Lights in the Darkness

This week we are celebrating the publication of a groundbreaking (and brilliant) anthology written and edited by nonspeaking autistic writers. Here is an excerpt from Amelia Bell’s foreword, which gives a nod to how the book emerged from an online peer advocacy group called Forging Friendships: “These essays offer a glimpse of the amazing individuals, the real selves, that are revealed in our weekly meetings. Freed from the implications of your initial impressions, we welcome you to peek into the lives of humans who have enormous passions and possibilities.”

Each week for the next month, we will be highlighting another excerpt from this anthology. And if you want to get started on holiday presents, it’s finally available for order!

If you need any more encouragement, check out best-selling author (and nonspeaker ally) Angie Kim’s words: “Lights in the Darkness is an extraordinary, revelatory, and deeply moving book that everyone should read. Written with a remarkable level of passion, intimacy, and grace, the essays in this anthology will expand your understanding of neurodivergence—of humanity itself. This is a book to treasure and share with loved ones.”