Ways to Be Me

This book is a prequel to the bestselling Can You See Me? It follows the story of Tally, a 12-year-old autistic girl, as she receives her autism diagnosis in her final year of primary school. Through her diary entries, readers gain an authentic insight into Tally's perspective of being autistic and her struggles with understanding and fitting in. The book is written in collaboration with 12-year-old autistic author Libby Scott and aims to smash common assumptions and stereotypes about autism. It is a powerful and relatable story that will give readers of all ages a deeper understanding of what it's like to be autistic.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 368 pages
\n Publication date: 01 July 2021
\n Publisher: Scholastic
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From the bestselling author duo behind Can You See Me? comes this exceptional portrayal of autism diagnosis, with diary entries by 12-year-old autistic author Libby Scott.

Taking place before Can You See Me? and Do You Know Me? this standout prequel follows Tally through her autism diagnosis in her final year of primary school.

Ten-year-old Tally had high hopes for Year 6. Being in the top class at school means a whole host of privileges, but even better than that is the school production – and Tally is convinced she'll win the lead role.

But at home, things aren't going so well. Mum and Dad have been making Tally feel pressured and upset, and Tally wishes things didn't bother her so much – but they do, and sometimes she feels so misunderstood and frustrated, she could explode.

Then Tally's mum and dad tell her about something she's never heard about before. Something called autism. And everything changes.

The third book written in collaboration with Libby Scott & prequel to the bestselling Can You See Me?

When Libby's mum shared a short piece of Libby's writing online, it soon went viral, with tens of thousands of people saying that Libby's writing helped them understand autism for the first time.

This fictionalised portrayal of a young autistic girl is written by Rebecca Westcott, in close collaboration with Libby Scott, making it a truly original and inspirational book that will give readers of all ages a deeper understanding of what it's like to be autistic.

Perfect for fans of The Goldfish Boy, Wonder and The Curious Incident of the Dog In the Night-time.

PRAISE FOR CAN YOU SEE ME:

This is a powerful and highly relatable story about fitting in and being yourself. Tally's diary entries give an authentic insight into one girl's perspective of being autistic, and smashing a host of common assumptions.

The characters are well-developed and relatable, and Tally's journey is both heartwarming and heartbreaking.

This book will be a valuable resource for parents, teachers, and anyone who wants to better understand autism. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to see the world through the eyes of a young autistic girl.

\n Weight: 216g\n
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780702308352\n \n