Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

23 very well-known people from the arts, sport, and business worlds talk about how dyslexia affected their childhood, how they were able to overcome the challenges and use the special strengths of dyslexia to achieve great success in adulthood. Darcey Bussell CBE, Eddie Izzard, Sir Richard Branson, Meg Mathews, Zoe Wanamaker CBE, Richard Rogers, Benjamin Zephaniah, Steven Naismith, Lynda La Plante CBE, Sir Jackie Stewart OBE, Sophie Conran and others share their stories, and their advice.

All reveal the enormous difficulties they faced, the strength required to overcome them, the crucial importance of adult support, and how `the different way the brain is wired' in dyslexia has enabled them to see something different in the world and to use their creativity in an exceptional way. They talk about `thinking sideways', and the ability to look at a bigger picture, the often strong visual strength, and the ability to listen, and to grasp simplicity where other people see only complexity. They also talk about how dyslexia continues to challenge them, and the ways they have found to work around this.

An introduction, and final section that includes practical information about dyslexia, are written with the support of Dyslexia Action, and a percentage of profit from the book is going to The British Dyslexia Association. The book will be essential reading for teachers and other professionals, and for families affected by dyslexia, and inspirational for people with dyslexia.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

• Foreword (p. 11)
• Acknowledgements (p. 15)
• Introduction (p. 17)
• David Bailey CBE (p. 25)
• Ed Baines (p. 33)
• Charley Boorman (p. 43)
• Sir Richard Branson (p. 51)
• Marcus Brigstocke (p. 59)
• Darcey Bussed CBE (p. 67)
• Brian Conley (p. 75)
• Sophie Conran (p. 83)
• Kelly Hoppen MBE (p. 91)
• Eddie Izzard (p. 99)
• Lynda La Plante CBE (p. 107)
• Kenny Logan (p. 117)
• Meg Mathews (p. 127)
• Nigel McCrery (p. 135)
• Steven Naismith (p. 143)
• Paul Nixon (p. 151)
• Theo Paphitis (p. 159)
• Chris Robshaw (p. 167)
• Richard Rogers (p. 173)
• Sir Jackie Stewart OBE (p. 181)
• Zoë Wanamaker CBE (p. 191)
• Zelda West-Meads (p. 199)
• Benjamin Zephaniah (p. 209)
• About Dyslexia (p. 218)
• Where to Go for Help (p. 221)
• The Contributors (p. 231)
• Photo Credits (p. 235)

Reviews provided by Syndetics

Library Journal Review

Rooke, a writer and columnist in the UK, began to research dyslexia when her daughter was diagnosed at age 13. She found, through talking to physicians and other families, that dyslexia is more of a learning process style than a disorder and that there have been many high achievers (e.g., Albert Einstein, Agatha Christie, Steve Jobs, Steven Spielberg) who were able to learn around their diagnosis. To encourage dyslexic students, their parents, and their teachers, Rooke presents the stories of well-known peoples from the arts, sports, and business world who talk about how dyslexia affected their childhood, how they overcame their problems, and what special strengths they used to succeed in life. VERDICT This book will be an inspiration to all who work with children, especially those with special needs. © Copyright 2015. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

School Library Journal Review

Gr 9 Up-In this inspirational book, 23 famous British individuals from the business, arts, and sports worlds discuss growing up with dyslexia. Many of the contributors believe that it is a blessing to be dyslexic and attribute their success to the unique set of skills they have developed as a result, such as being determined, looking at things visually, and listening carefully. Though the writers discuss awkward and uncomfortable moments, readers will come to understand how the individuals grew beyond those experiences and that support from parents and family is essential. These selections will also help educators and other adults learn to recognize the signs of dyslexia in the classroom and appreciate the depth of emotional difficulty that this condition can present. "About Dyslexia," a bulleted section listing signs of dyslexia, and "Where to Go for Help" are appended. VERDICT An enlightening read for anyone in the field of education, and an inspirational book for those who have dyslexia.-Robyn Gioia, Antilles Middle School, Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico © Copyright 2015. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.