"Sensory: Life on the Spectrum" is a comics anthology featuring thirty autistic creators sharing their experiences living in a world designed for neurotypical people. The audience for each comic varies with many written for those in the autistic community but others for those who want to learn more about autism. The art styles and storytelling also significantly vary, so like all anthologies, some pieces are more likely to resonate more than others. I'd highly recommend this book to anyone, but I think it would be especially appreciated by people in the education and mental health fields.

I read this all-in-one day. With a daughter on the spectrum and me myself a neurodivergent I was able to see myself and my daughter in a lot of the comics. I feel like It's important for people to understand others and I felt this book had a great variety of artists contribute to the project and cause. I screenshot the pages with the contributors so that I can look them up on social media when I get the chance. I have ADHD, so let's be real, it may be a while before I search them all up but know that I read your stories and I appreciate you guys and what you're trying to do. <3 Thank you to Netgalley and Andrews Mcmeel Publishing for the advanced copy for an honest review.

This book was a lovely eye-opener for me. I think it's the first book on living on the spectrum that I've read, that is completely written and drawn by people living on that same spectrum. And it showed me perspectives that I hadn't considered. It made me wonder about myself, as I recognised certain behaviours and social difficulties.

If I have one small bit of criticism, it is that I think the book could've done with a page at the start with short little explanations about some terms and concepts - for example, stimming.

Loved the art, loved all the different perspectives. Recommended for everyone.

Autism is a spectrum. There is no one-size-fits-all for communication. And as a result, allistic people can't presume.

This anthology is a beautiful collection of stories from comic artists. They talk about their experiences receiving diagnoses, surviving school (I relate), and the support systems that arrive for different life stages. The art is amazing, and the stories even more so.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for granting me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book, as this book has already been published, I will not share my review on Netgalley at this time.

This is an interesting anthology of own voices comics about being autistic. I enjoyed that each work felt very personal, and showed a huge range of what being autistic is like. As someone who is autistic, I appreciated seeing representation that is not flat or stereotyped. The fact that every work is by someone who is autistic really uplifts this anthology, and I think it would be a good addition to any library shelf!

I believe this will make a large amount of people feel seen and comforted. Absolutely amazing and great inclusion.

"Sensory: Life on the Spectrum" by Bex Ollerton is a remarkable and deeply personal exploration of autism, offering a unique and insightful perspective on life through the sensory experiences of someone on the spectrum. Ollerton's candid and eloquent writing invites readers into her world, where she beautifully articulates the joys, challenges, and nuances of living with autism. Through her narrative, readers gain a profound understanding of sensory processing differences, fostering empathy and appreciation for neurodiversity.

What sets this book apart is Ollerton's ability to convey the sensory aspects of autism in a way that is relatable and enlightening for both neurodivergent and neurotypical readers. She provides vivid descriptions of her sensory experiences, allowing readers to step into her shoes and comprehend how everyday sensations can be overwhelming or delightful. Ollerton also shares her journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and learning to navigate a world not always designed with neurodiversity in mind, making "Sensory" a valuable resource for individuals seeking to understand autism from a firsthand perspective.

"Sensory: Life on the Spectrum" is a heartfelt and educational book that contributes significantly to the discourse on autism. Bex Ollerton's storytelling prowess and her commitment to raising awareness and understanding of sensory experiences make this book an essential read. It is a powerful testament to the importance of embracing and celebrating neurodiversity, reminding us all that each person's sensory journey is unique and deserving of respect and empathy.

5 of 5 stars
Pub Date: 18 Oct 2022
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This anthology was so well written and enjoyable to read! As an autistic reader myself, I found bits and pieces of my own experiences scattered in the pages. I would love to read another anthology like this, or to see print versions of this one more often on shelves at libraries and shops!

I found seeing all the different perspectives and experiences represented in these comics interesting and illuminating, and loved that they were all provided by own voices comic artists and writers.

I would highly recommend this for other educators, and people in general!

Incredible, as an autistic girl I loved this. Told my family and friends to read it too. I love books about being autistic that really get it.

I will update the review with the link to on our blog as soon as I can.

I'd like to thank the publisher Andrews McMeel Publishing and Netgalley for providing me with a review copy in exchange for an honest review

This is a phenomenal resource for anyone who is interested in learning more about autism. With the wide variety of artists, who are autistic, you get a really extensive view of the autism spectrum. As someone with autism this comic meant so much to me. Not only did it teach me about the range of autistic experiences but it also really helped me learn more about myself. It was so amazing to feel seen and like I wasn't alone.

I an unable to review this title, as it was archived before I had a chance to download and read it. This feedback is only to stop this title from adversely affecting my netgalley feedback rate. If in the future I have the opportunity to read this title, I will post a proper review here.

Working with students with disabilities is a very hard job. One that you need to have patience and a passion for. This book gave me a way in to my students minds. It is an extremely beautiful portrayal of life for those on the spectrum. I am also in awe of the graphics.

Thank you netgalley for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McNeel Publishing for access to a digital copy of Sensory: Life on the Spectrum edited by Rebecca Ollerton.

CW: mental health

This was such a fascinating read. This is a collection of short graphic novels ranging from 1 to 5 pages, each by a different own-voice #ActuallyAutistic author/artist.

This book is such a wonderful example of how the experience of Autism (or any mental health diagnosis for that matter) is so unique to the individual. The range of experiences is so wide and variable and every single person is the expert in their own life. What a beautiful reminder of the diversity of neurodivergence.

This was a very interesting way of learning about different people experiences living with autism. It was a great collection of short comic strips looking at many different things. Being autistic myself, it really made me feel like I wasn't alone in some of my unique traits. I just loved all the different styles of getting their messages across. There were some great skills to learn. I felt very connected to some of them. It is also an excellent book for others to learn about what it is like being an autistic person. I feel like I understand more about myself. I definitely recommend reading this if you either want to learn more or feel connected with other like-minded people. I thought it was brilliant at getting the most important message across that we are all different and that our uniqueness should be embraced. It also had some rather shocking facts and statistics, especially surrounding work life and why it's important to get rid of all the old names for autism. I just loved all the colours in this book it certainly helped the more visual reader .

So much praise goes out to all the authors and the publisher for bringing us their stories so we can learn and have a better understanding.

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A hit or miss collection of short comics by autistic creators about their lives, struggles and triumphs. Some stories and art will grab you better than other but overall a good collection for those with autism to feel seen and understood. It is also useful to help neurotypical readers understand.

Very enjoyable! This is a graphic novel by and about autistic individuals. The art and writing all beautifully diverse. My one note is that it hits a lot on the same topics. I wish there was more a uniqueness in the stories—like someone touched on one facet, another on something different. But maybe there will be more books like these with more opportunities for that.

I really love Bex’s art and that’s how I found this book. I hope to see more of her work published in the future!

Note: I am an autistic/ADHD reviewer

A touching collection of comics from a variety of differing artists about a variety of differing aspects of being autistic. Each piece in the collection covers a different topic in a charmingly unique art style. By basis of story and topics it gets an absolute 5 out of 5.

Something I hope is fixed in publishing is the aspect ratio, as the copy I received had images with low resolution and at times pixelated.