The following are some books I've read and/or come highly recommended from others and are sitting in my "To Read" pile.
In The Eye Of The Hurricane (Juli C. Liske)
http://www.amazon.com/EYE-HURRICANE-Juli-C-Liske/dp/0977475417
This is the first book I read upon getting Andrew's diagnosis. It's a wonderful story of the power of a mom's love and determination and the amazing things that parents can do to help their special children. Easy, inspirational read.
Not My Son! (Rodney Peete)
http://www.amazon.com/Not-My-Boy-Familys-Journey/dp/1401323618
Great for dads and moms alike! Tom really enjoyed this dad's perspective and journey.
Ten Things Every Child With Autism Wishes You Knew (Ellen Notbohm) http://www.amazon.com/Things-Every-Child-Autism-Wishes/dp/1932565302
The title says it all and is a must for every family member to begin their understanding of a child's experience with autism. Written by a mom who really gets it. Easy read.
Mother Warriors (Jenny McCarthy)
http://www.amazon.com/Mother-Warriors-Parents-Healing-Against/dp/0525950699
Who doesn't know this mom's got guts?!
ANY book by Dr. Temple Grandin! (As well as the HBO movie-a must see)
http://www.templegrandin.com/
Defeating Autism (Michael Fitzpatrick)
http://www.amazon.com/Defeating-Autism-Damaging-Michael-Fitzpatrick/dp/0415449812
My Brother Charlie (Holly Robinson Peete)
http://www.amazon.com/Brother-Charlie-Holly-Robinson-Peete/dp/0545094666
This book, co-authored by Mrs. Peete's daughter whose twin is autistic made me cry at it's tenderness and simplicity. Great book for siblings!
