Dandelion Heart by Kelly Vincent

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A love letter to all the minds and bodies the world is still trying to force into a mould long broken.

Dandelion Heart is an eye-opening collection of poignant essays and poetry that grapples with disability in an identity-driven world. Exploring powerful themes ranging from body image and self-esteem to sex, relationships, and mental health, author and disability rights advocate, Kelly Vincent, draws on her own experiences as an autistic and physically disabled person.

Using artful prose and disability as a lens to examine the kaleidoscope of the human experience, this collection offers a deeply personal glimpse into practising acceptance, the desire for visibility, and challenging society’s perceptions of what it means to be disabled; indeed, what it means to be human.

Listen to a reading of Dandelion Heart →

Book Review: That’s So Chronic podcast →

Book Launch: Dandelion Heart →

Interview: Vision Australia Radio with Peter Greco on Dandelion Heart →

A love letter to all the minds and bodies the world is still trying to force into a mould long broken.

Dandelion Heart is an eye-opening collection of poignant essays and poetry that grapples with disability in an identity-driven world. Exploring powerful themes ranging from body image and self-esteem to sex, relationships, and mental health, author and disability rights advocate, Kelly Vincent, draws on her own experiences as an autistic and physically disabled person.

Using artful prose and disability as a lens to examine the kaleidoscope of the human experience, this collection offers a deeply personal glimpse into practising acceptance, the desire for visibility, and challenging society’s perceptions of what it means to be disabled; indeed, what it means to be human.

Listen to a reading of Dandelion Heart →

Book Review: That’s So Chronic podcast →

Book Launch: Dandelion Heart →

Interview: Vision Australia Radio with Peter Greco on Dandelion Heart →

Kind words

“Tenderly written, intimate yet epic, Kelly Vincent is a storyteller of momentous proportions. An urgent read for us all.”

~ Jamila Main, actor and playwright.

*****

“Dandelion Heart is a really easy and accessible read, full of intensely personal essays and vulnerable poetry about disability (Kelly has CP and autism). It made me laugh. It made me cheer. It made me angry. But it also — and most importantly — filled me with hope. Add it to your reading lists!”

~ Hannah Diviney, author, actor, advocate and writer

*****

“This gorgeous collection of essays and poems made me laugh and cry, and often both at once. It searingly deconstructs ableism in these reflections on navigating an ableist society while also celebrating the humanity and joy of disabled people. It is at once heartfelt, resilient, and profound. I loved reading it.”

~ Todd, reader.

*****

“I like Kelly Vincent, the brevity of this and the point she is making. I think it’s a worthwhile read. My favourite part was the poem Kintsugi. The rest of it was worthwhile and brief, so you should probably read the whole thing.”

~ Stef, reader.

*****

“Another delightful addition to The Mini Collection by Debut Books. I liked that this was a collection of poems and stories and commend Kelly on writing such an honest, funny, sad, and engaging delve into disability.”

~ Meghan, reader.