UBC Press proudly distributes Jessica Kingsley Publishers in Canada. A selection of JKP titles are available on our website. If you're interested in a title not available on our website, please contact us or our distributor, UTP Distribution.
Jessica Kingsley Publishers (JKP) is a wholly independent company, committed to publishing books that make a difference.
The company was founded in 1987 in London by Jessica Kingsley and has grown since then to now publish over 250 books a year. JKP is known for long established lists on the autism spectrum, social work, and arts therapies. More recently they have published extensively in the fields of mental health, counselling, palliative care, and practical theology. JKP has a range of graphic novels across these subject areas, and books for children, on issues including bereavement, depression and anger. In 2016, JKP was awarded Independent Academic, Educational and Professional Publisher of the Year by the British Book Industry Awards.
In 2006 a new imprint, Singing Dragon, was born.
Trueman Bradley: Aspie Detective
Trueman Bradley – Aspie Detective is a fantasy adventure that will capture the imagination of anyone interested in Asperger's Syndrome.
The Partner's Guide to Asperger Syndrome
Written from personal experiences by three women married to men on the Autism Spectrum who interviewed over a hundred people in their situation, this book explores all the common areas of difficultly in an Asperger and non-spectrum relationship from both perspectives.
Autism All-Stars
How We Use Our Autism and Asperger Traits to Shine in Life
Writers from around the world - including Temple Grandin, Donna Williams, Deborah Lipsky, and Wendy Lawson -- share their experiences of creating a successful life on the autism spectrum.
Nurturing Adoptions
Creating Resilience after Neglect and Trauma
Provides professionals with the knowledge they need on neglect and trauma and how to help adoptive families.
Gardening for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Special Educational Needs
Engaging with Nature to Combat Anxiety, Promote Sensory Integration and Build Social Skills
A practical introduction to using gardening with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and special needs to teach valuable social, emotional and sensory skills.
Starving the Anger Gremlin
A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook on Anger Management for Young People
This imaginative workbook shows young people how to starve their anger gremlin and control their anger effectively.
The Asperger Children's Toolkit
This handy volume explores key issues children with AS encounter, and includes interactive games and activities to promote mutual understanding.
Can I tell you about Epilepsy?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
This illustrated book is full of useful information and will be an ideal introduction to epilepsy for children from the age of 7.
Asperkids
An Insider's Guide to Loving, Understanding and Teaching Children with Asperger Syndrome
Direct Work with Vulnerable Children
Playful Activities and Strategies for Communication
The ability to build a trusting relationship is essential when working with vulnerable children. Through the use of numerous engaging games and activities developed over 20 years of working with abused and neglected children, this book shows how these lines of communication can be opened up through effective engagement with the child's world.