The Amazing Curvy Kid
By Mark Liddle
Mark was born a little different—with curvy hands and feet. But instead of letting that get him down, he learned to see the magic in his own uniqueness!
Join Mark as he sets off on an adventure of self-discovery.
The Amazing Curvy Kid is a heartwarming story that celebrates kindness, compassion, and the courage to stand out.
Perfect for kids ages 5-8 who are learning the power of empathy and the magic of being one-of-a-kind.
Mark Liddle's Story
Mark Liddle's journey is one of triumph over adversity, and now, he's sharing his story to inspire others.
Born with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, he faced challenges from an early age, including teasing due to his condition.
He channeled his experiences into a successful career as an award-winning sales executive and recently conquered a 12km traverse in the Auckland Marathon (pictured).
Now, Mark is writing a book about his childhood to educate people about AMC, encourage others to defy limitations imposed upon them, and discourage bullying, hoping to create a more inclusive and understanding world.
Suzy Cato Reads The Amazing Curvy Kid
We’re thrilled to share something very special — beloved New Zealand children’s presenter Suzy Cato has read The Amazing Curvy Kid on her YouTube channel, TreehutTV!
Suzy has been a trusted friend to tamariki across Aotearoa for decades, known for her kindness, warmth, and passion for storytelling. Now, she’s helping share Mark's important message about disability, inclusion, and celebrating our differences.
Gather your kids, whānau, or classroom and enjoy Suzy’s beautiful reading of The Amazing Curvy Kid.
"Positive, thoughtful, and encouraging..."
The Amazing Curvy Kid, is a fantastic book! It’s positive, thoughtful, and encouraging, and I think, a must read for all children and even some adults too. It’s cleverly written and beautifully illustrated.
Jo, Christchurch
"an uplifting story of looking on the bright side..."
Perfect book for young & old – learning to read and learning about life & the world around us. With life’s challenges, comes an uplifting story of looking on the bright side and thinking about how we think. Something SO POSITIVE to start with!
Tamalisa, Sydney
"This book should be in every school, everywhere"
Every child, or (even adult) who has disabilities of any kind will relate to this heart warming and inspiring read. Excellent illustrations which make it easy for young people to follow. Highly recommend for all … but especially the curvy ones!
Roslyn, Whangarei
"a valuable resource for any early childhood or school library"
I found this to be a beautifully illustrated inspiring story that highlights the value of uniqueness. Through it’s celebration of self discovery it strenghtens perceptions of self-worth and ability and it will help enable children to see both themselves and others reflected.
Judi, Hamilton
In the News
What is Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita?
Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) is a term used to describe a variety of conditions where babies are born with stiff or "frozen" joints. This means their joints have limited movement, and they might not be able to bend or straighten them fully.
Essentially, it's a condition that affects how the joints develop before birth, leading to contractures (stiffness) in multiple joints throughout the body.
Our Deepest Thanks
We gratefully acknowledge the invaluable contributions of the organizations that provided financial and practical assistance to make this book a reality. Their support has been instrumental in bringing this story to life.
