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Autistic Author Pens Books for Young Neurodivergent Minds
5 Apr
Summary
- Author Lin Fidgin writes children's books on neurodiversity.
- The books draw from her own experiences as an autistic girl.
- She aims to help neurodivergent children understand themselves and peers.
Lin Fidgin, an author and nurse, is creating a series of children's books designed to reflect the experiences of neurodivergent youth. Having grown up autistic, Fidgin recalls the internal struggles and sensory sensitivities that often went unnoticed by others.
Her personal journey fuels her desire to help children who feel different understand themselves and foster empathy among their peers. Fidgin stated she wished for such stories during her own childhood, finding life emotionally difficult due to feeling out of sync and facing social challenges.
The first book in the series, "Bess of Clara Vale," focuses on neurodiversity, friendship, and the importance of belonging. Fidgin, who works at the University Hospital of North Tees, has distributed copies to Teesside schools, libraries, autism services, and the hospital's children's ward.
She hopes to make education about autism and neurodiversity accessible, aiming to make a positive difference for young readers. This initiative provides a mirror for neurodivergent children to see themselves represented and understood.
