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• Different, Not Less

  a Neurodivergent's Guide to Embracing Your True Self and Finding Your Happily Ever After

  Hayden, Chloé

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  "This is a moving, at times funny story of how it feels to be neurodivergent as well as a practical guide, with advice for living with meltdowns and shutdowns, tips for finding supportive communities and much more. Whether you're neurodivergent or…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Autism

  Marble, John (Neurodiversity strategist)

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  "Autism For Dummies is a comprehensive guide exploring the full spectrum of autism experiences. This essential resource deepens understanding for self-advocates, parents, educators, and professionals, fostering respect and acceptance for all…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Unmasking for Life

  the Autistic Person's Guide to Connecting, Loving, and Living Authentically

  Price, Devon,

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  "Enter Unmasking for Life, which provides the resources to help you advocate for your needs and invent new ways of living, loving, and being that work with your disability rather than against it. You'll learn how to develop five key skills for…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Autistic & Black

  Our Experiences of Growth, Progress, and Empowerment

  Omeiza, Kala Allen

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  "In this powerful insight into the lives of Black autistic people, Kala Allen Omeiza brings together a community of voices from across the world, spanning religions, sexuality and social economic status to provide a deep and rich understanding of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• My Brain Is Different

  Stories of ADHD and Other Developmental Disorders

  Monzūsū (Comic book writer),

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  "This intimate manga collection follows nine adults with developmental disorders as they outline their struggles and triumphs. Experience the stories of a high school dropout's new path to education; a person seeing the world through new eyes thanks…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Explaining AuDHD

  the Expert-led Guide to Autism and Adhd Co-concurrence

  Sadiq, Khurram,

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  "Explaining AuDHD is a straight-talking guide for those trying to understand Autism and ADHD as a combined diagnosis. Using real-life stories of people living with AuDHD, this book offers advice for those grappling with a diagnosis, and provides a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• But Everyone Feels This Way

  How An Autism Diagnosis Saved My Life

  Layle, Paige,

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  "In "But Everyone Feels This Way," Paige Layle shares her story as an autistic woman diagnosed late. Women are frequently diagnosed with autism much later than men-in their late teens or early twenties. Armed with the phrase "Autism Spectrum…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Autism, Sensory & Behavior

  the Way I See It

  Grandin, Temple,

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  "Dr. Temple Grandin draws on her own experience to deliver an essential resource for guiding and nurturing autistic children with sensory and behavior challenges. As always, she gets to the REAL issues of autism--the ones parents, teachers, and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• How to Find a Four-leaf Clover

  What Autism Can Teach Us About Difference, Connection, and Belonging

  Rodgers, Jodi

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  "With more than two percent of the U.S. population diagnosed with autism, it behooves neurotypical people to have a better understanding of their neighbors, coworkers, and friends on the autism spectrum. Rodgers, drawing on over three decades of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Good Different

  Kuyatt, Meg Eden,

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  "This beautifully written novel in verse follows one girl's journey as she learns that she's on the autism spectrum and comes to embrace herself." -provided by Booklist

• Flap Your Hands

  a Celebration of Stimming

  Asbell, Steve, 1983-

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  "Four children flutter, flap, and rock their way from overwhelmed to centered in an arrestingly illustrated introduction to the concept of self-regulatory movement from Asbell, making his picture book debut. Listing examples of stims--from…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Autistic Trans Guide to Life

  Purkis, Yenn, 1974-

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  "This book is a one-stop guide for autistic trans adults setting out practical strategies and advice to help them navigate through life. The book has chapters on coming out, relationships, sexuality, physical appearance, medical aspects, social…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Little Victories

  Autism Through a Father's Eyes

  Roy, Yvon, 1966-

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  "A beautiful visual exploration of the highs and lows experienced by a parent learning how to adapt to his son's autism. Faced with a challenging road ahead, the author uses creative flair and ingenuity in order to connect with his son, enabling him…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Camouflage

  the Hidden Lives of Autistic Women

  Bargiela, Sarah

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  "This graphic novel explores the experiences and difficulties faced by women on the spectrum, such as late or incorrect diagnosis and having to master the art of pretending to be 'normal'. A fascinating insight into an under-represented condition."…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum

  How to Make Friends and Navigate Your Emotions

  Sterling, Lindsey,

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  "The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum unlocks socialization secrets and helps you understand your feelings. Autism books for kids don't always address teenagers' needs, but the practical tips and step-by-step guides in this…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Different Kind of Normal

  My Real-life Completely True Story About Being Unique

  Balfe, Abigail

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  "Hi! My name is Abigail, and I'm autistic. But I didn't know I was autistic until I was (kind of) an adult. This is my true story of growing up in the confusing 'normal' world, all the while missing some Very Important Information about myself.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Autistic Guide to Communicating and Connecting

  Understanding Our Communication Differences and Social Needs

  Garvey, Niamh (Writer on autism),

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  "Written by autistic author Niamh Garvey, this book combines up-to-date research and lived experience perspectives to create the ultimate guide to supporting your autistic social self in hectic, everyday life. Split into three parts that cover…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Your Child Is Not Broken

  Parent Your Neurodivergent Child Without Losing Your Marbles

  Mavir, Heidi,

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  "Part autobiography, part parenting manual, "Your Child Is Not Broken" is a no-holds-barred account of Heidi Mavir's discovery of her child's neurodivergence. It is the funny, irreverent and brutally honest story of Heidi's fight to be seen, heard,…Read moreRead more of this annotation