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A Little Less Broken: How an Autism Diagnosis Finally Made Me Whole by Marian Schembari is a forthcoming title from Flatiron Books.

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1 author picked A Little Less Broken as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This was one of the most honest books I have ever read.

Marian shares her life story with utter candour, from her early life up until her autism diagnosis as an adult. Her anecdotes and tales or faux pas and other social screw-ups are so relatable and she made me want to give her a hug in pure solidarity. I feel your pain, Marian!

From Sarah's list on autistic women.

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