Ellen Keane spent most of her teens uncomfortable with her limb difference. Hiding behind long-sleeved hoodies, she perfected poses in photographs and concealed her insecurities. How did she go from being a shy young girl to a strong, confident woman and gold-winning Paralympian?

The day Ellen embraced her difference was the day she found her superpower. She started to believe in her unique abilities and gradually find the success that she had never dreamed possible. Perfectly Imperfect is for anyone struggling to embrace who they are. With anecdotes from her own life, practical advice, monthly check-ins and good-natured humour, Ellen dares you to let go of waiting until everything is perfect and, instead, embrace your imperfect, messy self just as you are. It might just change your life.

About the Author

Ellen Keane is an Irish Paralympic swimmer who won a gold medal in the 100-metre breaststroke at the 2020 Summer Paralympics in Tokyo. In 2022, she reached the final of Dancing With the Stars on RTE One. She is the recipient of a Lord Mayor of Dublin Award, awarded to 'citizens who, through their ordinary, everyday lives, enrich the city in an extraordinary way'. This is her first book.

Book Information
ISBN 9780717196166
Author Ellen Keane
Format Hardback
Page Count 256
Imprint Gill Books
Publisher Gill
Weight(grams) 434g
Dimensions(mm) 222mm * 158mm * 25mm