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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.

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Fat and Queer

An Anthology of Queer and Trans Bodies and Lives

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A radical, first of its kind anthology exploring the intersection of fat and queer identities.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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ADHD Is Our Superpower

The Amazing Talents and Skills of Children with ADHD

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An empowering kids' guide to all aspects of an ADHD diagnosis.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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Touch is Really Strange

By Steve Haines; Illustrated by Sophie Standing
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A science-based graphic medicine comic exploring touch as a fundamental human experience, and why it is essential for health

  • Copyright year: 2021
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Top To Bottom

A Memoir and Personal Guide Through Phalloplasty

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A witty, practical and insightful memoir and guide to the emotional and physical journey of having phalloplasty.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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Queerly Autistic

The Ultimate Guide For LGBTQIA+ Teens On The Spectrum

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An inspiring survival guide for autistic LGBTQIA+ teens, sharing experience and advice oncoming out, consent, staying safe in relationships, communicating with family members, finding a community and practicing self-care.

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Mission Dyslexia

Find Your Superpower and Be Your Brilliant Self

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Fun illustrated book to improve self-esteem in dyslexic kids aged 7-11 and support them to develop their own strategies for learning through self-understanding.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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Living at the Speed of Light

Navigating Life with Bipolar Disorder, from Depression to Mania and Everything in Between

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A no-nonsense guide to living with bipolar disorder, combining practical advice and the author's lived experience.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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Yoga Therapy for Diabetes

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Manual for yoga therapists and yoga teachers on using yoga therapy for people with diabetes.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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What I Do To Get Through

How To Run, Swim, Cycle, Sew, or Sing Your Way Through Depression

Foreword by Cathy Rentzenbrink; Edited by Olivia Sagan and James Withey
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Honest personal accounts of the different hobbies or activities that helped individuals overcome or manage their depression.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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The Nervous Knight

A Story about Overcoming Worries and Anxiety

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A gently humorous, illustrated picture book for ages 5+ telling the story of a nervous knight's anxiety and how they learn to overcome it.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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My Intense Emotions Handbook

Manage Your Emotions and Connect Better with Others

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2021
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Hell Yeah Self-Care!

A Trauma-Informed Workbook

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An activity-based reflective journal to build self-care into your daily life.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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Sylvia and Marsha Start a Revolution!

The Story of the Trans Women of Color Who Made LGBTQ+ History

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A picture book about the trans women of colour who started an LGBTQ+ revolution.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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The Trans Self-Care Workbook

A Coloring Book and Journal for Trans and Non-Binary People

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A colouring book and journal for the trans and non-binary community, with practical advice and creative exercises to promote wellbeing.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Riley the Brave - The Little Cub with Big Feelings!

Help for Cubs Who Have Had A Tough Start in Life

By Jessica Sinarski; Illustrated by Zachary Kline
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Picture book for children who have experienced trauma, to help them understand and cope with their feelings.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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In Their Shoes

Navigating Non-Binary Life

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A fun and feisty guide to living your best non-binary life, written by a rising star in the trans community.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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All Cats Are on the Autism Spectrum

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Fresh, fun update to this classic bestseller, which playfully explains autism through pictures of cats.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Talking Consent

16 Workshops on Relationship and Sexual Education for Schools and Other Youth Settings

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Activities and workshops to facilitate discussion with young people around consent, sex and related topics.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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How to Be Ace

A Memoir of Growing Up Asexual

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A humorous and honest graphic memoir of growing up and navigating life as asexual.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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The Parent’s Guide to Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Your Questions Answered

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This parenting guide to ODD offers expert information on your child's condition, provides insight and empathy to what they are going through, and equips and empowers you to make practical changes in your parenting approaches.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Spectrums

Autistic Transgender People in Their Own Words

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This collection of personal essays examines the intersection of autism and gender diversity. Written by trans autistic people from across the globe, these stories highlight their varied experiences of coming out, college and university life, accessing healthcare, physical transition, friendships and relationships, sexuality, pregnancy, parenting, and late life self-discovery.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Gender Explorers

Our Stories of Growing Up Trans and Changing the World

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

In this life-affirming, heartening and refreshing collection of interviews, young trans people offer valuable insight and advice into what has helped them to flourish and feel happy in their experience of growing up trans.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Take It as a Compliment

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

After interviewing and receiving anonymous messages from women and men across the globe who have experienced sexual abuse and harassment, Maria Stoian has illustrated their experiences in this powerful collective graphic memoir to express the complex emotions felt by victims of sexual abuse and explore what needs to change.

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Superparenting!

Boost Your Therapeutic Parenting Through Ten Transformative Steps

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Transform your parenting and support your child's behaviour using Dr. Elliott's 10 superparenting steps

  • Copyright year: 2021
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The Ice Cream Sundae Guide to Autism

An Interactive Kid’s Book for Understanding Autism

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This is a book for children aged 7-11 that explains the different ways autistic brains work. The book uses ice cream flavours to represent various aspects of autism such as difficulties with language, social interaction and rigidity of thinking. It includes illustrations and workbook activities to help children cement their understanding of autism.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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The Every Body Book

The LGBTQ+ Inclusive Guide for Kids about Sex, Gender, Bodies, and Families

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An illustrated LGBTQ+ inclusive kid's guide to sex, gender and relationships education that includes children and families of all genders and sexual orientations, covering puberty, hormones, consent, sex, pregnancy and safety.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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The Bigger Picture Book of Amazing Dyslexics and the Jobs They Do

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Funny and beautifully designed, packed with photos, this book puts amazing dyslexics and the jobs they do under the spotlight. The reader draws inspiration and insight from the stories which highlight the dyslexics' low and high points, people who inspired them, their coping strategies, strengths, eureka moments and advice to younger selves.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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My Trans Parent

A User Guide For When Your Parent Transitions

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

When a parent transitions, the whole family transitions. Providing tips and advice, information on gender identity and transitioning, and a wealth of real-life stories, this book will guide you through your relative's transition, and your own.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Life Will Never Be Dull

The Little Book of Autism Adventures

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A light-hearted illustrated book that depicts the everyday (and occasionally exceptional!) experiences of raising a child with autism. The charming pictures and wise words within are a source of comfort, solidarity and humour for all autistic families.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Launching Your Autistic Youth to Successful Adulthood

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This book addresses the concerns parents of autistic teenagers may have as their child transitions to adult life. It explores specific aspects of adult life such as independence, employment and social life, and offers practical solutions for common transition-related challenges such as finding suitable living arrangements and financial planning.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Being a Super Trans Ally!

A Creative Workbook and Journal for Young People

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

The ultimate toolkit for any young person aged 10+ to help them become an ally who listens, supports and advocates for their trans, non-binary and gender expansive friends and family.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Autism, Bullying and Me

The Really Useful Stuff You Need to Know About Coping Brilliantly with Bullying

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This accessible guide for autistic children and teens is full of advice for coping successfully with bullying. It helps the reader understand what bullying is and debunks myths such as 'bullying makes you stronger'. It also lays out self-empowering strategies and practical tips on how to deal with situations where they are being bullied.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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The Kids’ Guide to Getting Your Words on Paper

Simple Stuff to Help You Develop the Skills and Strength for Writing

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This fun guide supports kids age 7-12 to take control of their own writing difficulties, through worksheets and activities for building strength, coordination and stamina. As their skills improve, so too will their confidence and attainment. Illustrated throughout and with a quiz and handy checklists to track progress.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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The Can-Do Kid's Journal

Discover Your Confidence Superpower!

By Sue Atkins; Illustrated by Amy Bradley
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This journal will help kids feel more confident, relaxed and happy in all aspects of their life. Adorned with fun illustrations, it is designed to develop a can-do attitude that encourages 'having a go', accepting that mistakes might be made along the way. From this, kids can develop the mindset to take the small steps needed to make big dreams come true.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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The Awesome Autistic Go-To Guide

A Practical Handbook for Autistic Teens and Tweens

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This is a workbook for young people aged 10-14 on the autism spectrum. It encourages teens and tweens to identify their strengths, suggests how they can develop their identity, and celebrates neurodiversity. It also has tips for managing tricky situations such as anxiety and meltdowns, as well as fun activities and interactive sections.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Non-Binary Lives

An Anthology of Intersecting Identities

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This wide-ranging and powerful collection of essays gathers together leading non-binary figures to explore how their gender identities intersect with multiple aspects of other identities including race, class, age, sexuality, faith, community, family, disability and health.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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The Story Within - Myth and Fairy Tale in Therapy

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This creative arts therapies approach involves clients choosing a character from myth or fairy tale as a way of working with unconscious personal material. Suitable for therapeutic group work and individual use, this practical, step-by-step resource includes guidelines on the process, conceptual background information, and clinical case vignettes.

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XOXY

A Memoir (Intersex Woman, Mother, Activist)

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This provocative and life-affirming memoir, by one of the world's foremost intersex activists, charts the author's journey from discovering she is intersex through to self-acceptance and becoming an international human rights defender, and the impact this has had on her personal and family life.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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The Spectrum Girl's Survival Guide

How to Grow Up Awesome and Autistic

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

The ultimate advice guide for autistic teenage girls, written by an award-winning autistic teen campaigner. With practical tips on friendships, dating, mental health, bullying and school life to help you overcome any challenge.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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College on the Autism Spectrum

A Parent's Guide to Students' Mental Health and Wellbeing

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Advice for parents helping a child on the autism spectrum prepare for and attend college. Covers everything from academic trials, social links and independent living through to mental health, sensory issues and student services, this book provides skills for parent and child to allow teens to navigate the complex world of college independently.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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