Gaelynn Lea is a violinist and songwriter from Minnesota. Her memoir, IT WASN'T MEANT TO BE PERFECT, will be released by Algonquin Books on April 14, 2026. Posts about disability, creativity, music, spiritual wellness, and writing.
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Post 53: A Few Notes on Hope, Creativity, and Disability Culture 💗
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Life is Better with Good Company
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Post 51: Replay + Transcript of Gaelynn Lea's Book Talk with Emily Ladau! 📚🎙️🎧
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Post 50: Shows, Interviews, Creativity Challenge, and More Shows! 👩🎤
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Violinist and songwriter Gaelynn Lea has captivated audiences around the world with her music. She's a sought-after public speaker and co-founder of RAMPD. Algonquin Books published her memoir, IT WASN'T MEANT TO BE PERFECT, in April 2026.
I'm a passionate disability rights activist, communications and cultural access consultant, and author of "Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to be an Ally."
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