Being Autistic (And What That Actually Means)

Name: Being Autistic (And What That Actually Means)
Brand: Hachette UK
Availability: InStock
Author: Niamh Garvey
ISBN: 9781399838139

Author: Niamh Garvey

Narrator: Angus King, Nicola Vincent

Unabridged: 1 hr 39 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: John Murray

Published: 06/25/2026

Categories: Children's Nonfiction, Disabilities, Social Topics, Emotions & Feelings, Self-esteem & Self-reliance

Synopsis

You're autistic - but what does that really mean?

Welcome to the ultimate guide to understanding who you are and what it means to be autistic!

Explore what it means to be autistic and discover the differences between sensory seekers and avoiders, why you might find some things super easy and other things extra challenging and even begin to understand and navigate all of your big (and small) feelings.

Best of all, learn what makes you totally unique. You might just come away with some cool facts to share with your friends and family!

About Niamh Garvey

Niamh Garvey is an autistic author and editor of books for both children and adults. She is passionate about advocating for improved awareness and acceptance of neurodivergence, especially autism. She previously worked as nurse and has a Diploma in Autism Studies from University College Cork. She lives in Cork with her husband, three neurodivergent children, a handful of hens and some goldfish.

About Rebecca Burgess

Rebecca Burgess is a comic artist and illustrator working in the UK, creating award winning published and small press work. Along with drawing comics for their day job, Rebecca also loves drawing webcomics in their free time. Being autistic, they are particularly passionate about bringing more autistic characters into stories! Outside of drawing and cuddling their cat, Rebecca also loves playing RPGs with friends, going on deep dives into history and growing vegetables in their humble Bristol garden.

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