Autism Talks and Talks

Karen is bright, vivacious and highly verbal. Too verbal. She finds certain topics fascinating, and goes on and on and on. She remains on the fringe, looking at other adolescents having fun together and wondering if she could ever be a part of the group. Karen has Asperger's Syndrome.

Who best to help her but an autistic chef. What?! Yep! Meet Jeff. His special talents and view of the world are just what Karen needs. And, Jeff learns that he is just what one particular woman needs as well.
Is this all there is for Karen? Will an autistic man find the love he didn't know he was seeking?Come join us and see what unfolds in this novella.

About the Author

Dr. Sharon A. Mitchell has worked as teacher, counselor, psychologist and consultant for several decades. Her Masters and PhD. degrees focused on autism spectrum disorders and helping kids to navigate their world as comfortably as possible.


The first book in the series, Autism Goes to School" is an award-winning Amazon bestseller. Yes, life with autism has it's struggles, but there are strengths as well and the fun parts that any family experiences. The book's full of the challenges inherent in autism plus strategies that make life easier for all concerned. It's a story about a single dad doing the best he can.


Autism Goes to School has been followed by these books; Autism Runs Away, Autism Belongs, Autism Talks and Talks, Autism Grows Up, each portraying a child or young adult who is autistic.

Coming later in 2019 is Prequel to Autism Goes to School (Jeff's Story) as well as three nonfiction books:The Autism Goes to School WorkbookAutism and Questions Parents AskAutism and Questions Teachers Ask. 

Many thanks to the readers who suggested ideas for the books in the series.


Join the kids and staff of Madson School as they learn and grow and welcome others with special needs into their midst.