigating the complexities of raising a teenage daughter and an autistic son, which many listeners may find relatable. Through Gina's insights, we offer visibility to the experiences of special needs families in the realm of fiction.
A writer of women’s fiction and romance, Gina Andrew is fueled by hot tea and good music. She lives outside Houston, Texas, with her husband and two sons, both of whom are autistic and intellectually disabled and provide her with challenges, joy, and laughter each and every day.
When she’s not penning fiction, Gina is a freelance writer for BookBub who also enjoys yoga, cooking, thrift shopping, genealogy, all things Halloween, and that popcorn smell at the movie theater.
You can find out more at https://ggandrew.com/.
You can find the book, Maybe She Will at https://books2read.com/maybeshewill
Parenting, Disabilities, Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, Special Needs, IEP Meetings, Advocacy, Fiction, Representation, Empathy, Empowerment, Self-Care, Organization, Creativity, Success, Visibility, Isolation, Media, Literature
Hey! Are you a parent of a loved one with a disability? Have you ever wanted to be on a podcast? Then I want to hear from you! Literally! Send me an audio message that I can include in an upcoming special episode.
Just click here to be directed to a website where you can record your response to the following question:
If you could go back in time to when your child was first diagnosed with a disability, what would you tell yourself?
I would LOVE to hear from you!!
And finally, if you have been wondering how long you need to keep certain documents, whether its a utility bill, and IEP, medical records, or an insurance policy, I have a quick and accessible one-page document for you to download that shares exactly how long you should be holding on to these items and when you can let them go (e.g. shred and/or recycle.)
Click here to get on my email list and I will send this handy doc straight to your inbox.
And I promise I won't start bombarding your inbox with emails -- that is not my style! I just want to be able to stay in touch and keep you informed occasionally of resources to help you reclaim whatever it is YOU need!
Happy Organizing!
Are we friends? Connect with me:
Instagram (@yourspacereclaimed)
Facebook (Your Space Reclaimed)
Website Your Space Reclaimed Professional Organizing