Hello! I’m Terrie Lynn Birney.
I am a children’s picture book author who has
Cerebral Palsy. When I was born, the doctors said I would be "vegetable”
my whole life. To those doctors I say “Ha, take that!” Not only am I pursuing a
career in writing children’s books, I graduated from college with an associate
degree in computer science. Since I can remember, I have enjoyed writing,
especially about my feelings. My dedication to writing has grown in the last
year with my soon to be published first book, with more in the future. Belief
in myself is stronger with my faith as a Christian. I am grateful to have my
loving husband for over twenty years and the support of my family. They have
been with me throughout my journey.
I hope you enjoy my site and books. Please feel free to contact me anytime at any media platform below.
My Purpose for Writing
I always enjoyed writing since I can remember. I believe that my first book, “The Magical Hair Bows” is a pleasant fairy tale only for children with Cerebral Palsy, but it also teaches other children that people who have Cerebral Palsy are like anyone else. I have never seen a book about someone like me, so I always wanted to write one for children like me. If you know a kid with Cerebral Palsy, read my book, “The Magical Hair Bows” to him/her and share this wonderful escape of an adventure with your child. Teachers could use my book as a teaching tool to show their students that children with Cerebral Palsy or any disability want the same thing as they do. As a woman with Cerebral Palsy, I believe I can “speak” on Cerebral Palsy and I can make awareness that we all have the same feelings, thoughts, wants, and needs as everyone else.