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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.
Raising an ADHD Child
A Handbook for Parents of Distractible, Dreamy and Defiant Children
A practical guide to parenting children with ADHD, written by two experienced former teachers in the field of ADHD and Neurodiversity, Zoe Beezer and FIn O’Regan. Chapters include guidance on: medication, diagnosis, hyperfocus, working with schools, creating structure and routines, planning for the future and navigating the teenage years.
Black Again
Losing and Reclaiming My Racial Identity
A memoir exploring the psychological impact of cultural assimilation and internalized racism.
Hopeless Aromantic
First guide on aromanticism, the lesser-known cousin of asexuality.
Zensations
Children's book by two award-winning authors and psychologists on the mindfulness practice of a body scan.
You Are Unstoppable!
How to Understand Your Feelings about Climate Change and Take Positive Action Together
So, I'm Autistic
Introduction to autism for teenagers/young adults new to the diagnosis, written by a peer with lived experience.
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.
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
Ace and Aro Journeys
A Guide to Embracing Your Asexual or Aromantic Identity
Accepting Gender
An ACT Workbook for Trans and Non-Binary People
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.
The Ultimate Self-Esteem Toolkit
25 Tools to Boost Confidence, Achieve Goals, and Find Happiness
From the author of The Ultimate Anxiety Toolkit and The Ultimate Time-Management Toolkit, this book provides practical strategies to help you increase your self-esteem, resilience, and confidence. It includes creative exercises and empowering techniques drawn from CBT, positive psychology and mindfulness.
The Teen Trauma Journal
Understanding the Past and Embracing Tomorrow!
Self-help journal providing support and information for people who have experienced trauma or attachment challenges. With interactive chapters on attachment, emotions, school, resilience and more.
The Autistic Guide to Adventure
Active Pursuits from Archery to Wild Swimming for Tweens and Teens
Sensory Parenting for Sensory Children
A reflective guide for parenting a child with sensory needs, with guidance on navigating sensory meltdowns, managing your own emotions, and responding empathetically to your child.
Looking After Your Autistic Self
A Personalised Self-Care Approach to Managing Your Sensory and Emotional Well-Being
This is the go-to-guide to surviving and thriving as an autistic adult. Featuring customisable, stress-relieving strategies that are easy to implement into busy everyday life to create a calmer, happier you. Packed with lived-experience and professional tips and tricks, this guide works to help you truly look after your autistic self.
Facing Mighty Fears About Baddies and Villains
D.I.V.E.R.S.I.T.Y.
A Guide to Working with Diversity and Developing Cultural Sensitivity
Award-winning social worker and diversity trainer Vivian Okeze-Tirado has developed the perfect tool to increase and develop your cultural competence. With practical, easy-to-implement steps for a wide range of professions, you can take active steps, empower people and take action against racism.
Autistic World Domination
How to Script Your Life
The neurotypical world doesn’t always work for autistic people, but that’s about to change! By helping readers write their own blueprint for life, Autistic World Domination empowers autistics to create the world they want for themselves. Vibrant, fresh and inspiring - this book is full of energy and actionable plans. It’s time to rewrite normal!