Written by award-winning Australian Paralympic swimmer, internationally recognised advocate for positive body image, diversity & inclusion, and disability awareness, Jessica Smith;

The ‘Just Jessica’ book series feature heart-warming stories about being proud of who you are and embracing all the things that makes us different. Jessica wanted to created resources with characters that represent diversity, something she rarely saw in books when she growing up.

“I never saw myself in childrens books or in the media when I was growing up, and as a result, I questioned my appearance and identity. Children need to see themselves, because when they see themselves they feel validated… every child deserves validation.”

Although the books follow the story of a young girl with a one hand, the books are not just about disability and diversity. The books explore friendship, kindnress and acceptance … something every child (and adult) should read about.