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.
Raising Capable Kids
The 12 Habits Every Parent Needs Regardless of their Child's Label or Challenge
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.
Navigating PDA in America
A Framework to Support Anxious, Demand-Avoidant Autistic Children, Teens and Young Adults
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.
Just the Job!
A Light-Hearted Guide to Office Life for the Autistic Employee
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).
Arriving Late
The lived experience of women receiving a late autism diagnosis
Autistic advocate, Jodi Lamanna, explores the voices of late diagnosed autistic women from across the world.
It Ain't Over Til the Bisexual Speaks
An Anthology of Bisexual Voices
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.
How to Raise Happy Neurofabulous Children
A Parents' Guide
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.
Forging Queer Leaders
How the LGBTQIA+ Community Creates Impact from Adversity
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.
Armchair Conversations on Love and Autism
Secrets of Happy Neurodiverse Couples
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.
Caring for Prostate Cancer Survivors
A Biopsychosocial Approach in Physiotherapy and Oncology Practice
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.
The OCD Recovery Journal
Creative Activities to Keep Yourself Well
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.
Rainbows, Unicorns, and Triangles
Queer Symbols Throughout History
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.
Everyday Ways to Connect with Your Adopted or Fostered Child
Over 200 Quick and Simple Ways to Build Relationships and Open Conversations
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.
The Lifestyle Medicine Toolbox
Mind-Body Approaches for Health Promotion
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.
The Awesome Autistic Guide to Other Humans
Relationships with Friends and Family
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!