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The Blind Blogger's Bookshelf: A Love for Literature

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Max Ivey, known as "the Blind Blogger," to explore his remarkable journey through life as someone with Retinitis Pigmentosa. Max shares his insights on reading, writing, and the importance of accessibility in our digital world. From his unexpected transition from a career in carnival management to becoming an accessibility advisor, Max's story is one of resilience, passion, and advocacy.

Max opens up about his experience living with this progressive eye condition, discussing how it has shaped his worldview and influenced his love for literature.

Max shares insights into the world of publishing, revealing the lesser-known advantages and drawbacks of various reading formats. He discusses the importance of accessibility features in eBooks and audiobooks, and how these can either enhance or hinder the reading experience for those with disabilities.

**Contact and Resources:** Max shares how listeners can connect with him through his websites, where they can find more about his work and advocacy efforts.
https://theblindblogger.net/

https://theaccessibilityadvantage.com/

https://www.facebook.com/theblindblogger

https://www.instagram.com/theblindblogger/

- Connect with us on social media to share your thoughts about this episode.

- Use the hashtag #21stCenturyDisability to join the discussion online.

Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on upcoming episodes and events by clicking here: https://www.21stcenturydisability.com/contact!

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Max Ivey, known as "the Blind Blogger," to explore his remarkable journey through life as someone with Retinitis Pigmentosa. Max shares his insights on reading, writing, and the importance of accessibility in our digital world. From his unexpected transition from a career in carnival management to becoming an accessibility advisor, Max's story is one of resilience, passion, and advocacy.

Max opens up about his experience living with this progressive eye condition, discussing how it has shaped his worldview and influenced his love for literature.

Max shares insights into the world of publishing, revealing the lesser-known advantages and drawbacks of various reading formats. He discusses the importance of accessibility features in eBooks and audiobooks, and how these can either enhance or hinder the reading experience for those with disabilities.

**Contact and Resources:** Max shares how listeners can connect with him through his websites, where they can find more about his work and advocacy efforts.
https://theblindblogger.net/

https://theaccessibilityadvantage.com/

https://www.facebook.com/theblindblogger

https://www.instagram.com/theblindblogger/

- Connect with us on social media to share your thoughts about this episode.

- Use the hashtag #21stCenturyDisability to join the discussion online.

Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on upcoming episodes and events by clicking here: https://www.21stcenturydisability.com/contact!

  continue reading

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