Adult Books & ones writen by those with AS

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Here are a few we list. They are just "some" that are available. I just heard of a new one coming out and has yet to be released titled: "Scholars with Autism - Achieving Dreams" edited by Lars Perner with contributions from Grandin, Shore, Paradis, Perner himself as editor, Dena Gassner, Dawn Prince-, Liane Holliday Willey and Nick plus maybe others?

There are a ton of book out there and below are just a few.... Hopefully, others can comment on some of them or add others to it.

Adults

22 Things a Woman with Asperger's Syndrome Wants Her Partner to Know by Rudy Simone - Rudy Simone covers 22 common areas of confusion for someone dating a female with AS and includes advice from her own experience and from other partners in real relationships. She talks with humour and honesty about the quirks and sensitivities that you may come across when getting to know your partner. All the pivotal relationship landmarks are discussed, including the first date, sex, and...more »

A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome / Solution Focused Approaches by E. Bliss and Genevieve Edmonds - A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome presents an empowering, practical approach to helping people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) to succeed at college, at work, at home and in life. The authors highlight how treating AS as a `problem' is unproductive, and advocate a solution focused approach which recognizes and uses the strengths of people with AS to foster mutual respect and... more »

A Strange World – Autism, Asperger's Syndrome and PDD-NOS / A Guide for Parents, Partners, Professional Carers, and People with ASDs by e F. Delfos - A Strange World is an intriguing and comprehensive guide to autistic spectrum disorders presented from a new scientific perspective. Delfos's biopsychological model provides a strong theoretical analysis of the nature of autism and what problems it can cause. She offers practical advice on how to... more

Adults on the Autism Spectrum Leave the Nest / Achieving Supported Independence by - Children on the Autism Spectrum often grow up to find they are unable to cope effectively with the challenges of adult life. This book shows that, with the appropriate lifelong care from parents and carers, it is possible for those with neurodevelopmental disabilities to achieve supported independence and live fulfilling adult lives. more »

Aspergirls / Empowering Females with Asperger Syndrome by Rudy Simone Foreword by Liane Holliday Willey

An Exact Mind: An Artist With Asperger Syndrome by Myers, Simon Baron-Cohen and Sally Wheelwright

Allow Me! A Guide to Promoting Communication Skills in Adults with Developmental Delays by Irma D. Ruiter

Asparagus Dreams by Peers

Asperger Meets Girl / Happy Endings for Asperger Boys by Griffiths - Men with Asperger's Syndrome, young and old, experience difficulty with social interaction, which can be a stumbling block when it comes to getting a girlfriend. Here is a book that demystifies the enigma of 'relationships' by explaining everything in Asperger-friendly terms (some of them mathematical, naturally). more »

Asperger Syndrome - A Love Story by Hendrickx and Newton - Open, honest and upbeat, this book gives personal insight into both the ups and downs of an Asperger relationship. Seeking to challenge the bad press that people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) get as partners, and tell their story of how they are making it work - and also how they got it wrong - with disarming frankness and humour. more »

Asperger Syndrome and Alcohol / Drinking to Cope? by Tinsley and Hendrickx - Asperger Syndrome and Alcohol exposes the unexplored problem of people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) using alcohol as a coping mechanism to deal with everyday life. Alcohol can relieve the anxiety of social situations and make those with ASDs feel as though they can fit in. Ultimately, however, reliance on alcohol can lead the user down a path of self-destruction and exacerbate... more »

Asperger's Syndrome and Sexuality From Adolescence through Adulthood By Isabelle Hénault - Playing the dating game is often tricky: all the more so for individuals with Asperger's Syndrome. How do AS adolescents and their families cope with sexual feelings and behaviour? What help can be given if a man with AS oversteps the mark in expressing his sexuality? How do people with AS deal with intimacy and communication in sexual relationships? In this comprehensive and unique guide,... more »

Asperger Syndrome and Social Relationships / Adults Speak Out about Asperger Syndrome. Edited by Genevieve Edmonds and Luke Beardon - 'This book is essential reading to understand the social abilities of adults with Asperger's syndrome. The contributors each have different personalities and experiences, but together they provide a range of strategies to encourage people with Asperger's syndrome to achieve the social relationships they desire.' more »

Aspies on Mental Health / Speaking for Ourselves by Edited by Luke Beardon and Dean Worton - People with Asperger Syndrome (AS) can be particularly at risk of developing mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression. Here, adults with Asperger Syndrome speak out about their own experiences of mental health issues, offering sound advice for other Aspies and providing valuable insights for family, friends and also for mental health professionals. more »

Autistics' Guide to Dating / A Book by Autistics, for Autistics and Those Who Love Them or Who Are in Love with Them by Emilia Murry Ramey and Jody Ramey - For people on the autism spectrum dating is so often an elusive art form, requiring the very skills--in communication, and in social perception--that don't come naturally to them. This book presents strategies for overcoming social skills deficits and sensory issues, to make for relationship success. more »

Autism -An Inside-Out Approach: An Innovative Look at the Mechanics of 'Autism' and Its Developmental 'Cousins' by Donna

Autism and Sensing : The Unlost Instinct by Donna

Autism All-Stars / How We Use Our Autism and Asperger Traits to Shine in Life, Edited by Josie Santomauro - Looking at the positive influences, great talents and unique thought processes of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, this book is a celebration of those who have used their autism to shine in life. more »

Awakenings by Oliver W. Sacks

Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome by M. Shore

Build Your Own Life: A Self-Help Guide For Individuals With Asperger Syndrome by Lawson / As someone with Asperger Syndrome, Lawson knows all about the social difficulties that accompany the condition. In this book, she guides others on the autism spectrum through the confusing... more

Children, Youth and Adults with Asperger Syndrome - Integrating Multiple Perspectives by Edited by P. Stoddart. This book offers a comprehensive overview of clinical, personal and research perspectives on Asperger Syndrome, including contributions from parents and experts in the fields of psychology, social work, psychiatry, genetics, sexology and vocational counselling. It includes first-hand accounts... more

Congratulations; It's Asperger Syndrome by Jen Birch

Connecting With Your Asperger Partner / Negotiating the Maze of Intimacy by Louise Weston - Communication and intimacy can feel like a constant struggle in relationships where one partner has Asperger Syndrome (AS). For the neuro-typical partner (NT) in particular, this can be an endless source of frustration, misunderstandings, and tears. more »

Concepts of Normality / The Autistic and Typical Spectrum by Lawson - For those with autism, understanding 'normal' can be a difficult task. For those without autism, the perception of 'normal' can lead to unrealistic expectations of self and others. This book explores how individuals and society understand 'normal', in order to help demystify and make accessible a full range of human experience. more »

Discovering My Autism: Apologia Pro Vita Sua (With Apologies to Cardinal Newman) by Edgar Schneider

Emergence: Labeled Autistic by Temple Grandin

Everyday Heaven: Journeys Beyond the Stereotypes of Autism by Donna

Review by N. Meyer

Exploring Bullying with Adults with Autism and Asperger Syndrome / A Photocopiable Workbook by Tickle and Bettina Stott - Bullying is a serious and pervasive issue for people with autism and Asperger Syndrome. This photocopiable workbook encourages adults who have been involved with bullying - as either victims or perpetrators - to explore what bullying is, the effects it can have and how it can be tackled successfully. more »

Exposure Anxiety - The Invisible Cage: An Exploration of Self-Protection Response in the Autism Spectrum by Donna

Families of Adults with Autism / Stories and Advice for the Next Generation by Jane and Anne Van Rensselaer - Families of Adults with Autism is a collection of real-life stories of people on the autism spectrum growing up, as told by their parents and siblings. The individual accounts explore the challenges that families of people with autism have faced, and the techniques they have used to improve the quality of their children's lives, from mega-doses of vitamins and dietary changes to intensive... more »

Finding Out About Asperger Syndrome, High-Functioning Autism and PDD by Gunilla Gerland / 'Children and teenagers are different. Some have more differences than others and may have difficulties with things such as participating in group activities, or really understanding how other... more

Fragile Success: Ten Autistic Children, Childhood to Adulthood by Virginia Sperry, M.A. / This book presents ten longitudinal case studies of individuals with autism and discusses the nature of childhood autism and teaching children with autism. The studies involve students of the... more

Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome / Understanding Adults on the Autism Spectrum by Carol Hagland - Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome is a practical, problem-solving guide for those caring for or supporting an adult with Asperger Syndrome (AS). It will help them understand the condition and the difficulties it may cause, so that they can offer support in the most beneficial way. more »

Group Music Activities for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities / by Ramey - Musical games and activities can significantly improve the social, emotional, cognitive and motor skills of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. However, many music therapy resources are written with children in mind, and it can be difficult to find suitable age-appropriate activity ideas for adults. more »

Love, Sex and Long-Term Relationships / What People with Asperger Syndrome Really Really Want - What are the motivations and desires behind relationship choices and sexual behaviour? Are they very different for those with Asperger Syndrome (AS) than for anyone else? Does having extreme sensitivity to physical touch or an above average need for solitude change one's expectation of relationships or sexual experience? more »

The Feeling’s Unmutual - Growing Up With Asperger Syndrome (Undiagnosed) by Will Hadcrof'Recently the phrase "Asperger Syndrome" became part of my vocabulary. It explains all the things my psychologist could not.'– Will HadcroftWhat makes the Asperger child immerse himself in such things as Doctor Who and The Incredible Hulk? In this honest and entertaining autobiographical... more

I Don't Want to Be Inside Me Anymore: Messages from Autistic Mind by Birger Sellin, Klonovsky

Laughter and Tears / Autism and Asperger Syndrome Through the Years by Ann Hewetson - Laughter and Tears follows the life story of Mark, a young man with autism, from birth to the age of 30, and is interwoven with observations of the history of autism as it unfolds from its first diagnosis in 1943 to the present day. Ann Hewetson's first-hand account of her son Mark's life with... more

Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism by Mike Stanton

Life & Learning with Autistic Spectrum Diffability by Lawson

Life Behind Glass: A Personal Account of Autism Spectrum Disorder by Lawson

Like Color to the Blind by Donna

Nobody Nowhere by Donna

Overcoming Asperger's: Personal Experience & Insight by S. Jr.

Pretending to be Normal: Living with Asperger's Syndrome by Liane Holliday Willey, Tony Attwood

Relationship Development Intervention with Children, Adolescents and Adults—Social and Emotional Development Activities for Asperger Syndrome, Autism, PDD and NLD by E. Gutstein and le K. Sheely

Right Address...Wrong Planet, Children With Asperger Syndrome Becoming Adults by Gena P. Barnhill

Safety Skills for Asperger Women / How to Save a Perfectly Good Female Life - Life with Asperger Syndrome can be a challenge at the best of times, and trials and tribulations that neurotypicals take in their stride can leave Aspies perplexed and unsure of how to solve problems and keep themselves safe, both physically and emotionally. more »

Somebody Somewhere: Breaking Free from the World of Autism by Donna

Soon Will Come the Light: A View from Inside the Autism Puzzle by A. McKean, et al

Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat by Oliver Sacks

Sex, Sexuality and the Autism Spectrum by Lawson - Written by an ‘insider', an openly gay autistic adult, Lawson writes frankly and honestly about autism, sex and sexuality. In her new book, she draws upon her own experience to examine the implications of being autistic on relationships, sex and sexuality. Having discussed subjects such as... more

Songs of the Gorilla Nation by Dawn Prince-

... New York Times Review - March 21, 2004

Taking Responsibility: Good practice guidelines for services – adults with Asperger Syndrome by

The Myriad Gifts of Asperger's Syndrome by M. Ortiz - A fascinating collection of real-life personal profiles, The Myriad Gifts of Asperger's Syndrome focuses on the talents, abilities, and achievements of individuals with Asperger's Syndrome (AS). Vaschel has a remarkable connection with animals; can tell the weight of any item he lifts to the nearest tenth of a pound; two-year-old Hannah detected a dangerously faulty electrical... more »

The Partner's Guide to Asperger Syndrome by J. Moreno, Marci Wheeler and Kealah Parkinson - Adults with Asperger Syndrome (AS) often have difficulties acquiring relationship skills due to the defining characteristics of the syndrome, experiences with peers during childhood and adolescence, and the expectations of their partners. However, an increasing number do go on to achieve happy and successful long-term relationships with non-spectrum (NS) partners. more

The Passionate Mind / How People with Autism Learn by Lawson- In entirely accessible terms, Lawson lays out her groundbreaking theory of Single Attention and Associated Cognition in Autism (SAACA), an approach that explains autism in terms of the unique learning style of individuals on the autism spectrum. more »

Thinking in Pictures by Temple Grandin

Through the Eyes of Aliens: A Book About Autistic People by Jasmine Lee O'Neill

Transition To Adulthood: A Resource for Assisting Young People with Emotional or Behavioral Difficulties by Hewitt B. and ann

Trueman Bradley - Aspie Detective by ei Maxim - Trueman leaves his hometown of Heartville, Illinois, and arrives in New York City, hoping to fulfil his dream of becoming a private detective, like his comic book heroes. He is soon told that a guy with AS could not possibly succeed as a detective. Undeterred, Trueman uses his exceptional... more

Your Life is Not a Label: A Guide to Living Fully with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome by Jerry Newport

Understanding and Working With the Spectrum of Autism: An Insider's View by Lawson

Women from Another Planet: Our Lives in the Universe of Autism - Kearns , Editor

Working with Adults with Asperger Syndrome / A Practical Toolkit by Carol Hagland and Zillah Webb - Supporting someone with Aspergers Syndrome (AS) can, at times, be frustrating and challenging. But a greater knowledge and understanding of the problems facing people with AS can make a huge difference to their lives. more

Writers on the Spectrum / How Autism and Asperger Syndrome have Influenced Literary Writing by Brown - From Hans Christian Andersen's fairytale characters to Carroll's Wonderland and Dickinson's poetic imagery, the writings and lives of some of the world's most celebrated authors indicate signs of autism and Asperger's Syndrome. Through analysis of biographies, autobiographies, letters and diaries, Professor Brown identifies literary talents who display characteristics of... more »

Your Life Is Not a Label by Jerry Newport

Personal Accounts

ASPoetry / Illustrated poems from an Aspie Life by Lawson - Lawson's well-known poetry reflects the many aspects of a life lived with Asperger's Syndrome. In this illustrated collection of poems and short prose pieces, including some from her childhood and teenage years, engages with her past and present, writing frankly about childhood, self-discovery, adulthood and friendship. Her poetry also conveys the day-to-day challenges

Asperger Syndrome - A Love Story by Hendrickx and Newton - Open, honest and upbeat, this book gives personal insight into both the ups and downs of an Asperger relationship. Seeking to challenge the bad press that people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) get as partners, and tell their story of how they are making it work - and also how they got it wrong - with disarming frankness and humour. more »

Asperger Syndrome, the Universe and Everything by Hall

Autism-An Inside-Out Approach: An Innovative Look at the Mechanics of 'Autism' and Its Developmental 'Cousins' by Donna

Autism and Me by Rory Hoy - Runner up in the Nasen and TES Special Educational Needs Book Awards 2007Only people with autism truly know what it's like to be autistic - and even then, every autistic individual is unique! This award-winning short film by Rory Hoy, an 18-year-old filmmaker with autism, provides a privileged glimpse into his autistic world, letting us take a journey through his everyday experience and... more »

Autism and Sensing : The Unlost Instinct by Donna

Autistic Authors Booklist and Facts - a complete list by autistics.org Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome by M. Shore

Build Your Own Life: A Self-Help Guide for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome by Lawson

Coming Out Asperger / Diagnosis, Disclosure and Self-Confidence. Edited by Dinah Murray - Coming Out Asperger explores the complexity of diagnosis for Asperger Syndrome, the drawbacks and benefits of disclosing a diagnosis of a "hidden disability," and how this impinges on self-esteem. The contributors include some of the best-known and most exciting writers in the field of Asperger Syndrome (AS) today, and include individuals on the autism spectrum, parents and professionals.... more » Concepts of Normality / The Autistic and Typical Spectrum by Lawson - For those with autism, understanding 'normal' can be a difficult task. For those without autism, the perception of 'normal' can lead to unrealistic expectations of self and others. This book explores how individuals and society understand 'normal', in order to help demystify and make accessible a full range of human experience. more » Crystalline Lifetime / Fragments of Asperger Syndrome by Luke - 'This beautiful book is written by an astute 17 year-old with Aspergers Syndrome. It tells some of his life story in his own poetic words; I am sure many of you, with or without Aspergers, will relate to his poetry, photography and illustrations. This book lets us gently into his world and shares with us some of the challenges he faced as an adolescent on the autistic spectrum.' more » Discovering My Autism: Apologia Pro Vita Sua (With Apologies to Cardinal Newman) by Edgar Schneider

Do You Understand Me? / My Life, My Thoughts, My Autism Spectrum Disorder by Sofie Koborg Brøsen - Sofie Koborg Br�sen is eleven years old and, like other children of her age, goes to a mainstream school, loves reading comics and being with her family and her cat, Teddy. But Sofie is not the same as everyone else - she has autism spectrum disorder. Fed up with being misunderstood by her classmates, she has written a book about her world so others can learn to understand her, and vice versa. more » Emergence: Labeled Autistic by Temple Grandin

Exposure Anxiety - The Invisible Cage: An Exploration of Self-Protection Response in the Autism Spectrum by Donna

Everyday Heaven: Journeys Beyond the Stereotypes of Autism by Donna

Friendships / The Aspie Way by Lawson - People with Asperger's Syndrome have difficulty with interpersonal relationships, yet are well known to be loyal and dependable friends. Lawson felt she had a knack for upsetting people and was surprised to be told that she 'did friendship rather well'. In her frank and thoughtful analysis of what makes and breaks friendships, she explores what it means to have friends or be a friend -... more »

I Don't Want to Be Inside Me Anymore: Messages from Autistic Mind by Birger Sellin, Klonovsky

Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism by Mike Stanton

Life & Learning with Autistic Spectrum Diffability by Lawson

Life Behind Glass: A Personal Account of Autism Spectrum Disorder by Lawson

Like Color to the Blind by Donna

Nobody Nowhere by Donna

Overcoming Asperger’s: Personal Experience and Insight by S.

Pretending to be Normal: Living with Asperger's Syndrome by Liane Holliday Willey, Tony Attwood

Songs of the Gorilla Nation by Dawn Prince-

... New York Times Review - March 21, 2004

Soon Will Come the Light: A View from Inside the Autism Puzzle by A. McKean, et al

Somebody Somewhere: Breaking Free from the World of Autism by Donna

Standing Up Falling Down - Asperger's Syndrome from the Inside Out by Nita

The Jumbled Jigsaw / An Insider's Approach to the Treatment of Autistic Spectrum `Fruit Salads' by Donna - The Jumbled Jigsaw exposes autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) not as single entities but as a combination of a whole range of often untreated, sometimes easily treatable, underlying conditions. Exploring everything from mood, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive and tic disorders to information processing and sensory perceptual difficulties, including dependency issues, identity problems and much... more »

The Love-Shy Survival Guide by Talmer Shockley - 'In his groundbreaking book, Talmer Shockley (himself a love-shy individual) presents a thoroughly accessible and motivating read for those suffering from love-shyness... Pay attention to his words of wisdom. They will help you find the partner that you so richly deserve' more »

The Myriad Gifts of Asperger's Syndrome by M. Ortiz - A fascinating collection of real-life personal profiles, The Myriad Gifts of Asperger's Syndrome focuses on the talents, abilities, and achievements of individuals with Asperger's Syndrome (AS). Vaschel has a remarkable connection with animals; can tell the weight of any item he lifts to the nearest tenth of a pound; two-year-old Hannah detected a dangerously faulty electrical... more »

Thinking in Pictures and Other Reports From My Life With Autism by Temple Grandin

Through the Eyes of Aliens: A Book About Autistic People by Jasmine Lee O'Neill

Understanding and Working With the Spectrum of Autism: An Insider's View by Lawson

Your Life is Not a Label: A Guide to Living Fully with Autism and Asperger's

Women from Another Planet: Our Lives in the Universe of Autism - Kearns , Editor Syndrome by Jerry Newport

Best as always

[Guest guest]

Hi .....

Thanks for the list. I talked with Dena Gassner from GRASP on the phone about

two weeks ago. Had a good talk, and she's coming down to my neck of the woods

for an autism conference we'll be having in May 2012. Looking forward to

meeting her in person. Trying to get a big name for the 2013 conference - most

notably, Temple Grandin. Would love to have another big name (e.g. Shore,

Willey, etc.) speak if Grandin can not.

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> Here are a few we list. They are just " some " that are available. I just

heard of a new one coming out and has yet to be released titled: " Scholars with

Autism - Achieving Dreams " edited by Lars Perner with contributions from

Grandin, Shore, Paradis, Perner himself as editor, Dena Gassner, Dawn

Prince-, Liane Holliday Willey and Nick plus maybe others?

>

> There are a ton of book out there and below are just a few.... Hopefully,

others can comment on some of them or add others to it.

>

> Adults

> a.. 22 Things a Woman with Asperger's Syndrome Wants Her Partner to Know by

Rudy Simone - Rudy Simone covers 22 common areas of confusion for someone

dating a female with AS and includes advice from her own experience and from

other partners in real relationships. She talks with humour and honesty about

the quirks and sensitivities that you may come across when getting to know your

partner. All the pivotal relationship landmarks are discussed, including the

first date, sex, and...more »

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> b.. A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome / Solution Focused

Approaches by E. Bliss and Genevieve Edmonds - A Self-Determined Future

with Asperger Syndrome presents an empowering, practical approach to helping

people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) to succeed at college, at work, at home and

in life. The authors highlight how treating AS as a `problem' is unproductive,

and advocate a solution focused approach which recognizes and uses the strengths

of people with AS to foster mutual respect and... more »

>

> c.. A Strange World †" Autism, Asperger's Syndrome and PDD-NOS / A Guide

for Parents, Partners, Professional Carers, and People with ASDs by e F.

Delfos - A Strange World is an intriguing and comprehensive guide to autistic

spectrum disorders presented from a new scientific perspective. Delfos's

biopsychological model provides a strong theoretical analysis of the nature of

autism and what problems it can cause. She offers practical advice on how to...

more

>

> d.. Adults on the Autism Spectrum Leave the Nest / Achieving Supported

Independence by - Children on the Autism Spectrum often grow up to

find they are unable to cope effectively with the challenges of adult life. This

book shows that, with the appropriate lifelong care from parents and carers, it

is possible for those with neurodevelopmental disabilities to achieve supported

independence and live fulfilling adult lives. more »

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> e.. Aspergirls / Empowering Females with Asperger Syndrome by Rudy Simone

Foreword by Liane Holliday Willey

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> f.. An Exact Mind: An Artist With Asperger Syndrome by Myers, Simon

Baron-Cohen and Sally Wheelwright

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> g.. Allow Me! A Guide to Promoting Communication Skills in Adults with

Developmental Delays by Irma D. Ruiter

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> h.. Asparagus Dreams by Peers

>

> i.. Asperger Meets Girl / Happy Endings for Asperger Boys by

Griffiths - Men with Asperger's Syndrome, young and old, experience difficulty

with social interaction, which can be a stumbling block when it comes to getting

a girlfriend. Here is a book that demystifies the enigma of 'relationships' by

explaining everything in Asperger-friendly terms (some of them mathematical,

naturally). more »

>

> j.. Asperger Syndrome - A Love Story by Hendrickx and Newton -

Open, honest and upbeat, this book gives personal insight into both the ups and

downs of an Asperger relationship. Seeking to challenge the bad press that

people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) get as partners, and tell their

story of how they are making it work - and also how they got it wrong - with

disarming frankness and humour. more »

>

> k.. Asperger Syndrome and Alcohol / Drinking to Cope? by Tinsley and

Hendrickx - Asperger Syndrome and Alcohol exposes the unexplored problem

of people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) using alcohol as a coping

mechanism to deal with everyday life. Alcohol can relieve the anxiety of social

situations and make those with ASDs feel as though they can fit in. Ultimately,

however, reliance on alcohol can lead the user down a path of self-destruction

and exacerbate... more »

>

> l.. Asperger's Syndrome and Sexuality From Adolescence through Adulthood By

Isabelle Hénault - Playing the dating game is often tricky: all the more so for

individuals with Asperger's Syndrome. How do AS adolescents and their families

cope with sexual feelings and behaviour? What help can be given if a man with AS

oversteps the mark in expressing his sexuality? How do people with AS deal with

intimacy and communication in sexual relationships? In this comprehensive and

unique guide,... more »

>

> m.. Asperger Syndrome and Social Relationships / Adults Speak Out about

Asperger Syndrome. Edited by Genevieve Edmonds and Luke Beardon - 'This book is

essential reading to understand the social abilities of adults with Asperger's

syndrome. The contributors each have different personalities and experiences,

but together they provide a range of strategies to encourage people with

Asperger's syndrome to achieve the social relationships they desire.' more »

>

> n.. Aspies on Mental Health / Speaking for Ourselves by Edited by Luke

Beardon and Dean Worton - People with Asperger Syndrome (AS) can be particularly

at risk of developing mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.

Here, adults with Asperger Syndrome speak out about their own experiences of

mental health issues, offering sound advice for other Aspies and providing

valuable insights for family, friends and also for mental health professionals.

more »

>

> o.. Autistics' Guide to Dating / A Book by Autistics, for Autistics and

Those Who Love Them or Who Are in Love with Them by Emilia Murry Ramey and Jody

Ramey - For people on the autism spectrum dating is so often an elusive art

form, requiring the very skills--in communication, and in social

perception--that don't come naturally to them. This book presents strategies for

overcoming social skills deficits and sensory issues, to make for relationship

success. more »

>

> p.. Autism -An Inside-Out Approach: An Innovative Look at the Mechanics of

'Autism' and Its Developmental 'Cousins' by Donna

>

> q.. Autism and Sensing : The Unlost Instinct by Donna

>

> r.. Autism All-Stars / How We Use Our Autism and Asperger Traits to Shine in

Life, Edited by Josie Santomauro - Looking at the positive influences, great

talents and unique thought processes of individuals with Autism Spectrum

Disorders, this book is a celebration of those who have used their autism to

shine in life. more »

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> s.. Awakenings by Oliver W. Sacks

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> t.. Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome

by M. Shore

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> u.. Build Your Own Life: A Self-Help Guide For Individuals With Asperger

Syndrome by Lawson / As someone with Asperger Syndrome, Lawson knows

all about the social difficulties that accompany the condition. In this book,

she guides others on the autism spectrum through the confusing... more

>

> v.. Children, Youth and Adults with Asperger Syndrome - Integrating Multiple

Perspectives by Edited by P. Stoddart. This book offers a comprehensive

overview of clinical, personal and research perspectives on Asperger Syndrome,

including contributions from parents and experts in the fields of psychology,

social work, psychiatry, genetics, sexology and vocational counselling. It

includes first-hand accounts... more

>

> w.. Congratulations; It's Asperger Syndrome by Jen Birch

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> x.. Connecting With Your Asperger Partner / Negotiating the Maze of Intimacy

by Louise Weston - Communication and intimacy can feel like a constant struggle

in relationships where one partner has Asperger Syndrome (AS). For the

neuro-typical partner (NT) in particular, this can be an endless source of

frustration, misunderstandings, and tears. more »

>

> y.. Concepts of Normality / The Autistic and Typical Spectrum by

Lawson - For those with autism, understanding 'normal' can be a difficult task.

For those without autism, the perception of 'normal' can lead to unrealistic

expectations of self and others. This book explores how individuals and society

understand 'normal', in order to help demystify and make accessible a full range

of human experience. more »

>

> z.. Discovering My Autism: Apologia Pro Vita Sua (With Apologies to Cardinal

Newman) by Edgar Schneider

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> aa.. Emergence: Labeled Autistic by Temple Grandin

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> ab.. Everyday Heaven: Journeys Beyond the Stereotypes of Autism by Donna

>

> a.. Review by N. Meyer

> ac.. Exploring Bullying with Adults with Autism and Asperger Syndrome / A

Photocopiable Workbook by Tickle and Bettina Stott - Bullying is a serious

and pervasive issue for people with autism and Asperger Syndrome. This

photocopiable workbook encourages adults who have been involved with bullying -

as either victims or perpetrators - to explore what bullying is, the effects it

can have and how it can be tackled successfully. more »

>

> ad.. Exposure Anxiety - The Invisible Cage: An Exploration of

Self-Protection Response in the Autism Spectrum by Donna

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> ae.. Families of Adults with Autism / Stories and Advice for the Next

Generation by Jane and Anne Van Rensselaer - Families of Adults with

Autism is a collection of real-life stories of people on the autism spectrum

growing up, as told by their parents and siblings. The individual accounts

explore the challenges that families of people with autism have faced, and the

techniques they have used to improve the quality of their children's lives, from

mega-doses of vitamins and dietary changes to intensive... more »

>

> af.. Finding Out About Asperger Syndrome, High-Functioning Autism and PDD by

Gunilla Gerland / 'Children and teenagers are different. Some have more

differences than others and may have difficulties with things such as

participating in group activities, or really understanding how other... more

>

> ag.. Fragile Success: Ten Autistic Children, Childhood to Adulthood by

Virginia Sperry, M.A. / This book presents ten longitudinal case studies

of individuals with autism and discusses the nature of childhood autism and

teaching children with autism. The studies involve students of the... more

>

> ah.. Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome / Understanding Adults on the

Autism Spectrum by Carol Hagland - Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome is a

practical, problem-solving guide for those caring for or supporting an adult

with Asperger Syndrome (AS). It will help them understand the condition and the

difficulties it may cause, so that they can offer support in the most beneficial

way. more »

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> ai.. Group Music Activities for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental

Disabilities / by Ramey - Musical games and activities can significantly

improve the social, emotional, cognitive and motor skills of adults with

intellectual and developmental disabilities. However, many music therapy

resources are written with children in mind, and it can be difficult to find

suitable age-appropriate activity ideas for adults. more »

>

> aj.. Love, Sex and Long-Term Relationships / What People with Asperger

Syndrome Really Really Want - What are the motivations and desires behind

relationship choices and sexual behaviour? Are they very different for those

with Asperger Syndrome (AS) than for anyone else? Does having extreme

sensitivity to physical touch or an above average need for solitude change one's

expectation of relationships or sexual experience? more »

>

> ak.. The Feeling’s Unmutual - Growing Up With Asperger Syndrome

(Undiagnosed) by Will Hadcrof'Recently the phrase " Asperger Syndrome " became

part of my vocabulary. It explains all the things my psychologist could not.'†"

Will Hadcroft

> What makes the Asperger child immerse himself in such things as Doctor Who

and The Incredible Hulk? In this honest and entertaining autobiographical...

more

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> al.. I Don't Want to Be Inside Me Anymore: Messages from Autistic Mind by

Birger Sellin, Klonovsky

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> am.. Laughter and Tears / Autism and Asperger Syndrome Through the Years by

Ann Hewetson - Laughter and Tears follows the life story of Mark, a young man

with autism, from birth to the age of 30, and is interwoven with observations of

the history of autism as it unfolds from its first diagnosis in 1943 to the

present day. Ann Hewetson's first-hand account of her son Mark's life with...

more

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> an.. Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism by Mike Stanton

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> ao.. Life & Learning with Autistic Spectrum Diffability by Lawson

>

> ap.. Life Behind Glass: A Personal Account of Autism Spectrum Disorder by

Lawson

>

> aq.. Like Color to the Blind by Donna

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> ar.. Nobody Nowhere by Donna

>

> as.. Overcoming Asperger's: Personal Experience & Insight by S.

Jr.

>

> at.. Pretending to be Normal: Living with Asperger's Syndrome by Liane

Holliday Willey, Tony Attwood

>

> au.. Relationship Development Intervention with Children, Adolescents and

Adults†" Social and Emotional Development Activities for Asperger Syndrome,

Autism, PDD and NLD by E. Gutstein and le K. Sheely

>

> av.. Right Address...Wrong Planet, Children With Asperger Syndrome Becoming

Adults by Gena P. Barnhill

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> aw.. Safety Skills for Asperger Women / How to Save a Perfectly Good Female

Life - Life with Asperger Syndrome can be a challenge at the best of times, and

trials and tribulations that neurotypicals take in their stride can leave Aspies

perplexed and unsure of how to solve problems and keep themselves safe, both

physically and emotionally. more »

>

> ax.. Somebody Somewhere: Breaking Free from the World of Autism by Donna

>

> ay.. Soon Will Come the Light: A View from Inside the Autism Puzzle by

A. McKean, et al

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> az.. Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat by Oliver Sacks

>

> ba.. Sex, Sexuality and the Autism Spectrum by Lawson - Written by an

‘insider', an openly gay autistic adult, Lawson writes frankly and

honestly about autism, sex and sexuality. In her new book, she draws upon her

own experience to examine the implications of being autistic on relationships,

sex and sexuality. Having discussed subjects such as... more

>

> bb.. Songs of the Gorilla Nation by Dawn Prince-

>

> bc.. ... New York Times Review - March 21, 2004

>

> bd.. Taking Responsibility: Good practice guidelines for services †" adults

with Asperger Syndrome by

>

> be.. The Myriad Gifts of Asperger's Syndrome by M. Ortiz - A

fascinating collection of real-life personal profiles, The Myriad Gifts of

Asperger's Syndrome focuses on the talents, abilities, and achievements of

individuals with Asperger's Syndrome (AS). Vaschel has a remarkable connection

with animals; can tell the weight of any item he lifts to the nearest

tenth of a pound; two-year-old Hannah detected a dangerously faulty

electrical... more »

>

> bf.. The Partner's Guide to Asperger Syndrome by J. Moreno, Marci

Wheeler and Kealah Parkinson - Adults with Asperger Syndrome (AS) often have

difficulties acquiring relationship skills due to the defining characteristics

of the syndrome, experiences with peers during childhood and adolescence, and

the expectations of their partners. However, an increasing number do go on to

achieve happy and successful long-term relationships with non-spectrum (NS)

partners. more

>

> bg.. The Passionate Mind / How People with Autism Learn by Lawson

> - In entirely accessible terms, Lawson lays out her groundbreaking

theory of Single Attention and Associated Cognition in Autism (SAACA), an

approach that explains autism in terms of the unique learning style of

individuals on the autism spectrum. more »

>

> bh.. Thinking in Pictures by Temple Grandin

>

> bi.. Through the Eyes of Aliens: A Book About Autistic People by Jasmine Lee

O'Neill

>

> bj.. Transition To Adulthood: A Resource for Assisting Young People with

Emotional or Behavioral Difficulties by Hewitt B. and ann

>

> bk.. Trueman Bradley - Aspie Detective by ei Maxim - Trueman

leaves his hometown of Heartville, Illinois, and arrives in New York City,

hoping to fulfil his dream of becoming a private detective, like his comic book

heroes. He is soon told that a guy with AS could not possibly succeed as a

detective. Undeterred, Trueman uses his exceptional... more

>

> bl.. Your Life is Not a Label: A Guide to Living Fully with Autism and

Asperger's Syndrome by Jerry Newport

>

> bm.. Understanding and Working With the Spectrum of Autism: An Insider's

View by Lawson

>

> bn.. Women from Another Planet: Our Lives in the Universe of Autism - Jean

Kearns , Editor

>

> bo.. Working with Adults with Asperger Syndrome / A Practical Toolkit by

Carol Hagland and Zillah Webb - Supporting someone with Aspergers Syndrome (AS)

can, at times, be frustrating and challenging. But a greater knowledge and

understanding of the problems facing people with AS can make a huge difference

to their lives. more

>

> bp.. Writers on the Spectrum / How Autism and Asperger Syndrome have

Influenced Literary Writing by Brown - From Hans Christian Andersen's

fairytale characters to Carroll's Wonderland and Dickinson's poetic

imagery, the writings and lives of some of the world's most celebrated authors

indicate signs of autism and Asperger's Syndrome. Through analysis of

biographies, autobiographies, letters and diaries, Professor Brown

identifies literary talents who display characteristics of... more »

>

> bq.. Your Life Is Not a Label by Jerry Newport

>

>

> Personal Accounts

>

> a.. ASPoetry / Illustrated poems from an Aspie Life by Lawson

> - Lawson's well-known poetry reflects the many aspects of a

life lived with Asperger's Syndrome. In this illustrated collection of poems and

short prose pieces, including some from her childhood and teenage years,

engages with her past and present, writing frankly about childhood,

self-discovery, adulthood and friendship. Her poetry also conveys the day-to-day

challenges

>

> b.. Asperger Syndrome - A Love Story by Hendrickx and

Newton - Open, honest and upbeat, this book gives personal insight into both the

ups and downs of an Asperger relationship. Seeking to challenge the bad press

that people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) get as partners, and tell

their story of how they are making it work - and also how they got it wrong -

with disarming frankness and humour. more »

>

> c.. Asperger Syndrome, the Universe and Everything by Hall

>

> d.. Autism-An Inside-Out Approach: An Innovative Look at the Mechanics

of 'Autism' and Its Developmental 'Cousins' by Donna

>

> e.. Autism and Me by Rory Hoy - Runner up in the Nasen and TES Special

Educational Needs Book Awards 2007

> Only people with autism truly know what it's like to be autistic - and

even then, every autistic individual is unique! This award-winning short film by

Rory Hoy, an 18-year-old filmmaker with autism, provides a privileged glimpse

into his autistic world, letting us take a journey through his everyday

experience and... more »

>

> f.. Autism and Sensing : The Unlost Instinct by Donna

>

> g.. Autistic Authors Booklist and Facts - a complete list by

autistics.org

> h.. Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger

Syndrome by M. Shore

> i.. Build Your Own Life: A Self-Help Guide for Individuals with

Asperger Syndrome by Lawson

> j.. Coming Out Asperger / Diagnosis, Disclosure and Self-Confidence.

Edited by Dinah Murray - Coming Out Asperger explores the complexity of

diagnosis for Asperger Syndrome, the drawbacks and benefits of disclosing a

diagnosis of a " hidden disability, " and how this impinges on self-esteem. The

contributors include some of the best-known and most exciting writers in the

field of Asperger Syndrome (AS) today, and include individuals on the autism

spectrum, parents and professionals.... more »

> k.. Concepts of Normality / The Autistic and Typical Spectrum by

Lawson - For those with autism, understanding 'normal' can be a difficult task.

For those without autism, the perception of 'normal' can lead to unrealistic

expectations of self and others. This book explores how individuals and society

understand 'normal', in order to help demystify and make accessible a full range

of human experience. more »

> l.. Crystalline Lifetime / Fragments of Asperger Syndrome by Luke

- 'This beautiful book is written by an astute 17 year-old with

Aspergers Syndrome. It tells some of his life story in his own poetic words; I

am sure many of you, with or without Aspergers, will relate to his poetry,

photography and illustrations. This book lets us gently into his world and

shares with us some of the challenges he faced as an adolescent on the autistic

spectrum.' more »

> m.. Discovering My Autism: Apologia Pro Vita Sua (With Apologies to

Cardinal Newman) by Edgar Schneider

> n.. Do You Understand Me? / My Life, My Thoughts, My Autism Spectrum

Disorder by Sofie Koborg Brøsen - Sofie Koborg Br�sen is eleven years old

and, like other children of her age, goes to a mainstream school, loves reading

comics and being with her family and her cat, Teddy. But Sofie is not the same

as everyone else - she has autism spectrum disorder. Fed up with being

misunderstood by her classmates, she has written a book about her world so

others can learn to understand her, and vice versa. more »

> o.. Emergence: Labeled Autistic by Temple Grandin

> p.. Exposure Anxiety - The Invisible Cage: An Exploration of

Self-Protection Response in the Autism Spectrum by Donna

> q.. Everyday Heaven: Journeys Beyond the Stereotypes of Autism by

Donna

>

> r.. Friendships / The Aspie Way by Lawson - People with

Asperger's Syndrome have difficulty with interpersonal relationships, yet are

well known to be loyal and dependable friends. Lawson felt she had a knack

for upsetting people and was surprised to be told that she 'did friendship

rather well'. In her frank and thoughtful analysis of what makes and breaks

friendships, she explores what it means to have friends or be a friend -... more

»

>

> s.. I Don't Want to Be Inside Me Anymore: Messages from Autistic Mind

by Birger Sellin, Klonovsky

>

> t.. Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism by Mike Stanton

>

> u.. Life & Learning with Autistic Spectrum Diffability by Lawson

>

> v.. Life Behind Glass: A Personal Account of Autism Spectrum Disorder

by Lawson

>

> w.. Like Color to the Blind by Donna

>

> x.. Nobody Nowhere by Donna

>

> y.. Overcoming Asperger’s: Personal Experience and Insight by

S.

>

> z.. Pretending to be Normal: Living with Asperger's Syndrome by Liane

Holliday Willey, Tony Attwood

>

> aa.. Songs of the Gorilla Nation by Dawn Prince-

>

> ab.. ... New York Times Review - March 21, 2004

>

> ac.. Soon Will Come the Light: A View from Inside the Autism Puzzle by

A. McKean, et al

>

> ad.. Somebody Somewhere: Breaking Free from the World of Autism by

Donna

>

> ae.. Standing Up Falling Down - Asperger's Syndrome from the Inside

Out by Nita

>

> af.. The Jumbled Jigsaw / An Insider's Approach to the Treatment of

Autistic Spectrum `Fruit Salads' by Donna - The Jumbled Jigsaw exposes

autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) not as single entities but as a combination of

a whole range of often untreated, sometimes easily treatable, underlying

conditions. Exploring everything from mood, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive and

tic disorders to information processing and sensory perceptual difficulties,

including dependency issues, identity problems and much... more »

>

> ag.. The Love-Shy Survival Guide by Talmer Shockley - 'In his

groundbreaking book, Talmer Shockley (himself a love-shy individual) presents a

thoroughly accessible and motivating read for those suffering from

love-shyness... Pay attention to his words of wisdom. They will help you find

the partner that you so richly deserve' more »

>

> ah.. The Myriad Gifts of Asperger's Syndrome by M. Ortiz - A

fascinating collection of real-life personal profiles, The Myriad Gifts of

Asperger's Syndrome focuses on the talents, abilities, and achievements of

individuals with Asperger's Syndrome (AS). Vaschel has a remarkable connection

with animals; can tell the weight of any item he lifts to the nearest

tenth of a pound; two-year-old Hannah detected a dangerously faulty

electrical... more »

>

> ai.. Thinking in Pictures and Other Reports From My Life With Autism

by Temple Grandin

>

> aj.. Through the Eyes of Aliens: A Book About Autistic People by

Jasmine Lee O'Neill

>

> ak.. Understanding and Working With the Spectrum of Autism: An

Insider's View by Lawson

>

> al.. Your Life is Not a Label: A Guide to Living Fully with Autism and

Asperger's

>

> am.. Women from Another Planet: Our Lives in the Universe of Autism -

Kearns , Editor Syndrome by Jerry Newport

>

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