Lyla’s Story is a Picture Book written and illustrated by Cats Hamspon. Lyla is a schoolgirl who struggles to express herself through oral language. Being neurodivergent makes it incredibly difficult for Lyla to make friends and feel any sense of belonging. A chance encounter with a painter and her dog, opens a brand-new world of possibilities for Lyla. All of Lyla’s thoughts and feelings, imagination and dreams come to life through her artwork. Lyla now has a choice. Her paintings are her voice. Based on a true story, this is a picture book from the heart with beautiful hand painted illustrations. Having worked with children and young adults with diverse needs, for over 15 years now, I have developed a passion for nurturing and enriching the lives of young people just as they have enriched mine and also taught me how to listen – how to understand their needs without words or writing. It has been a dream of mine to write and illustrate a picture book about neurodivergence aimed at a young audience. This dream is now very much a reality! Buy your copy today on Amazon. Lyla’s Story - Written &illustrated by Cats Hamspon ISBN 978-0473731595