S2: EP33: I'm Not Weird!
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Today, I have the pleasure to speak with Kelly Coons who is an Autistic Author writing about Autistic protagonists. Her book \\u2018All Ways\\u2019 was released in April 2021.
\\nKelly is also an autism advocate. Before she was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at the age of thirteen, she had a coming-of-age story that was mostly deemed as neurotypical. However, she always felt isolated and, until her diagnosis, believed that she was to blame. After her diagnosis, she became passionate about disability advocacy and promoting Autistic pride.
\\nKelly has such a vibrant and passionate spirit. When she\\u2019s not writing, you may find her playing Dungeons & Dragons or wanting to escape into the Pokemon universe.
\\nWe talk about and what you will learn:
\\n\\u27a4Her childhood and its challenges
\\n\\u27a4Autism and how to learn about it
\\n\\u27a4Advice for parents
\\n\\u27a4Advice for children with autism
\\n\\u27a4Why she wrote her book and the process
\\n\\u27a4Being open to opportunities
\\n\\u27a4Her future plans
\\nPlus much more\\u2026\\u2026 lots of advice throughout.
\\nResource mentioned:
\\nAutism Heals
\\nBy Jennifer O\\u2019Toole
\\nKelly's details:
\\nKellycoons.weebly.com
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