100-ish Books for Autistic Adolescents, Teens, and Tweens

Books for Autistic adolescents, Teens, and Tweens

Are you an autistic adolescent looking for a good book to read for yourself?

Are you a parent or educator looking for books that support autistic adolescents, teens, and tweens?

The following titles were carefully selected in That Au-Some Book Club, a group dedicated to discussing books about autism and neurodiversity. This list will help you take the guess work out of choosing a few fabulous books.

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CLICK HERE if you’re an adult exploring your own autistic identity.

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A few notes before you browse…

Titles with (*) behind the listing indicate the author is autistic. The absence of a (*) does not mean the author is not autistic.

If you’re looking for something specific, I’m in the process of placing a few topics underneath each listing.

Reading levels for these books range from upper elementary to adult. You may want to check that before purchasing.

This list is not all-inclusive. There are plenty of other titles that promote inclusivity and neurodiversity. These are the titles I stand behind as the author of this article.

I participate in the Amazon Associates Program. I earn a (very) small commission from the links provided.

Novels – (Wide Variety of Reading Levels)

I Never Get Lost In the Woods by Aaron Jepson* (novel) *New Release!*

The Many Mysteries of the Finkel Family by Sarah Kapit* 

Get a Grip, Vivy Cohen! by Sarah Kapit *

The Infinite by Patience Agbabi

The Time-Thief by Patience Agbabi

Geek Girl Series by Holly Smale*

A Different Sort of Normal by Abigail Balfe*

Anybody Here Seen Frenchie? by Leslie Connor

The State of Grace by Rachael Lucas*

Afrotistic by Kala Allen Omeiza*

In Two Worlds by Ido Kedar *

Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper

The Someday Birds by Sally J. Pla*

Underdogs Series by Chris Bonnello*

Stanley Will Probably be Fine by Sally J. Pla*

A Kind of Spark by Elle McNicoll *

M in the Middle: Secret Crushes, Mega-Colossal Anxiety and the People’s Republic of Autism by the students of Limpsfield Grange*

M is for Autism: The Teenage Girl’s Guide to Autism, and Everyone Else’s by the students of Limpsfield Grange*

Moojag and the Auticode Secret by N.E. McMorran*

Planet Earth is Blue by Nicole Panteleakos *

Can You See Me? by Libby Scott & Rebecca Westcott *

Do You Know Me? by Libby Scott & Rebecca Westcott* (sequel )

Ways to Be Me by Libby Scott & Rebecca Westcott* (trilogy)

Trouble with a Tiny T by Merriam Saunders (ND Author)

Trouble at Table Five (a series) by Tom Watson

A Boy Called Bat by Elana K. Arnold

Nonfiction, Memoirs, Autobiographies

The Awesome Autistic Go-To Guide: A Practical Handbook for Autistic Teens and Tweens by Yenn Purkis and Tanya Masterman*
(A great book for self-exploration!)

The Awesome Autistic Guide to Trans Teens by Yenn Purkis and Sam Rose*

I Am Autistic: A Workbook: Sensory Tools, Practical Advice, and Interactive Journaling for Understanding Life with Autism by Chanelle Moriah*

Diary of a Young Naturalist by Dara McAnulty*

What’s J Say: A Collection of Poems by Justice Killebrew*
*New Book!

May Tomorrow Be Awake: On Poetry, Autism, and Our Neurodiverse Future by Chris Martin

Leaders Around Me: Autobiographies of Autistics who Type, Point, and Spell to Communicate edited by Edlyn Vallejo Peña, PhD*

Anatomy of Autism: A Pocket Guide for Educators, Parents, and Students by Diego Pena*

The Reason I Jump by Naoki Higashida*

Fall down Seven Times Get Up Eight by Naoki Higashida*

The Spectrum Girl’s Survival Guide: How to Grow Up Awesome and Autistic by Siena Castellon*

Queerly Autistic: The Ultimate Guide for Lgbtqia+ Teens on the Spectrum by Erin Ekins*

Odd Girl Out by Laura James*

Ido in Autismland by Ido Kedar*

The Autism-Friendly Guide to Periods by Robyn Steward*
a resource for older elementary students

The Secret Life of Rose: Inside an Autistic Head by Rose Smitten*

The Awesome Autistic Guide for Trans Teens by Yenn Purkis and Glenn Masterman*

Shake It Up: How to be Young Autistic & Make an Impact by Quincy Hansen*

The Young Autistic Adult’s Independence Handbook by Haley Moss*

Autistic World Domination: How to Script Your Life by Jolene Stockman*

Books for Parents, Caregivers, and Educators

Autistic Masking: Understanding Identity Management and the Role of Stigma by Kieran Rose and Amy Pearson PhD* *Available for Preorder*

Sincerely, Your Autistic Child by AWN * Edited by Emily Paige Ballou, Sharon daVanport, and Morénike Giwa Onaiwu

We’re Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation by Eric Garcia*
On Audible

I Will Die On This Hill: Autistic Adults, Autism Parents, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Jules Edwards, Meghan Ashburn, et al. Illustrated by Nathan McConnell* New Release!

Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism by Dr. Barry Prizant
On Audible

Neuroqueer Heresies: Notes on the Neurodiversity Paradigm, Autistic Empowerment, and Postnormal Possibilities by Nick Walker*

Lost At School: Why Our Kids With Behavioral Challenges Are Falling Through The Cracks And How We Can Help Them by Dr. Ross Greene Ph. D

NeuroTribes: the Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity by Steve Silberman

Leaders Around Me: Autobiographies of Autistics who Type, Point, and Spell to Communicate ed by Edlyn Vallejo Peña, PhD *

Beyond Behaviors by Mona Delahooke PhD – This book is not autism-specific but I consider it a must-read!

Empowering Students with Hidden Disabilities: A Path to Pride and Success by Margo Izzo and LeDerick Horne (ND Authors)

Inclusive Education for Autistic Children: Helping Children and Young People to Learn and Flourish in the Classroom by Dr. Rebecca Wood*

15 Minute Focus: Regulation and Coregulation: Accessible Neuroscience and Connection Strategies that Bring Calm Into the Classroom by Ginger Healy

Other Resources

Dove Orchids – Mentoring, Coaching, and Consulting by Autistic People

NeuroClastic: The Autism Spectrum According to Autistic People

Autism Resources for Elementary School Teachers – Some of my favorite resources all in one spot!

Helping Kids Communicate Without Speaking: Sign Language, Visual Schedules, AAC, and more!

Helping Nonspeaking Kids Transition to Spelling, Typing, and Pointing  – A Resource List

Accessible Academics Course: Adapting Grade Level Curriculum to Nonspeaking Students

Beyond Behaviors Course: Effective Science-Based Tools to Transform Childhood Behaviors – Professional Development Credits Available!