Kirsten Solberg Kirsten Solberg

Decoding Dyslexia: Reading in the Real World

Reading with dyslexia can be down right defeating. Without early intervention, dyslexic readers can struggle for the rest of their lives. Not just in reading, but in every academic endeavor. It erodes self confidence and limits potential. Here are some things I learned along the way that can be applied to any dyslexic reader at any age.

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Kirsten Solberg Kirsten Solberg

Decoding Dyslexia: Writing for a Neurodiverse Audience

Writing for the dyslexic reader is not a secret sauce. It’s just good writing. If you’re a writer, here are some ways to make your work more accessible. These principles are universally helpful for any audience, not just those of us with dyslexia.

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Kirsten Solberg Kirsten Solberg

Up and Down: Writing with Bipolar Disorder

Some of my most productive stints as a writer have been during bouts of deep depression. Some of my best ideas have come about during manic episodes that should have put me in a hospital. For the bipolar person, finding balance and artistic productivity is the true battle.

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Kirsten Solberg Kirsten Solberg

Hello

No one appreciates the last page of the novel without the preceding pages. I’m documenting my journey as a writer, particularly focusing on overcoming my mental health and quirky brain, and the arduous process of seeking publication.

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