Respecting My Grandson’s Feelings in Autism on a Shoestring Budget
Publishing Autism on a Shoestring Budget two years ago was a milestone for me, and I was proud to use my grandson’s preschool photo on the cover—a picture we both loved. But after he saw it in print, he started flipping the book over, quietly avoiding the cover. Eventually, he explained that he didn’t like seeing his face on the cover. I understood that, while he had initially been okay with it, his feelings had changed.
To respect his feelings and ensure he’s comfortable with every part of this journey, I decided to change the cover to something more neutral. While the outside of the book may look different, the content remains the same and is still focused on providing effective, affordable support for autistic children and their families.
I also lowered the price to make the book more affordable for all. If you are a parent or caregiver of an autistic child or are teaching autistic children, I hope you will have a look!