Sensory: Life on the Spectrum: An Autistic Comics Anthology
A colourful and eclectic comics anthology exploring a wide range of autistic experiences – from diagnosis journeys to finding community – from contributors with autism.
From artist and curator Bex Ollerton comes an anthology featuring comics from thirty autistic creators about their experiences of living in a world that doesn’t always understand or accept them. Sensory: Life on the Spectrum contains illustrated explorations of everything from life pre-diagnosis to tips on how to explain autism to someone who doesn’t have it, to suggestions for how to soothe yourself when you’re feeling overstimulated. With unique, vibrant comic-style illustrations and the emotional depth and vulnerability of memoir, this book depicts these varied experiences with the kind of insight that only those who have lived them can have.
# of Pages: 176
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2022
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Language: en
ISBN: 9781524874766
Bex Ollerton is an autistic artist, writer, and advocate based in the United Kingdom. They are known for their vibrant and thought-provoking comics that explore their experiences and perspectives as an autistic individual. Ollerton uses their platform to raise awareness and promote acceptance of autism, as well as to highlight the diversity and complexity of the spectrum. Along with their creative work, Ollerton is also a vocal advocate for neurodiversity and disability rights, using their personal experiences to educate and empower others. Through their work, Ollerton has become a prominent voice in the autistic community, promoting understanding, empathy, and inclusivity.