Sunday, March 17, 2019

Autism Picture Book Author Interview


Hi Sue, Welcome to my blog, Im happy meet you and introduce you to my readers. Your picture book looks to fill an interesting niche and I am curious to learn more about what inspired it. Lets get started.

Title, genre, format (ebook, paperback):
Just Elliot
Children’s illustrated story book
Hardcover, ebook, ibook

Tell me about your book/story:
Jump into the head of six-year-old Elliot, a boy with autism, and see what it’s like to navigate life on the spectrum.
This beautifully illustrated, lively story will give insight to neuro-typical children and the people who love them, into the challenges their friends may be facing. We hope this book will encourage understanding and acceptance of children who may act a little differently.
The book includes resource materials and discussion questions.


What is the one thing youd like people to know about the book or the story:
Just Elliot is based upon the experiences of a real boy with autism, with a special foreword by Temple Grandin.


What has the reaction been to the book, is it making a difference in the conversation about autism:
To date, we have addressed about 1800 school children, grades K-5, with a discussion of autism, bullying and acceptance. We read the book and entertain questions and are continually amazed by the awareness of autism by young children. There has been a very enthusiastic response by students, teachers, librarians and parents who have attended the presentations.
Last April we were interviewed on Colorado Public Radio about the book during Autism Acceptance Month (previously known as Autism Awareness Month) and received rave reviews!


Where can people find your book:
Amazon
Book stores
From the publisher: bearpawprint@gmail.com

Any links and/or pictures you want to share:
Ibook: http://itunes.apple. com/us/book/id1356991834

Thank you! 

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