What I Want to Talk About
Life, Autism and the Magic of Special Interests
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In What I Want to Talk About, hugely popular autism advocate Pete Wharmby takes readers on a journey through his special interests, illuminating the many challenges of the autistic experience along the way. Funny, revealing, celebratory and powerful in equal measure, this is a book that will resonate with the adult autistic community.
About this Author
Pete Wharmby is an English teacher and autism advocate. Pete was diagnosed with Autism as an adult and is focused on increasing awareness of what Autism is and breaking down Myths that surround the condition. He has spoken at the National Autistic Society Professional Conference and lives in the UK.
Reviews
This engaging, witty, and bracingly honest book brings to light the life-giving passion and intensity of autistic 'special interests,' describing with the vividness of lived experience the distinctive ways that autistic people explore and make sense of the world.
This book is a gift to us all. Pete not only provides incredible insight for anyone wishing to understand autism, but as an autistic person, I found an empowering sense of belonging and comfort in his writing. The existence of this book will make the world a better place.
In a spectacular debut, Pete Wharmby perfectly translates the autistic experience with effortless wit, warmth and flair. Through the lens of his passions and interests, Pete articulates the messy, confusing and often beautiful way autistic brains work. It is essential reading for everyone who may encounter an autistic person (so, literally everyone) and is certain to become a definitive classic on the subject.
A deeply personal autistic insight into Hyperfixation at first glance, this book is that and much, much more. I felt as if I lived parts of his life with him, such is the richness of Pete's words; but around many of the humorous and delightful narrative corners came a contrasting shock of how being autistic in an unforgiving world can feel. A superb read from beginning to end.
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