Author of the Born That Way Series
Susan Ketchen trained as a family therapist (and an accountant, and a financial policy analyst, and a bank teller, and a care giver, and . . . well, you get the picture) but the backbone of her life has always been her writing. She is the Canadian author of the four-volume Born That Way Series, featuring a 14-year old girl with the genetic condition Turner Syndrome, and a troublesome interest in horses. Susan’s short stories have appeared in Miss Chatelaine magazine and in the anthology “What She Wrote”.
Born That Way
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Born That Way
In Born That Way 14-year-old Sylvia struggles with an unsatisfied passion for horses and an undiagnosed case of Turner Syndrome.
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Made That Way
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Made That Way
In Made That Way Sylvia is in treatment for her genetic condition, but must develop a deeper understanding of what "normal" means, and decide how important it is to get there.
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Grows That Way
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Grows That Way
In Grows That Way Sylvia continues to explore herd dynamics, whether they be in family life, schoolyard politics, or the paddocks of her friend's stable.
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Rides That Way
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Rides That Way
In Rides That Way Sylvia's equestrian plans are reined in after she's accused of dangerous riding. Almost fifteen, Sylvia realizes she's been ignoring an important personal decision.
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"Sylvia... is a brilliant creation. She’s funny, observant, and absolutely devoid of self pity about her condition...I really can’t recommend these books highly enough: Sylvia for me has entered the ranks of great horse and pony book creations. She is unforgettable."
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Jane Badger BooksUnited Kingdom
"Wonderful. Reads like a cross between Adrian Mole and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time."
Dr. David DaviesChild and Adolescent Psychiatrist