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A Different Sort of Normal

The beautiful true story of one girl’s journey growing up autistic and the challenges she faced in the ‘normal’ world.

Abigail wass not like the other children in the class at school. Abigail didn’t didn’t know she was autistic until she was an adult.

This is her true story of growing up in the confusing ‘normal’ world, all the while missing some Very Important Information about herself.

There are be scary moments involving toilets and crowded trains, heart-warming tales of cats and pianos, and funny memories including her dad and a mysterious tub of ice cream. Along the way you’ll also find some Very Crucial Information about autism.

If you’ve ever felt different, out of place, like you don’t fit in – this book is for you.

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