The Reading Framework | Series 1, Episode 13
Season 1, Episode 13 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for August 2023 and the DfE’s reading framework updates.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Michelle Elman is a British author, life coach, and public speaker known for her work on body positivity and mental health. She is the author of several books, including Am I Ugly? (2018), The Joy of Being Selfish (2021), and The Selfish Romantic (2023). Elman has contributed to discussions around body confidence and self-acceptance, drawing on her personal experiences and professional background.
Elman is a five-board accredited life coach and has been featured in various media outlets discussing topics related to self-esteem, boundaries, and personal development. She has delivered talks at events and schools, and her work often focuses on helping individuals set healthy boundaries and improve their relationship with themselves.
Her debut book, Am I Ugly?, was published by Welbeck Publishing in 2018 and explores her journey with body image and multiple surgeries during her childhood. In 2021, she published The Joy of Being Selfish with Welbeck, which provides practical advice on setting boundaries. Her third book, The Selfish Romantic, was released in 2023 and addresses dating and relationships from a self-care perspective.
Michelle Elman’s work has been recognised for its impact on conversations about body image and mental health. In 2021, she published The Joy of Being Selfish with Welbeck Publishing.
Season 1, Episode 13 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for August 2023 and the DfE’s reading framework updates.
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