Popular Autism Related Books

Written with honesty, insight, and some humor, this journal offers a look at the experiences of an adult autistic person in the workplace. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges and strengths of neurodiverse individuals. More importantly, this journal might resonate with autistic adults who've felt like the odd person out in nearly every job they've had.

Meet Autistic Ang, who found out a week before her 39th birthday that she's autistic. It's only been several months since this realization, and during that time she's been down the research rabbit hole, trying to better understand herself. When she couldn't find many resources by autistic people from her part of the spectrum, she felt called to be someone others like her could see themselves in.

Want to know how to better support autistic girls and gender diverse youth? This is an authentic resource for parents, teachers and allied health professionals inspired from and written by autistic women and gender diverse individuals. You will be given the inside scoop, through their intimate knowledge, recollections and advice from growing up autistic. This book masterfully blends what you must know, what you need to know, and what you should know, all while gently walking you down the path towards a more neuro-affirming and inclusive approach to home and school life. You will close the book with a better understanding of autistic identity and culture and how you can help shape a better future for the ladybug in your life.

Discover the path to reclaiming your life and recovering from autistic burnout with ""Autistic Burnout Recovery for Beginners."" Written by Emily, a self-identified autistic woman who experienced burnout herself, this insightful guide provides a unique perspective and invaluable strategies for navigating the challenges of autistic burnout.

Ideal for late-realised or late-diagnosed autistic individuals, as well as teachers and parents of autistic young people, this book sheds light on a topic that often remains misunderstood. In a world where information and clinical research about autistic burnout are scarce, ""Autistic Burnout Recovery for Beginners"" offers a beacon of knowledge and support.

All the things I left unsaid…

Melanie Sykes has been a face on our screens, a voice on our radios for nearly thirty years. As a presenter and broadcaster people turned to her for her humour, her honesty and insight. But between all the interviews and chat shows, is a life unseen, a story unsaid...

A glossary of neurodiversity affirming key vocabulary.
This glossary provides an invaluable resource that will help develop knowledge to support people's understanding of some key vocabulary and common abbreviations used within education, family support networks, and the wider community.
This first edition has been created for The PDA Space Summit 2023.
Specifically written to support understanding of terminology and abbreviations used within UK education and health care settings and wider community.

Understanding PDA: For Kids & Grown Ups' is a book about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), from the perspective of a little boy called Ethan. Ethan shares his personal experiences with PDA, and how it affects his ability to handle certain demands and expectations. The book offers valuable insight and helpful tips for those who want to support individuals with PDA. It is hoped that readers will gain a deeper understanding of PDA, and encourage the world around these individuals to better support them.

I talk about the signs to look for in autism without all that "medicalese", as well as share some of my experiences as a savant

I realised EVERYTHING I was doing was wrong.
I needed to learn.
I needed to change.

During Laura Kerbey's time teaching autistic children, she had a sudden realisation that those with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) are children like no other! None of her tried and tested autism strategies would work to help them focus or learn and most of her time was spent wondering, what am I doing wrong?

Bloc is the new kid at pre-school and she is scared to be different. Written from an Autistic point-of-view, I Am Bloc is a beautifully illustrated picture book about being different, specifically, about being Autistic. Through showing Bloc’s idiosyncratic traits and unique strengths, “I Am Bloc” is a book to remind both the young and young-at-heart that different is not less.

The book is made up of 38 full-color pages and texts are written in Dyslexie (a Dyslexia-friendly font). The characters in the books are diverse in shapes, expressions and abilities.

Despite the cheeky marketing title, there is no ‘cure’ for autism. And, as a grown, independent adult living on the spectrum himself, Ben Aadario does not feel there should be any investigation towards an end to such a marvellous flavour of humanity..

"Too honest. Too real. Too helpful."
– #autismmom

""Inspirational in a way that makes you grateful to be normal."
– Ableism Magazine

“Not bad for an Autistic person.”
– Passive Discrimination Weekly

If autism has touched your life and you’re feeling overwhelmed from confusion and questions, enter the visceral world of Orion Kelly to gain a better understanding and appreciation for how Autism Feels … from the perspective of an everyday Autistic guy, husband and father to an Autistic child.

In this essay anthology, David explores his experience as an Autistic drug addict, and his journey into recovery. Not shying away from the darker aspects of his story, he shines a light into the corners of the Autistic community that are often forgotten about.

This anthology is meant to be accessible to anyone with a vested interest in addiction amongst Autistic people, and amongst fact, and anecdotes, also contains suggestions on how people and services can better support this far too often forgotten demographic of people.

Autistic burnout is a common experience for many autistic individuals, characterized by a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion resulting from prolonged exposure to overwhelming sensory and social stimuli, stress, and pressure to conform to neurotypical norms. It can manifest in various ways, including loss of motivation, decreased executive functioning, sensory overload, shutdowns, and meltdowns.

In this comprehensive guide, you'll discover practical strategies to help you recover from autistic burnout and regain your sense of self and purpose.

What is an autistic world like?
If you don't have autism, you may never know.
This will give you a slight glimpse of a world with autism...
Our minds...
The struggles...
And how much our friends and family truly mean.

We may be similar, but never the same.

Do you suspect you have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Are you late-diagnosed with AuDHD (ASD + ADHD)?
Are you still trying to identify your traits and describe your experiences to access support?

If you answered yes to any of those questions, this supportive and supplemental workbook is for you! Designed for people new to trying to define their experience as an AuDHD individual, you will learn the basics from another AuDHD'er...

Basic vocabulary!
A framework to view your journey!
Guided writing prompts to process your thoughts!

"Meet Robin, smart, young robot who has some amazing talents, but who also faces some challenges.

Intended to demystify autism, and promote autism acceptance in young readers, this story features colourful illustrations and simple, yet engaging, text.

Édition française aussi disponible! "Notre Frère Robin: Une histoire sur l'acceptation de l'autisme"

Kim Loves to Stim. He can't help it. It helps him. This educational book for children introduces them to stimming.

Sensory issues are common among autistics, who experience hypersensitivity or hyposensitivity to sensory input such as touch, sound, taste, smell, and visual stimuli. For example, some people may find it challenging to filter out background noises, while others may have difficulty processing social cues. Sensory issues can significantly impact a person's daily life. In her fourth public journal, Autistic Ang shares her experiences with sensory sensitivity. This journal does not impart strategies, just relatable stories so late-diagnosed autistics don't feel so alone.

Meet Autistic Ang, who found out a week before her 39th birthday that she's autistic. It's only been several months since this realization, and during that time she's been down the research rabbit hole, trying to better understand herself. When she couldn't find many resources by autistic people from her part of the spectrum, she felt called to be someone others like her could see themselves in.

"An Unspoken Story: Living with autism. A book by Sidharth Chandran, who writes from the perspective of a man who, in his own words, is ‘cocooned in autism.’

“I want everyone to know that I am a thinking, feeling man, I do not speak. I am aware that I act in ways that others see as ‘weird’ as though I had ‘no sense.’ This is because my mind and body work differently and not always in congruence with each other. I can express myself through typing. I would like people in ‘Planet Normal’ to know what people with Complex Communication Needs (non- speakers) experience.” Sidharth describes his account as a ‘window into autism’.