Mel Darbon introduces What the World Doesn't See

In What the World Doesn't See, author Mel Darbon draws on her own sibling experiences, giving a voice to young people who are often not heard.

What the World Doesn't See, Mel Darbon's exploration of the relationship between Maudie and her disabled brother, Jack, gives a voice to young people who often have no voice and provides a rare and positive view of a family that fights ferociously to change people's perceptions of disability.

While the novel also explores grief and mental health issues, its overwhelming tone is of warmth and optimism that this family will find its way through difficult times.

In this video, author Mel Darbon tells us about what inspires her writing, the importance of giving a voice to all children and young people in books, and how she hopes learning more about disabilities will help change how society responds to neuro-divergent people. 

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