Dear Reader,

While the official release date for My Extraordinary Face is May 14, as a friend of Mayo Clinic Press, you can order your copy today and receive a special discount.

This groundbreaking picture book celebrates what makes us unique! Whether a child is living with a facial difference or struggling with bullying, this heartwarming story explores the ups and downs of growing up with a visible difference. Told through the lens of four children with a spectrum of facial differences, including vitiligo, port wine stain, Treacher Collins Syndrome, and cleft palate, this gentle story guides young readers to build a healthy relationship with their appearance and better understand the challenges faced by others.

Expertly crafted by the world-renowned facial surgeon Samir Mardini, M.D., and Marissa Suchyta, M.D., Ph.D., My Extraordinary Face is a must-read for any child struggling with self-acceptance. Filled with practical advice and reflective prompts, as well as impactful back matter, this indispensable tool teaches children to embrace their unique features and celebrates all that makes them who they are. Join along on a journey of self-love and acceptance gorgeous picture book!

Order now and receive a special discount!