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.
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A Comic About Restorative Justice in Schools
Created for use in schools, this comic follows the story of Jake and Ryan’s playground conflict and its eventual resolution through a restorative meeting with their teacher. Jake and Ryan’s story teaches children aged 8-13 the principles and benefits of restorative justice. A resource section for teachers is also included.
What I Want to Talk About
How Autistic Special Interests Shape a Life
An introduction to the autistic experience told through the lens of special interests. Popular autism advocate, Pete Wharmby, takes us on a tour of his passions, exploring the challenges of reaching adulthood without a diagnosis along the way.
Riley the Brave's Sensational Senses
Help for Sensory and Emotional Challenges
Sensory and emotional challenges can make it tough to have fun - even at exciting places like the fair. All of the smells, sounds, and sights can just be too much! When sensory overload threatens to ruin the day, this brightly illustrated story will help families find their way through. Features an educational afterword for adults.
The Gender Friend
A 102 Guide to Gender Identity
More than a simple 101 introduction to gender, this definitive guide covers everything you need to know to be the best gender ally you can be - from affirming language, how to explore gender, supporting loved ones and advice on what not to say - with self-reflective exercise, personal anecdotes and example scenarios throughout.
To Be A Trans Man
Our Stories of Transition, Acceptance and Joy
A collection of trans men and transmasculine people on existing openly and joyfully. Topics covered include gender euphoria, finding your identity, dealing with judgement and expectations, finding a community and more.
ADHD an A-Z
Figuring it Out Step by Step
This ADHD guide gives strategic advice on how to deal with issues young adults with ADHD may face, including: budgeting plans for impulsive spending, advice on rejection sensitive dysphoria, and body scans and CBT exercises, this book gives you everything you need to feel confident and supported throughout your ADHD diagnosis and beyond.
Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person
A Parent’s Handbook to Supporting Newly Diagnosed Teens and Pre-Teens
An introductory guide for parents of older children and younger teenagers who may be autistic or have been recently diagnosed. Learn how to understand and advocate for your child, and create an environment in which they can thrive.
Bisexual Men Exist
A Handbook for Bisexual, Pansexual and M-Spec Men
I Will Die On This Hill
Autistic Adults, Autism Parents, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World
This book bridges the divide between #ActuallyAutistic activists and Autism Parents in the online community. Written by an author team with experience on both sides of the coin, Meghan Ashburn and Jules Edwards reflect on how they have resolved their differences to become firm friends, sharing insights and lessons learned along the way.
The Pocket Guide to Neurodiversity
A simple, accessible guide to neurodiversity, unpacking the four main diagnoses of autism, ADHD, dyslexia and dyspraxia. The book also explains some common co-occurring conditions, strengths and difficulties, and concepts such as spiky profiles, executive functioning and working memory.
Am I Trans Enough?
How to Overcome Your Doubts and Find Your Authentic Self
Challenge your internalized transphobia and learn to embrace yourself, with words of wisdom and personal testimony from trans people from around the globe.
Black and Dyslexic
An Anthology of Lived Experience from a Cultural Perspective
Can't Not Won't
A Story About A Child Who Couldn't Go To School
Eliza Fricker gets it. Deceptively simple, endearing, humorous and emotional illustrations following a family managing the early stages of school avoidance are designed to help parents feel seen, and empathetic writing and guidance gives essential advice and tips on navigating school avoidance for parents and professionals alike.
Perfectly Queer
An Illustrated Introduction
For allies and queer folks alike, delve a little further into all things LGBTQIA+ with this illustrated introduction. Full of clear information, activity pages, definitions and more, it covers topics including gender identity, assigned sex, sexual and romantic orientations, and common queer-ies.
Sounds Fake But Okay
An Asexual and Aromantic Perspective on Love, Relationships, Sex, and Pretty Much Anything Else
Drawing on personal anecdotes and interviews with the ace community, Sarah and Kayla are here to help you unlearn the norms of an allo world, navigate and nurture your relationships, and become more confident in your aspec identity.
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!
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.
Facing Mighty Fears About Baddies and Villains
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.
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.
The Autistic Guide to Adventure
Active Pursuits from Archery to Wild Swimming for Tweens and Teens
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 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.
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.
Accepting Gender
An ACT Workbook for Trans and Non-Binary People
Ace and Aro Journeys
A Guide to Embracing Your Asexual or Aromantic Identity
Pride and Joy
A Story About Becoming an LGBTQIA+ Ally
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.
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.
It's Totally Normal!
An LGBTQIA inclusive relationship and sex education guide written specifically for queer teens.
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.
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.
So, I'm Autistic
Introduction to autism for teenagers/young adults new to the diagnosis, written by a peer with lived experience.
You Are Unstoppable!
How to Understand Your Feelings about Climate Change and Take Positive Action Together
Zensations
Children's book by two award-winning authors and psychologists on the mindfulness practice of a body scan.