Dyslexics in Film: The Edge of Seventeen
The Edge of Seventeen see's fellow dyslexic, Woody Harrelson (The Hunger Games, Now You See Me, Natural Born Killers) star as Mr. Bruner, an inspiring teacher and occasional agony-uncle. In a genre that has seen better [...]
Adobe Trials New Software That Could Revolutionise Text to Speech
If you are familiar with Text to Speech software (T2S), then you’ll know how much of a life line it is when crafting and checking your written work. I literally couldn’t write this blog without it. [...]
Help for Adults with Dyslexia that won’t break the bank
When it comes to resources for those with dyslexia, it can often feel like most help or information is focused on children, parents or educators. So, who’s looking out for us adults? Where do we turn [...]
The Magic of Motivation: Five Videos to Super Charge Your Willpower
A few months back I decided it was time to get in shape. In the past I’d tried the gym (yawn), running (a knee or ankle injury waiting to happen) and yoga (a little too docile [...]
Dyslexics Films for October: Stork & Inferno
October sees the release of two more films starring or made by actors or crew with dyslexia. Stork starring Jennifer Aniston and Inferno by superstar Producer Brian Grazer. If you need any assistance when reading this [...]
Dyslexics in Film: Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children
Last month actress Lauren McCrostie popped into our podcast studio to tell us the serendipitous story, of how she ended up starring in the latest Tim Burton film. The film is currently on general release so [...]
200 Ways to Improve your Spelling with Mnemonics
Let’s face it, the English language is confusing. Years after leaving school my spelling is still atrocious, I still struggle to work out when and where I should use capital letters, I have no idea when, [...]
New exhibition Highlights Dyslexic Design Talent
So apparently the word dyslexia comes from the Greek language. Dys meaning difficulty and Lexic meaning with words. If that’s the case, after hanging out with some of the countries most accomplished dyslexic designers, I’m starting [...]
Debra Charles is Recruiting a Dyslexic Army!
Debra Charles, CEO of Novacroft, wants to recruit a dyslexic army! Will you join the cause? A couple of weeks ago I noticed the hashtag, #sayyestodyslexia popping up in my feed. Being the ever curious blogger, [...]
Jobs for Dyslexics | Veterinary Surgeon – Judy Puddifoot
As dyslexics we are often told that there are some jobs that we are just not suited to, or that our unique challenges may make certain professions no go areas. We at The Codpast are [...]