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.
Black Again
Losing and Reclaiming My Racial Identity
A memoir exploring the psychological impact of cultural assimilation and internalized racism.
- Copyright year: 2023
Hopeless Aromantic
First guide on aromanticism, the lesser-known cousin of asexuality.
- Copyright year: 2023
Facing Mighty Fears About Making Mistakes
- Copyright year: 2023
Exploring and Working With Autistic Regression
- Copyright year: 2023
Zensations
Children's book by two award-winning authors and psychologists on the mindfulness practice of a body scan.
- Copyright year: 2023
You Are Unstoppable!
How to Understand Your Feelings about Climate Change and Take Positive Action Together
- Copyright year: 2023
So, I'm Autistic
Introduction to autism for teenagers/young adults new to the diagnosis, written by a peer with lived experience.
- Copyright year: 2023
Planning Your Career Through Intense Interests
Leading autistic advocates Yenn Purkis and Barb Cook use their first-hand knowledge to help autistic young people find their place in the world of work. Using the power of special and intense interests to find your way, plan your career and do something that you truly enjoy.
My Unique ADHD World
I am great at thinking quickly! I have a great sense of humour! What are you really great at? I have trouble finishing my homework... I get distracted easily... Do similar things happen to you? Learn more about ADHD and what it means for you, with fun facts that you can share with your family and teachers too.
It's Totally Normal!
An LGBTQIA inclusive relationship and sex education guide written specifically for queer teens.
- Copyright year: 2023
The Mindful Magician and the Trip to Feelings Town
Tips and Tricks to Help the Youngest Readers Regulate their Emotions and Senses
A fun packed self-regulation picture book from bestselling author and occupational therapist Lauren Brukner, The Mindful Magician takes the child reader on a journey to meet five kids experiencing strong emotions and interoceptive feelings. Through the magic of self-regulation strategies, children will learn many ways to manage them.
The Educator’s Experience of Pathological Demand Avoidance
An Illustrated Guide to Pathological Demand Avoidance and Learning
Written by PDA and autism expert, Laura Kerbey and illustrated by the popular Eliza Fricker, this short guide gives you everything you need to understand PDA and how to make your teaching style and learning environment PDA friendly.
Pride and Joy
A Story About Becoming an LGBTQIA+ Ally
- Copyright year: 2023
Ace and Aro Journeys
A Guide to Embracing Your Asexual or Aromantic Identity
- Copyright year: 2023
Accepting Gender
An ACT Workbook for Trans and Non-Binary People
- Copyright year: 2023
Success with Sensory Supports
The ultimate guide to using sensory diets, movement breaks, and sensory circuits at school
For those looking to support children’s sensory needs in school settings, this is an essential guide to harnessing the full powers of sensory supports. Features personal anecdotes from Kim, links to further reading, reflective questions, teacher perspectives as well as practical examples, to guarantee success.