Join us on this journey with Jacob, a young boy who has just been diagnosed with Type One Diabetes. He has so much to learn about what it means to be diabetic and is feeling nervous and unsure. Follow along as Jacob discovers how he can use his new diagnosis to not only live a healthy life himself, but also help others along the way….kind of like a SUPERHERO.
Meet the Illustrator | Jess Bolam
Jess is a children’s book illustrator and animation artist living in Buckinghamshire. She particularly enjoys illustrating kids with big personalities, animals and nature, combining digital and traditional media and exploring bright colour palettes.
After getting her BA in Animation Production at Arts University Bournemouth in 2018, she began freelancing as an animation background artist, and later, an illustrator. Jess went on to complete a Masters degree in Illustration at Falmouth University, and now specialises in children’s book illustration.
Meet the Author | Matthew Sohl
My name is Matthew Sohl and I am from Louisville, Kentucky. I spend my days with my wonderful wife Alyssa, and 4 kids, Jaculin, Simon, Nicholas, and Josephine.
I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when I was 24, just a couple of years after college. Storytelling is how I cope with things. So with the encouragement of Alyssa, I created Insulin Kid.
In my free time, I like to perform magic, go fishing, and make Rosaries. I hope to keep the story of Insulin Kid alive for future books.
And if you are struggling with dealing with your type 1 diabetes, remember there are millions of us. You are never alone.
Want to Donate a Copy?
I would love to get this book into as many doctor’s offices, schools, & libraries as possible. I will use all funds donated through this link to purchase copies for that purpose.