Review: Deenie by Judy Blume
When Deenie was first published, it may well have been a positive representation of the experience of a child with scoliosis, but it hasn’t held up well.
Author Emma Yeo
Author bio
Emma Yeo
Emma is studying History at Durham University. In her spare time she is writing a novel, partly based on her own experiences, about the effects of scoliosis on the dreams of a young ice-skater. She can be found online at her writing blog or on a myriad of student journalism websites.
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Scoliosis in Books: What’s Missing?
Portrayals of scoliosis in fiction often lack realism. Why is there so little reflection on the factors that affect a person’s journey?