ACCRINGTON-born TV star Julie Hesmondhalgh has given her support to an aspiring children’s author who is aiming to publish a heart-warming tale about a boy with learning disabilities and his dog while also supporting disability charities.
Robert Martin says that he has long dreamed of creating a book for children and was thrilled when former Coronation Street actress Julie agreed to write the foreword for his upcoming work Joe and Dusty Save the World.
Mr Martin is currently crowdfunding in order to be able to publish hardback copies of the book and has pledged to donate at least 5% takings of the books he prints to children’s charities.
He said: “Joe and Dusty Save The World is inspired by my experiences around disability and by the amount of love my dog brings to my life every day.
“I grew up with a disabled sister, I’m married to someone who is disabled, I also work with Dadafest, a fantastic Disability and Deaf Arts organisation.
“Disability is a big part of my life."
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