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Advance Praise for See Us, Know Us: Profiles of Disability

“Compelling, intimate vignettes of individuals living with disabilities.” — Booklife Reviews, Editor’s Pick

“Chassman Browne’s portraits celebrate artistry, activism, insights, and powerful routes to achievement and living which often can stem from disability’s roots. … Photos, poems, and reflections make this collection a powerful statement of hope, achievement, and perspective that should be in the libraries and on the shelves of anyone interested in ability, disability, achievement, and positivity.” —Midwest Book Review

“In See Us, Know Us: Profiles of Disability, Jennifer Chassman Browne offers a moving testament to what it means to be human. The subjects’ personal stories, supported by Chassman’s lyrical poetry and Natalie Brescia’s intimate photographs, illuminate the ways our lives intersect – our differences, our similarities, our strength. A truthful and deeply affecting book.” —Mary Motley Kalergis, Author of Home of the Brave: Contemporary American Immigrants

”With more than a billion people globally challenged by disability, we are the biggest tent on earth. But we are  a tent with no walls, because anyone can enter the disability community for  almost any reason at any time during their lives. And as demonstrated by the stories in this book, this is a tent where we will never see the top, because where respect for dignity and compassion is present, there are no limits to what anyone, disabled or not, may achieve.” —Janni Lehrer-Stein, Disability Advocate.

“See Us, Know Us; Profiles of Disability is the kind of book that stays with you. The stories are personal and a reminder that disabled people deserve to be seen as whole people, not stereotypes or inspiration. Jennifer Chassman Browne creates space for voices that are too often overlooked, and the result is a book that will make readers think differently about disability. I’m grateful this book exists.” —Cory Lee, Accessible Travel Blogger and Content Creator

“See Us, Know Us: Profiles of Disability is a powerful and deeply human collection that challenges stereotypes and invites readers into authentic lived experiences from across the disability community. Jennifer Chassman Browne has created something rare — a book that does not reduce disabled people to inspiration or tragedy, but instead honors the complexity, dignity, creativity, and humanity of each person featured. … This is a beautiful and necessary contribution to the disability narrative.” — Debra Ruh. CEO, Ruh Global IMPACT. Executive Chair, Billion Strong. #WeAreBillionStrong

“People with disabilities have always been resourceful and creative. See Us, Know Us; Profiles of Disability ensures that no contribution goes unnoticed. By providing three-dimensional accounts of such a diverse group of people with disabilities, Jenn illuminates our triumphs and tribulations to an audience of all abilities. Everyone should hope to foster a universally accessible world where diagnoses have no bearing on the dignity and humanity intrinsic to our very existence.” —Erin Tatum. Journalist. Community Director for Diversability

“I wrote the ADA because disabled Americans deserve rights, not pity. This book delivers that same truth — thirty voices demanding to be seen, known, and heeded.  Read this book. Then act.” —Hon. Tony Coelho, Principal author of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

“The history of the Independent Living Movement is often told through the stories of its most famous leaders. But behind every well-known name are countless unsung heroes whose efforts helped build the movement we know today. See Us, Know Us by Jennifer Chassman, shines a light on those overlooked voices and reminds us that real change is powered by ordinary people doing extraordinary things.” —Theo W. Braddy, Executive Director, National Council on Independent Living

“See Us, Know Us: Profiles of Disability, is a welcome example of the ways that we foster change through authentic storytelling that shines a light on those often marginalized.” —RJ Mitte, Actor and advocate

“A glorious collection that, above all, brilliantly illustrates the fact that the disability community is not monolithic but as mixed and varied as humanity itself.” —Ben Mattlin, author of Disability Pride and Unbound

“See Us, Know Us: Profiles of Disability is a powerful reminder that disability is not a story of limitation, but a story of humanity. Through deeply personal profiles, thoughtful reflection, and striking portraiture, Jennifer Chassman Browne introduces readers to individuals whose experiences challenge assumptions and expand our understanding of inclusion, resilience, and belonging. This is an important and compassionate work that invites us not simply to look at disability differently, but to see people more completely.” —Alwin Marshall-Squire, Editor-in-Chief, GTA Weekly

“See Us, Know Us; Profiles of Disability is a kaleidoscope of humanity. Told in pictures, profiles, and poems, this book doesn’t just provide visibility. It demands the reader to acknowledge that we are here, we are valuable, and we deserve to take up space.” —Sage Nestler, MSW, Founder and CEO of Releasing the Phoenix

“A reminder that talent, leadership, and determination come in many forms. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a greater understanding of disability, inclusion, and the strength of the human spirit. It is both educational and deeply motivating.” —Debert Cook, CMP, Publisher, African American Golfer’s Digest

“See Us, Know Us neither pities nor performs. It simply looks, at last, and amplifies thirty lives too complex and beautiful to reduce.” —Stephanie Bernaba, Journalist and Master’s-Level Behavioral Health Clinician

“For too long, society has relegated disabled people to the shadows. Chassman Browne’s book brings us into the light by showing the vibrant lives and achievements of dozens of people with a wide variety of disabilities. Their stories project a powerful truth to the world: we are a boon, not a burden.” —Andy Marso, Author of Worth the Pain: How Meningitis Nearly Killed Me — Then Changed My Life for the Better.

“I highly recommend this book to anyone who may not understand the complexities that people with disabilities live with as well as those in the community who feel alone and unheard. This book is especially timely in a month where we honor Americans with disabilities.” —Alex Garrett, Founder of OneLegUpAlex Media, Host of the Podcast, One Leg Up With Alex Garrett.

“See Us, Know Us: Profiles of Disability delivers a deeply moving and essential look into the lived experiences of the disability community through raw storytelling and striking photography. Jennifer Chassman Browne expertly weaves together intimate profiles and original poetry to challenge our perceptions and foster genuine connection. It is a beautifully crafted, necessary reminder of our shared humanity and the universal desire to be understood.” —Darren Paltrowitz, Paltrocast

“This book is a gut punch. … If you think you understand what it takes for disabled people to just show up, read this, and be prepared to be wrong.” —Rick Smith , Host of the Rick Smith Show and Caregiver