Ask the Author: Debra Sweeting
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Debra Sweeting
My daughter Alana inspires everything I create. She is diagnosed with Autism, Down syndrome, and ADHD — and she deserves a future that feels like her own. Every word I write is in service of that.
Debra Sweeting
I'm the author of Pathways to Adulthood — a beautifully illustrated journey for young adults with disabilities transitioning to adulthood — and the Pathways After 18 Design Workbook Heirloom Edition. Both are coming soon.
Debra Sweeting
Write the book only you can write. The one born from your lived experience, your love, and your refusal to leave anything to chance. That book will find its readers.
Debra Sweeting
The best thing about being a writer is the ability to give thoughts and experiences a voice. I want to share insight on what life is like through my daughter’s eyes. She is diagnosed with Down syndrome and autism (DS-ASD).
Debra Sweeting
My stories are inspired by real life experiences. I typically start brainstorming with bullet points and then fill in the story details afterwards. I also think timing is important. If I am feeling tired or fatigue I choose to wait until I am feeling well rested and inspired to write.
Debra Sweeting
My daughter is my most precious gift and inspiration for writing children’s books. I am the proud mother of a beautiful little girl diagnosed with Down-syndrome and Autism (DS-ASD).
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