Were absolutely thrilled to be hosting autistic illustrator and content creator Ella Willis to talk about her wonderful new book, Literally: A Joyful Guide To The Ups And Downs Of Being Autistic!

There are three reasons why this book is called Literally:

Number 1: Autistic people can take things literally.

Number 2: This is a literal book. Clear in its language, easy to understand and accessible.

Number 3: Its relatable. What do you say when someone says something so profoundly relatable that it connects to your own experience perfectly? LITERALLY!

In Literally, Ella is here to help you navigate all parts of being autistic, destigmatize neurodivergence and offer accessible, practical and hopeful advice. From stimming to masking, navigating relationships to sensory issues, Ella uses their personal story, research, illustrations and interviews to provide a clear-eyed, joyful view of the autistic experience. This is THE autistic book to help you - or an autistic person you love - thrive!

Whitley Bay Library is a fully accessible venue! A drink is included in your ticket price.