Kelly’s Special Friend

About the Book

About the Author

Rose Marie is the proud parent of Owen and Kelly-Rose. Both diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She proudly and lovingly refers to herself as “Mautistic” to describe her “differently-abled” parenting experiences. “My life is never dull.” She explains, “sometimes good, sometimes terrifying, occasionally miraculous, but never dull. What mother will say anything different? Instead of soccer, I have sensory play.” Rose Marie has written poetry, plays and articles for small and local newspapers. This is her first children’s book. It is inspired by the real life experience of trying to explain autism to her niece, who simply asked, “Why doesn’t Kelly like me?” This story is a very basic understanding of autism from a young child’s perspective and offers children the potential to overcome barriers and find friendship.