Hachette India

Extra-Ordinary

Alicia Williamson

Be inspired by these stories of famous neurodiverse and disabled famous people who managed to overcome the boundaries set by society and become successful in all sorts of fields. In a world where mental and physical differences can be a barrier to success, these stars never gave up and forged their own unique path. Many of these names are familiar, but you might not have realised that they all had their own challenges to overcome. Famous people such as Simone Biles haven't let anxiety stop them from achieving. Stars like Billie Eilish, who has Tourette's, and Millie Bobbie Brown, who has partial hearing loss, are also included. And the book includes many celebrities who have physical differences, all of whom have become super successful in their fields. Together, they show that no matter the challenges that society throws out, there's nothing that can't be overcome!

Alicia Williamson

Alicia Williamson (Author) Alicia Williamson is an author-activist and feminist educator who loves to use her keyboard for good. Since earning her PhD in Literature and Women Studies, she has served as a lecturer, community organizer and editor. Originally from the lake country of northern Minnesota, she now resides in the UK with her husband and their baby daughter. Violet Tobacco (Illustrator) Violet Tobacco illustrates from her small apartment in Atlanta. She grew up drawing and performing in theatre, so when she was originally choosing her career path, she took up a degree in theatre studies. On the cusp of her college career, Violet realised that her true love was storytelling - illustration is where her heart has found a home. She loves illustrating children's books, portraits, character designs, concept work, and anything that blends teamwork with new experiences. Violet loves working with other creative individuals and creating wild and whimsical worlds that help us better understand who we are.