Forever Boy: A Mother's Memoir of Autism and Finding Joy – An Inspiring Nonfiction Account of Neurodiversity and the Power of Acceptance

Name: Forever Boy: A Mother's Memoir of Autism and Finding Joy – An Inspiring Nonfiction Account of Neurodiversity and the Power of Acceptance
Price: 16.99 USD
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Rating: 4.9 (3253 reviews)
Author: Kate Swenson

by Kate Swenson

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4.9 (3,253)

4.9 stars from 3,253 reviews. Top 67% of Memoir books we track.

320 pages~5.3 hr readPublished by Center Point Large PrintPublished 2022-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

You're parenting a child with autism or another disability and need to know you're not alone in the grief, frustration, and eventual acceptance.
You want a honest, unsentimental memoir about motherhood that doesn't pretend hard things are easy.
You're curious about neurodiversity and what it actually means to shift from fighting against your child's needs to embracing them.

Maybe not for you if...

You're looking for a practical guide to autism therapies and interventions. This is memoir, not a how-to manual.
You prefer uplifting stories where disabled children are 'cured' or overcome their conditions through determination alone.
You want a quick read. This is a deep, emotional exploration that demands your full attention.

About this book

Kate Swenson, creator of the popular blog Finding Cooper's Voice, shares her memoir about raising her son Cooper, who was diagnosed with severe, nonverbal autism. When Cooper received his diagnosis, Swenson's expectations for family life shifted dramatically. She initially grieved the loss of the life she had envisioned and struggled with the challenges of advocating for a child in a world not designed to support him. Through resilience and personal growth, Swenson came to understand that change needed to come from within herself rather than from Cooper. This realization became a turning point, leading her toward acceptance and ultimately joy. In Forever Boy, Swenson recounts her journey with honesty and compassion, offering perspective on motherhood, unconditional love, and the strength required to navigate life with a child who has autism.

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Currently 4.9★ from 3,253 reviews

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