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Autistics, disabled people, allies, parents and carers - which books you should read based on who you are

Autistics, disabled people, allies, parents and carers - which books you should read based on who you are

Autistics, disabled people, allies, parents and carers - which books you should read based on who you are

As an autistic girly with a special interest in reading, I am here at your disposal to recommend you your reading list for 2026. I read over 200 books in 2025 and many of them were on the topics of neurodivergence and disability. So, whether you are neurodivergent, chronically ill or disabled yourself (or all 3 - lucky you!), or looking to be a better ally for the disabled community (bonus points for the teachers seeking to be better allies), here are my top book recommen

Saffron Canny-Smith

Jan 125 min read

a photo taken of a row of seat on an aeroplane facing the window. The photo is taken from eye-view of a pair of legs stretched out over the seats.

a photo taken of a row of seat on an aeroplane facing the window. The photo is taken from eye-view of a pair of legs stretched out over the seats.

Is Virgin Airlines neurodivergent-friendly?

I recently travelled with Virgin airlines for the first time whilst using their diability services and wearing my sunflower lanyard. The...

Saffron Canny-Smith

Sep 5, 20252 min read

Saffron, a young woman, stands against a plain background. she is wearing pink ear defenders and the hidden disabilities sunflower lanyard over a bright red dress. She is holding a tangle fidget toy in her right hand and smiling at the camera.

Saffron, a young woman, stands against a plain background. she is wearing pink ear defenders and the hidden disabilities sunflower lanyard over a bright red dress. She is holding a tangle fidget toy in her right hand and smiling at the camera.

Autistic Adults Don't Exist

...At least, according to Mark Butler. I find this laughable, especially as I am sitting here writing this blog post and... existing! In...

Saffron Canny-Smith

Sep 1, 20252 min read

A young woman wearing a red top is lying in bed cuddling her tortoiseshell cat.

A young woman wearing a red top is lying in bed cuddling her tortoiseshell cat.

2025 - the Hardest Year of my Life

Okay, maybe that title's a bit rich, but the first half of this year has definitely been a challenging year for me. I started off the...

Saffron Canny-Smith

Aug 1, 20252 min read

Saffron (a young woman) lies down on her pink bed and is asleep cuddling her tortoiseshell kitten

Saffron (a young woman) lies down on her pink bed and is asleep cuddling her tortoiseshell kitten

What Gifts Should I Give my Friend in Autistic Burnout?

I have been in autistic burnout for the past six months. It has been a very big learning process. Through this learning process, I have...

Saffron Canny-Smith

Jul 14, 20252 min read

Saffron, a young woman, sits with her arms crossed and smiles at the camera. Her hair is long, brown and wavy and she is wearing a stripy knit top, a long pink skirt and pink Dr Martens.

Saffron, a young woman, sits with her arms crossed and smiles at the camera. Her hair is long, brown and wavy and she is wearing a stripy knit top, a long pink skirt and pink Dr Martens.

So I'm Autistic?

Autism. A little boy. Antisocial. Loves trains and numbers. Good at maths. Bad at socialising. The weird kid. The outcast. Throws himself...

Saffron Canny-Smith

Jun 29, 20252 min read

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