Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2009
Anything But Typical
An autistic boy fears his true self won't be seen by a potential friend.
208 pages· 35,780 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 8,484 ratings
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Summary: Jason, a twelve-year-old autistic boy, navigates a world where he often feels out of place. Writing online offers him solace and connection, especially with PhoenixBird, a fellow storyteller. As Jason dreams of meeting her, he fears she might only see his autism, not his true self. Will their friendship survive the reality of meeting face-to-face, or will Jason's fears come true? This heartfelt journey explores the challenges of fitting in and the courage it takes to reveal one's true identity.

