Synopsis
NB: This information refers only to the paperback edition. No dyslexia-friendly Kindle edition is currently available. If you click to buy the Kindle edition you will receive the book typeset in normal format.
This edition of The Daisy Chain, an historical novel set around Kew Gardens in 1771, has been typeset in a format that academic research by Anglia Ruskin University shows makes it more readable by dyslexics and other neuro-diverse people.
The key to this increased accessibility is a combination of a specially-designed typeface called Open Dyslexic and increased word and line spacing. Whilst some classic works and children’s stories have been typeset in Open Dyslexic, this is the first time this specific combination of font and spacing have been used.
For research purposes, prior to publication, this new format was shown to a wide range of dyslexics who have all commented positively on how much easier it is for them to read. Sample pre-publication reviews include:
‘I really like that dyslexia-friendly font and layout – it’s more relaxing on my eyes, makes it easier to see the words and makes reading so much more enjoyable for me.’
Amy Hunt, dyslexicbookreviews on Instagram
‘When I looked at the first page, I realised for once I could read without being frightened. It’s a good tale too.’
Mark Wilson, playwright, and theatre director.
‘It takes dyslexic actors like me longer to get to grips with words that are typeset in traditional ways. It’s so great that somebody has finally taken us seriously and realised that, when addressed properly, dyslexia needn’t be a barrier.’
Daisy Roe, actor.
The book itself is the story of orphaned botanical painter Daisy Salter who comes to London and, by a chance encounter with legendary scientist and explore Joseph Banks, is appointed Painter in Residence at Kew Gardens. She is befriended by Queen Charlotte and becomes involved in espionage, slavery and smuggling before having to rescue the Queen’s birthday present, the magnificent Bird of Paradise flower.
All the while wondering which of the two men who have asked for her hand in marriage she can trust.
Most of the reviews at the bottom of this page currently refer to the standard edition and review the content of the story rather than the dyslexia-friendly formatting.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
