Holly Simon Books

Holly Simon's journey transforms the narrative around raising a child with Down Syndrome, shifting the focus from sorrow to celebration. As the founder of the I Am Who I Am Foundation, she advocates for acceptance and awareness, impacting countless lives. Her personal struggles, including her own health challenges, have fueled her determination to inspire others to embrace change. Through her story, readers are encouraged to reflect and rewrite their own life narratives, fostering a message of hope and resilience.

Set in the Permian period over 287 million years ago, this book explores the fascinating world of early land-dwelling animals, focusing on the story of "Abby," a Dimetrodon skeleton discovered by paleontologist Holly Simon. Through Abby's perspective, readers will uncover the challenges faced by these ancient creatures, including scavenging and disarticulation of bones. The narrative also highlights Seymouria, a significant fossil first identified in 1875, providing insights into the prehistoric ecosystem of Seymour, Texas, before the age of dinosaurs.