A Wrexham author has been commended by the city's MS and MP for her latest book, which aims to tackle the stigma surrounding disability.

Samantha Maxwell’s second book, "Disabling Ableism," was officially released in April this year and has since drawn praise from Lesley Griffiths MS and Andrew Ranger MP.

The pair recently met with Ms Maxwell to congratulate her on her achievements.

The book is a more general study of how society perceives disability and follows on from her 2022 debut, "CP Isn’t Me," where she shared personal experiences of living with mild cerebral palsy.

"Disabling Ableism" features contributions from Lesley Griffiths MS and Wrexham AFC's Disability Liaison Officer, Kerry Evans.

Samantha's books are available online via Amazon as well as at several places in Wrexham, including Waterstones, Wrexham Library, and Bellis Brothers Farm Shop & Garden Centre.

Following the success of her first two books, Samantha is now working on her third book, which will examine the relationship between disability and mental health.

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Wrexham’s Member of the Senedd and Member of Parliament met Samantha at Bellis Brothers Farm Shop in Holt, Wrexham, one of the local establishments that stocks Samantha’s books.

Lesley Griffiths MS, who has also helped ensure Samantha’s books are available to purchase from the Senedd shop in Cardiff Bay, said: "Samantha is a prolific author and a true inspiration who refuses to be defined by her disability.

"Her honest, captivating books highlight the issues disabled people face on a daily basis and challenge readers to rethink how they view disability."

Ms Griffiths further acknowledged Samantha's efforts to make her books widely available, adding: "To publish two books is an incredible achievement and I wish Samantha every success with her third book, which is due to be released next year."

Andrew Ranger MP also praised Samantha’s work, stating: "Samantha is an incredible person and her books are a must read, being truly honest and open about her lived experience and how disability is viewed by society.

"To have written two books so far is an impressive feat and I am looking forward to reading her third book, published in the new year, and I am sure it will be a success."

Samantha has also expressed her gratitude towards Cerebral Palsy Cymru in Llanishen, Cardiff, formerly known as the Bobath Centre, for their support during her childhood.

The specialist facility provides therapy and support for children with cerebral palsy and their families and is also stocking "CP Isn’t Me" and "Disabling Ableism."