📖 Overview
Wesley King writes middle-grade fiction that addresses mental health topics and social issues facing young people. His debut novel "OCDaniel" explores obsessive-compulsive disorder through the perspective of a thirteen-year-old protagonist dealing with intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
King draws from personal experience with OCD to create authentic portrayals of mental health conditions in his work. He aims to provide representation for young readers who may be experiencing similar challenges.
His writing focuses on helping middle-grade readers understand complex psychological concepts through relatable characters and situations. King has worked as a screenwriter and film producer in addition to his career as a novelist.
The author has spoken publicly about his own struggles with OCD and anxiety, using his platform to reduce stigma around mental health issues in children's literature.