Spectrums
Autistic Transgender People in Their Own Words
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This collection of personal essays examines the intersection of autism and gender diversity. Written by trans autistic people from across the globe, these stories highlight their varied experiences of coming out, college and university life, accessing healthcare, physical transition, friendships and relationships, sexuality, pregnancy, parenting, and late life self-discovery.
Weaving memories, poems and first-person narratives together, Spectrums provides a springboard for discussion around the similarities and differences of being gender diverse and on the autism spectrum, and how autistic traits manifest in tandem with gender identity.
Essential reading for anyone interested in the overlap between autism and gender identity, as well as professionals working in gender identity services and autism, this vital anthology is an enlightening look at life on the spectrums.
About this Author
Maxfield Sparrow is a trans masculine author and speaker on the autism spectrum. They have previously published No You Don't: Essays from an Unstrange Mind and The ABCs of Autism Acceptance (Autonomous Press) and run a popular blog called 'Unstrange Mind'. They have published a number of articles on the overlap of autism and trans identity and run training and workshops. They are based in Colorado, USA.
Reviews
This beautifully written collection of autistic and gender intersectional experiences is challenging, heartbreaking, emotive and mind blowing. There is one theme: My autistic experience of gender and sexuality is valid. Personally, I relate so well to the various experiences echoed in the book. The intersectionalilty of neurodivergence and gender difference leads to a life unforetold and it's time these voices were heard, understood and accommodated.
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