Welcome to A Novel Mind!
We're a resource for exploring mental health and neurodiversity representation in children's books.

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Looking for children's books with positive neurodiversity and/or mental health representation in them?
We've been called "a gold mine" for educators and parents who are looking for the right book for the right child.
Books and stories with positive neurodiversity/mental health representation help our different kids understand they are not alone in the world. They spark meaningful discussions. And they help more typical kids to see differently, and to understand.
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Our site offers 3 main resources:
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1. The Searchable Database: 1,000+ books that touch on mental/emotional health and neurodiversity issues.
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2. The Educator Resource Pages: A wealth of informative links, initially compiled by autistic children's librarian Adriana White, MLS, and added to/updated by our team.
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3. The Blog Page, where today's top children's writers reflect on aspects of mental health, neurodiversity, and writing for children.
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