title: Imagining Autism: Fiction and Stereotypes on the Spectrum
author:  Sonya Freeman Loftis 
description: A groundbreaking examination of autism. (<i>Disability & Society</i>)<br /><br />In examining the concerns and misconceptions that drive depictions of people with ASD, Loftis sheds light on the representations that can lead to discrimination against those who have related conditions. (<i>Library Journal</i>)<br /><br />Very useful for those interested in disability studies, cultural studies, and literature. . . . Recommended. (<i>Choice</i>)<br /><br />An important and necessary early step in bringing the study of autism into the field of literary studies. (<i>Disability Studies Quarterly</i>)<br /><br />It is to be hoped that this engrossing book will encourage discussion and further work about fictional characters portrayed as autistic, even if not labeled as such. It is a book that will be of value to everyone interested in neurodiversity and the dangers of stereotyping. Itshould also appeal to any one who wants a different perspective on a favorite character. It is highly recommended reading. (<i>H-Disability</i>)
zlib_text: Table of Contents
  Title Page
  Copyright
  Lure
  Delusion
  Unforeseen
  Paradox
  Twisted Course
  Two Steps Back
  Alive
  Unspeakable Lies
  Thank You
  
  What If
  The Anthology
  All Proceeds will benefit the Autism Awareness
   
  Each title in this collection is copyrighted to their respective authors as noted. This collection is a
  work of fiction. Any references to historical events, real people, or real locales are used fictitiously.
  Other names, characters, place and incidents are the product of the author’s imaginations, and any
  resemblances to actual events or locales or person, living or dead, is entirely coincidental. These
  books contain material protected under International and Federal Copyright Laws and Treaties. Any
  unauthorized reprint or use of this material is prohibited.
   
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  Interior Formatting by: Kassi’s Kandids Formatting
   
   
  Lure
  ©2015 M. Mabie
   
  Delusion
  ©2015 Chelle Bliss
   
  Unforeseen
  ©2015 Shantel Tessier
   
  Paradox
  ©2015 River Savage
   
  Twisted Course
  ©2015 Al