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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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Step by Step Help for Children with ADHD

A Self-Help Manual for Parents 2nd edition

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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Neurodiversity and Leadership

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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Talking the Talk About Autism

How to share and tell your story

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Disclosing an autism diagnosis is an issue that pops up throughout people’s lives. This insightful book by leading autism advocate Haley Moss unpacks the challenges that disclosure presents at different stages from how to talk about autism with younger children and disclosing a child’s diagnosis, through to self-advocacy as an adult.

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Selling Out the Spectrum

How Science Lost the Trust of Autistic People, and How It Can Win It Back

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

How did we get here and what happens now? Tackling the big questions in relation to autism and science, this book examines the problematic relationship between scientific research and disability, the controversial history of studies into the condition, and what science can do to restore faith in its practices for the autistic community.

  • Copyright year: 2024
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Ready Eddie Go! The Birthday Party

Finding out about parties with friends!

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Part of the Ready, Eddie, Go! series, based on the TV show of the same name, in this book Eddie goes to his friend Nina’s birthday party. He finds out what to expect at parties, as well as what he can do if they start to become a bit overwhelming. Eddie has a lot of fun with his friends!

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Ready Eddie Go! Painting

Having fun with mess and mistakes!

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Part of the Ready, Eddie, Go! series, based on the TV show of the same name, in this book Eddie tries some painting - and finds out that its ok to get messy and to make mistakes. Art is all about enjoying yourself and having fun!

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Ready Eddie Go! New Haircut

Knowing what to expect at the hairdressers!

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Part of the Ready, Eddie, Go! series, based on the TV show of the same name, in this book Eddie gets his hair cut. He learns what to expect at the barbers, and that getting his hair cut can be fun!

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Ready Eddie Go! Dressing Up

Playing pretend and trying new ideas!

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Part of the Ready, Eddie, Go! series, based on the TV show of the same name, in this book Eddie plays dressing up with his friends, and finds out pretending can be fun rather than scary!

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Ready Eddie Go! Boardgames

Learning all about winning and losing!

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Part of the Ready, Eddie, Go! series, based on the TV show of the same name, in this book Eddie plays boardgames with his friends. He finds out about winning and losing, and how you can manage all the emotions that come with playing together.

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Autistic Adulting

Real World Guidance for Autistic Adults and Allies

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Through personal experience, helpful tips, affirmations, and more, in this guide autistic self-advocate Callum Stephen Howes aims to empower autistic individuals and educate allies. This invaluable resource suggests practical ways autistic adults can navigate and overcome hurdles they may encounter, and provides tips on how allies can support them.

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All About PDA

An Insight Into Pathological Demand Avoidance

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An enjoyable and highly informative introduction to the world of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), accompanied by entertaining images of animals in the author’s popular style. This is the perfect overview of a little-understood and evolving condition, written for both PDA-ers, and those who support them.

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A Different Kind of Parenting

Neurodivergent families finding a way through together

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

In this honest, heart-warming and supportive new book, The Sunday Times bestselling author and illustrator Eliza Fricker lifts parents of neurodivergent kids from the dark days of grappling with impenetrable systems, and shows them how life can become brighter.

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The ADHD Teen Survival Guide

Your Launchpad to an Amazing Life

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Bold, fun and vibrantly illustrated, this book is the ultimate guide for teens wanting to learn more about ADHD and how they can live their best life.

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The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Building Independence

A Handbook for Teens, Young Adults, and Those Who Care About Them

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An empowering guide for Autistic teens and young adults transitioning into adulthood, with tips on successful allyship for friends and family. With real-life experiences from the Autistic community, this encouraging book is what you need to ensure home, education, work, and social experiences support your independence in the best way possible.

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Parenting When You're Autistic

Tips and advice on how to parent successfully alongside your neurodivergence

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This clear, supportive guide explores the joys and challenges of parenting as an autistic person. Clearly-structured sections including self care, special interests, meltdowns and shutdowns, building relationships, avoiding burnout and more help you to navigate the tough parts of raising children and enjoy the rewards.

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The Every Body Book of Consent

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2024
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Monogamy? In this Economy?

Finances, Childrearing, and Other Practical Concerns of Polyamory

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A practical guide to the questions that come in the later stages of polyamorous relationships - with chapters on parenting, finance, households, metamours and breakup plans.

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Being Dyslexic, Being Us

The Amazing Talents and Strengths of Dyslexic Kids

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2024
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A Grand Love

Stories for Grandparents of Transgender Grandchildren

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A guide for grandparents of trans children, written by Janna Barkin - mother to a trans son, and advocate for gender diverse people and their families - with interviews and stories from grandparents and children, a glossary of terms related to gender identity and further resources and reading.

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The Secret Life of Rose

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2024
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Young, Autistic and ADHD

Moving into adulthood when you’re multiply neurodivergent

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Autistic ADHDer Sarah Boon opens the door on what it’s like as a young autistic ADHDer. Sharing invaluable tips and tricks that she has picked up along the way, this book is a companion guide to thriving when multiply neurodivergent.

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This is Who I Am

The Autistic Woman’s Creative Guide to Belonging

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An explorative guide for women to help them work through the challenges arising from late autism discovery including understanding past behaviours, accessing support and developing a positive identity. Interweaving stories of lived experience with practical activities, this is the ideal dip-in/dip-out guide to achieving autistic self-acceptance.

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Neurodiversity in the Workplace

How neurodivergent individuals can find their place and thrive

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2024
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Being Autistic (And What That Actually Means)

By Niamh Garvey; Illustrated by Rebecca Burgess
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Written by autistic author, Niamh Garvey, with lively illustrations throughout, this is the ultimate guide for 8-12-year-olds to learn all about what being autistic actually means.

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Conversations with Monsters

On mortality, creativity and neurodivergent survival

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2024
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The Teen's Guide to PDA

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An illustrated guide to PDA for teens, written by Laura Kerbey, an autism consultant with over 20 years experience, and illustrated by Sunday Times bestselling author and PDA parent Eliza Fricker. Chapters include: managing anxiety, family and friends, sex and relationships, risky behaviours and gender identity and sexuality.

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Raising Capable Kids

The 12 Habits Every Parent Needs Regardless of their Child's Label or Challenge

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A guide for parents to raising children who have been diagnosed as “different' - written by a parent and expert in educational psychology, with guidance on how to understand your child’s strengths and difficulties, set realistic and ambitious expectations and support and challenge them when needed.

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Navigating PDA in America

A Framework to Support Anxious, Demand-Avoidant Autistic Children, Teens and Young Adults

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A primer explaining the anxious, demand avoidant, autistic profile known as PDA and a framework for supporting a child, teen or young adult who fits this profile at home, school and in the community.

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Just the Job!

A Light-Hearted Guide to Office Life for the Autistic Employee

Illustrated by Tim Stringer; By Maura Campbell and Debby Elley; Foreword by Sharon Didrichsen
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A humorously illustrated guide to office life for the autistic employee, with advice on navigating the world of office-speak, endless meetings, workplace relationships, banter and bullying, to help you become the best advocate for yourself at work (and an expert on your non autistic colleagues).

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No Labels Here

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2023
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It Ain't Over Til the Bisexual Speaks

An Anthology of Bisexual Voices

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An essay collection exploring the diversity of bisexual identity - as it relates to class, religion, ethnicity, religion, sex and politics - and how it can disrupt and challenge binary and exclusionary ways of thinking. Erudite, provocative, and wide-ranging, this is both a call to action and a middle finger to bi-erasure.

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How to Raise Happy Neurofabulous Children

A Parents' Guide

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Parenting any child is filled with its own wonders and challenges. This is an invaluable resource to gain insight and advice into raising autistic children, from a fellow parent. Easy to follow, supportive and refreshingly direct, this guide empowers you to explore what works best for you and your child.

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Forging Queer Leaders

How the LGBTQIA+ Community Creates Impact from Adversity

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An inspirational guide to LGBTQ+ leadership, with a history of queer leadership, an exploration of how adversity can develop management superpowers and inspirational stories from queer leaders in diverse careers.

  • Copyright year: 2024
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Armchair Conversations on Love and Autism

Secrets of Happy Neurodiverse Couples

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

ACS counselling expert Eva Mendes takes us on a journey through 20 neurodiverse relationships and the unique strengths that drive them. Offering best practice advice and strategies on how to thrive in your relationship, Eva works to identify common themes amongst autistic relationships and irons out the widespread myths surrounding them.

  • Copyright year: 2024
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Caring for Prostate Cancer Survivors

A Biopsychosocial Approach in Physiotherapy and Oncology Practice

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This book provides a holistic and comprehensive approach to prostate cancer recovery by exploring the biological, surgical, psychological and social wellbeing of prostate cancer survivors. It is full of actionable advice, practical strategies and handouts, and includes a comprehensive and accessible Q&A by two esteemed urologists.

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The OCD Recovery Journal

Creative Activities to Keep Yourself Well

By Cara Lisette and Phoebe Webb; Illustrated by Victoria Barron; Foreword by Ashley Fulwood
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

The OCD Recovery Journal is for anybody struggling to stay motivated while managing the challenges of OCD. With journaling prompts and creative activities to help you take control of your OCD and care for yourself in the process, this journal is yours to be as free and imaginative with as you wish.

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Rainbows, Unicorns, and Triangles

Queer Symbols Throughout History

By Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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An illustrated guide to LGBTQIA2S+ codes and symbols for children 5+. With an exploration of queer underground culture throughout history to the present day, and questions for further discussion, this is a perfect guide for parents and teachers alike.

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Everyday Ways to Connect with Your Adopted or Fostered Child

Over 200 Quick and Simple Ways to Build Relationships and Open Conversations

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A lifeline for parents of adopted or fostered children looking for simple and easy to use therapeutic parenting ideas and activities. This book features creative strategies that will help you to nurture a strong connection with your child, based on trust, compassion, and safety.

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The Lifestyle Medicine Toolbox

Mind-Body Approaches for Health Promotion

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This practical resource provides professionals with a holistic toolbox on how to promote integrative lifestyle medicine with their clients. Focussing on the 6 primary lifestyle medicine factors of nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress, addiction and social connectedness, it promotes sustainable mind-body healing with actionable advice and strategies.

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The Awesome Autistic Guide to Other Humans

Relationships with Friends and Family

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This awesome guide provides practical tips and guidance on how autistic young people can form positive friendships and understand all the relationships in their lives!

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