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Welcome to The Wonderful World of Gwen
What Makes Gwen's World Wonderful?
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It celebrates both the similarities and differences that make each child unique
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It gives autistic children the chance to see themselves in a story
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It helps neurotypical children understand their peers with empathy and respect
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It’s written with care and backed by real-life autistic perspectives
This is the first in our new Gwen series, with more stories coming soon! From school adventures to family celebrations and holidays, Gwen and her friends will be back to share more joyful, real-life moments. Check out our social stories below, which are already available!
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Step into Gwen’s colourful world, where dancing, reading, and singing fill the day — and where being autistic is just one part of who she is.
The Wonderful World of Gwen is Autability’s very first children’s book, created especially for children aged 5 and up. Join Gwen and her friends, Amir and Toby — who are also autistic — as they share their lives at home and school. Through their stories, young readers will learn about the unique ways autistic children experience the world, and the simple things that help them thrive.
This story is perfect for:
🧠 Introducing autism in a positive, age-appropriate way
📚 Reading together at bedtime, on weekends or in the classroom
💬 Starting conversations about difference, kindness and inclusion
Discover how small changes can make a big difference, and how being autistic is just one part of a vibrant, joyful life.
Buy the book
For the eBook version, head to the Kindle store.
Gwen's World (resources for children)
Reviews
A fantastic book that I look forward to using in my classroom.
The clear explanations are supported by simple illustrations that will help make discussing autism accessible to primary age children. A must have in any school!
Mrs T, Primary School Teacher
Well Worth a Read With Children.
It opened up many conversations with my grandchildren about how we are all different. A great help for them with understanding their autistic friends and for me as a grandparent. I learnt too!
Yvonne A, Grandparent
Absolutely Amazing!
I am 47 and recently diagnosed autistic! My 8 year old grandson is autistic and this book has been so helpful to show him how autism affects different people.
Lisa M, Fera Reviews
This is the book that's been missing from children's books about autism.
Written by autistic authors who are parents to autistic children, has more than one example of how autism presents across a range of situations - is both positive and informative. The illustrations and graphics give the book a clarity which reaches out to those below and above the expected age range. I hope this is the first of many visits to Gwen's world.
Dr P, Autistic Paediatric Registrar
A Great Book To Talk About Autism.
A positive child friendly book about three autistic children who are all different but in some ways the same. It covers things like eating, school, making friends and lots more. I could relate to Gwen and enjoyed the illustrations a lot. I'd definitely buy this for children to learn more about autism. It's easy to read and lovely.
Naomi, age 14
Illuminates just how diverse autistic people can be.
Using endearingly straightforward storytelling and delightful illustrations, The Wonderful World of Gwen explains what it can be like being an autistic child from the perspectives of three unique characters. It depicts autism and autistic experiences in a way that illuminates just how diverse autistic people can be in a format that children and adults can understand and learn from.
@autistic_callum Author & Blogger
Highly Recommend!
My children loved me reading this book to them. I love finding books that will help them understand who they are.
Clarice, Fera Reviews