Good morning,

Aideen Blackborough has cerebral palsy. There was a catalogue of errors at her birth and her parents battled for a diagnosis. They continued to battle to see her through mainstream education and for her to have a 'normal' childhood. Aideen has smashed through every barrier and exceeded at her challenge thrown at her. She has a degree, she founded her own successful equality and diversity training business, she got married and is now a Mum to a beautiful little boy, and she's about to publish her memoirs - Does it wet the bed? - this Thursday. Aideen is hosting a book launch event on Thursday evening in her home town of Birmingham. If you'd like to send a reporter along please let me know so we can make the arrangements. If you'd like to receive images, comments, information about the event the following day (this Friday) we can do that too. The eBook is out (from end of August) and the print copy will be available for sale from November. We have advance print copies we can send you - just let us know.

Aideen is an incredibly positive, inspiring lady. She told me the other day that her mission is for people to put ability before disability. You can read more about Aideen, her book and her journey here: http://www.aideenblackborough.com/category/does-it-wet-the-bed/

If you'd like us to arrange editorial commissions or interviews, if you want to see the book, or you'd like to join the party, please get in touch! A copy of the Advance Information Sheet can be found below...

All the best and have a good day!
Helen Lewis
Director - Literally PR Ltd 





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Does it wet the bed?By Aideen Blackborough

Early in her life Aideen Blackborough got used to the idea of battling for what she wanted: from a place at primary school to a social life at university, a fulfilling career or to walk down the aisle. Aideen is an inspirational, brave and tenacious lady.

Does it wet the bed?by Aideen Blackborough is a poignant memoir revealing what it is truly like growing up with Cerebral Palsy and being a wheelchair user.

In her frank book, Aideen discusses her childhood in Birmingham and the struggle she went through to get into mainstream school, her battles with loneliness at university, moving away from an established career to pursue a self-employed dream and walking, - slowly and shakily - but walking nonetheless, down the aisle.

An inspiring and honest memoir that shows the universality of some of life's battles,Does it wet the bed?flies in the face of a society constantly trying to restrict the role of disabled people down to a simple case of patient or care receiver.

"Upon arrival, one of the nuns took one look at me, and without blinking, asked Mum, "Does it wet the bed?"
 

This is the story of my life: the daily struggles and triumphs, hopes and fears when living with Cerebral Palsy.
 

About the Author

Aideen grew up in Birmingham, in a Catholic family, with two older sisters and a younger brother, all raised by loving Irish parents. Her childhood was idyllic and full of opportunities but when it came to attending primary school Aideen realised just how many of these opportunities had been fought for - tooth and nail - by her parents. Her Cerebral Palsy meant a mainstream education didn't come easily but her parents' conviction and her natural academic ability led her through primary and secondary school in mainstream education and finally into a gown and mortar board at her University graduation.

After graduating, and following a few false starts, Aideen met her future husband, established herself as an equality trainer, walked down the aisle and saw two pink lines materialise declaring the start of a new chapter in her life - as a mother.

Aideen Blackborough is an experienced and qualified trainer, with both personal and professional experience of equality and diversity issues. Aideen has a unique perspective on disability and equality issues, which she is able to incorporate into training. With many experiences to share and a lively sense of humour, the training offered by her Flying Lady Training consultancy is both engaging and ‘real'.

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"Through reading ‘Does it wet the bed?' you will delve into a fascinating conversation with one of the most inspirational people you'd ever wish to meet. Aideen will take you on a journey where ignorance is challenged and determination prevails."

- Brian O'Connor (Editor)

For more information, editorial opportunities, interview requests or review copies please get in touch with either Sam Batt or Helen Lewis:

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+44 (0) 8709 619 069
Press materials can be accessed here: http://bit.ly/1gh4GhV

Format:eBook & Paperback

Available on Amazon & (upon release of the paperback) in all good book shops

Price:£5.99 (eBook) £6.99 (paperback)

Release Dates:

eBook - 31 August 2015

Paperback - 01 November 2015

Category:Memoir