I Identify as Blind

“Lively, wise, and candid, this book offers profoundly necessary insights into the complexities—and joys—of living with disability. A provocative invitation to rethink what it means to be disabled.”—Kirkus“I identify as a Lachi fan! Her book hits all the right notes, welcoming readers to the conversation about disability with the perfect harmony of sharp commentary and nuanced teaching. Composed with candor and courage, all of Lachi’s stories shine as brightly as her Glam Canes.”—Emily Ladau, author of Demystifying Disability“A vibrant celebration of disability culture and community. Lachi’s wit and wisdom shine through on every page.”—Dr. Amy Kenny, Director of Georgetown University’s Disability Cultural Center, and author of the award-winning book My Body Is Not a Prayer Request“Lachi’s story is powerful, raw, and deeply necessary. I Identify as Blind is more than a book—it’s a movement, a challenge to see the world differently, and an invitation to honor the fullness of our identities. As someone who has fought to create space in industries that often overlook us, I felt deeply seen and inspired by her words. This is a must-read for anyone ready to break barriers and embrace true representation.”—Jillian Mercado, model, actor, and activist“A fascinating journey into the complex world that people with disabilities navigate every day. Lachi provides many insights into how she found her true identity, and how everyone can celebrate their full identities as well.”—Temple Grandin, New York Times bestselling author of Visual Thinking and Thinking in Pictures“Lachi, who “identifies as blind,” arrives on the literary scene with a memoir that will make readers laugh out loud on one page and consider the world around them in a new way on the next.”—Booklist“Buoyant… an inviting and entertaining account from a powerful voice in disability rights.”—Publishers Weekly

Lachi is an award-winning recording artist, producer of a Grammy-nominated album, public speaker, and the first openly disabled National Trustee of the Recording Academy. She is the CEO of RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities), which has partnered with Netflix and Live Nation. Named a USA Today Woman of the Year and a “dedicated foot soldier for disability pride” by Forbes, Lachi hosted the PBS American Masters series Renegades, has appeared on Good Morning America, and she has spoken at The White House. She lives in New York City.