21 New Autism-Related Books Releasing in 2015

According to the CDC, "Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability" occurring in 1 in 68 births in the United States. Meaning, chances are you or someone you know is affected in some way by this disability's increased prevalence. As a society we are hungry for knowledge and desperate for a cure. Regardless of your personal views, we all want to know more and if you are looking for the newest book releases focusing on Autism Spectrum Disorder, this list is for you. These selections span every age and give insight to multiple aspects of the autism spectrum. I've supplied the links to their Edelweiss and Goodreads pages for access to summaries, author bios, and additional links. If you are a book blogger, let me know if you feature a review of any of the books on this list and I will post your link to the corresponding release. Otherwise, keep your eye out for these books and order the already released features from your favorite bookstore or library. Also, consider pre-ordering for yourself, to give as a gift to someone you know that is looking for more information, or donate a selection to a nearby school or library.

January

1/21: Tomas Loves...: A rhyming book about fun, friendship - and autism by Jude Welton and Jane Telford (Edelweiss and Goodreads summaries)

February

2/2: An Aspergers Guide to Public Speaking: How to Excel at Public Speaking for Professionals with Autism Spectrum Disorder by Rosalind A. Bergemann (Edelweiss summary)

2/6: Asanas for Autism and Special Needs : Yoga to Help Children with their Emotions, Self-Regulation and Body Awareness by Shawnee Thornton Hardy (Edelweiss summary)

2/21: The Essential Manual for Asperger Syndrome (ASD) in the Classroom : What Every Teacher Needs to Know by Kathy Hoopmann and Rebecca Houkamau (Edelweiss and Goodreads summaries)

2/21: Autism from Diagnostic Pathway to Intervention : Checklists to Support Diagnosis, Analysis for Target-Setting and Effective Intervention Strategies by Kate Ripley (Edelweiss summary)

2/21: Overcoming Anxiety and Depression on the Autism Spectrum : A Self-Help Guide Using CBT by Lee Wilkinson (Edelweiss and Goodreads summaries)

2/21: Can I tell you about Pathological Demand Avoidance syndrome?: A guide for friends, family and professionals by Ruth Fidler and Phil Christie, Illustrated by Jonathon Powell (Edelweiss and Goodreads summaries)

March

3/1: Autism and the Extended Family: A Guide for People Who Love Someone with Autism by Raun Melmed (Edelweiss and Goodreads summaries) [**I reviewed this release for Scottsdale Lifestyle magazine (where the author resides) and will post the link as soon as the article publishes**]

3/21: From Here to Maternity : Pregnancy and Motherhood on the Autism Spectrum by Lana Grant (Edelweiss summary)

3/21: The Growing Up Book for Boys : What Boys on the Autism Spectrum Need to Know! by Margaret Anne Suggs and Davida Hartman (Edelweiss summary)

3/21: The Growing Up Guide for Girls : What Girls on the Autism Spectrum Need to Know! by Davida Hartman and Margaret Anne Suggs (Edelweiss summary)

3/21: A Pony in the Bedroom: A Journey through Asperger's, Assault, and Healing with Horses by Susan Dunne and Liane Holliday Willey (Edelweiss summary)

April

4/2: I am an Aspie Girl: A book for young girls with autism spectrum conditions by Danuta Bulhak-Paterson and Teresa Ferguson (Edelweiss summary)

4/7: 101 Tips for the Parents of Girls with Autism: The Most Crucial Things You Need to Know About Diagnosis, Doctors, Schools, Taxes, Vaccinations, Babysitters, Treatment, Food, Self-Care, and More by Tony Lyons and Kim Stagliano (Edelweiss and Goodreads summaries)

4/7: 101 Tips for the Parents of Boys with Autism: The Most Crucial Things You Need to Know About Diagnosis, Doctors, Schools, Taxes, Vaccinations, Babysitters, Treatment, Food, Self-Care, and More by Ken Siri (Edelweiss and Goodreads summaries)

4/21: Sisterhood of the Spectrum : An Asperger Chick's Guide to Life by Jennifer Cook O'Toole and Anne-Louise Richards (Edelweiss summary)

May

5/21: Women and Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Understanding Life Experiences from Early Childhood to Old Age by Sarah Hendrickx (Edelweiss summary)