about the book

In From Daylight to Dark, Valerie D. Maidment recounts her lived experience of losing her vision and the profound changes that followed. The memoir explores both the personal and practical realities of disability — from grief and adjustment to advocacy, self-determination, and hope. It is a story of loss and resilience, and a call for greater understanding and accessibility in everyday life.

who this book is for

This book may resonate with:
  • Readers interested in memoirs of lived experience
  • People navigating vision loss or disability
  • Family members and caregivers
  • Educators, employers, and advocates interested in accessibility

Accessibility & Formats

Everyone reads differently. From Daylight to Dark is available in print, digital, audio, and braille formats to support different preferences and access needs.

About the author

Valerie D. Maidment is an author and accessibility advocate from Newfoundland and Labrador. After experiencing vision loss, she began sharing her lived experiences to raise awareness of the everyday barriers faced by people with disabilities. Through her writing and advocacy, Valerie works to promote understanding, inclusion, and meaningful accessibility in community spaces, workplaces, and daily life.

An invitation to reflect

From Daylight to Dark is a story of adaptation, resilience, and lived experience — and an invitation to reflect on navigating a world that is not always accessible.