Book HackSpellboundBy Phil Hanley
In a Nutshell
Comedian and actor Phil Hanley charts his journey with dyslexia, from failing pupil to world-renowned comic.
Favorite Quote
The school system treats neurodiverse students so badly, we need a lifetime of deprogramming. Dyslexics have to forge our own path. We're different. More important than dyslexics succeeding in school is their self-esteem remaining intact throughout the process.
Phil Hanley
Introduction
Today, neurodivergence is more regularly diagnosed and openly talked about in society than ever before.
However, there are still many areas of misunderstanding, which can be incredibly frustrating for neurodivergent people as they try to navigate the world of education and work.
In his 2025 book, Spellbound, comedian Phil Hanley explores his experience of living with severe dyslexia, from how it affected his schooling to the difficulty in carving out a career.
Throughout his story, Hanley reveals that what he once thought of as an obstacle has become more like his superpower.
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