Jessica Cantwell is a disabled author, illustrator, and advocate navigating life with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading, yard sale rummaging, drawing, painting, or refinishing furniture. She has a passion for baking (eating everything she bakes) and travel. You may find her biting bitterballen in Amsterdam, popping pirogues in Poland, or munching on meat pies in London! 

 

Jessica is a dreamer who spends her days crafting fantastical adventures in far-off lands, penning commercial fiction that hits a little closer to home, or illustrating bright and imaginative children’s picture books.

 

When it comes to her autoimmune disease, Jessica shares her journey on social media. She promotes positivity, often in funny ways, to spread the following messages:

• Our chronic illnesses do not define us

• Disabled does not equal unable

• We have the power to live a happy, fulfilling life, and

• Don't be ashamed to use mobility aids

She also shares useful tips, tricks, and tools that help her get through the day. Links to some of her favorite ADA-friendly products are in her Amazon Storefront and TikTok Shops. Others can be seen below. 

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You can follow Jessica on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok at @msjesscantwell