We’ve always been told that we’re the ones who aren’t communicating. That we need to use our words...or look at people’s eyes. We’ve always been told that we’re the ones who are wrong.
All Ways follows two brothers, Andreas and York, as they embark on a cross-country road trip from their home in Ridgecrest, California to York’s future college in Albany, New York. Though both brothers know they are “different,” neither of them know that they are Autistic, so they feel separate from the world around them. With older brother York set to leave for college in the fall, the duo must learn to navigate an uncertain future without the grounding presence of each other, in a world that so often misunderstands them.
With humor and warmth, author Kelly Coons introduces neurotypical readers to the rich interpersonal lives of Autistic people, challenging biases about autism. At the same time, Autistic readers will feel at home with Andreas and York as they come to terms with their “differences” and move boldly toward their future. |
Book Trailer, from my Indiegogo Campaign
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For local readers, consider borrowing All Ways from the West Hartford Public Library! #librarylove
All Ways was published with the help of The Creator Institute and New Degree Press. Here is a quick history of those two organizations, from the founder of The Creator Institute, Eric Koester:
All Ways Extras (Website Exclusives!)
“Maybe I can do something.” His brother dashes out of the room, his hood billowing, a superhero’s cape. This short story, written to celebrate Halloween 2021, is free to download. It takes place before the start of All Ways.
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In the romance movies, the spark—the one that leads to the kiss, anyway—comes at the end. York doesn’t want that. This short story, written to celebrate Valentine's Day 2022, is free to download. It takes place after the events of All Ways.
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