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41 Things To Know About Autism at North America

March 25, 2010 from 6pm to 7pm

My fourth book was published today, Thursday, March 25, 2010.I wrote this book because parents often write to me and ask, "Is there a book I can give to my mother-in-law or my brother or my neighbor that explains autism in simple terms - that answers the questions people ask : "I'm a grandparent: what can I do to help?" "Why does your child always carry a green plastic snake?" "Why can't he look me in the eye?" "What are the emotional and financial effects on the family?"I wanted to get out…See More

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Chantal Sicile-Kira commented on the group 'Funny Women'

"Marcia, have you been to the Erma Brombeck conference before? Sounds like a good one! I've never done a stand-up comedy routine, but sounds like fun! Nerve-wracking as well."

Mar 13, 2010

Rebecca Rasmussen left a comment for Chantal Sicile-Kira

"great website!"

Feb 28, 2010

Chantal Sicile-Kira left a comment for Alison Davis

"Hi Alison - I look forward to meeting you in NC in April. Sorry I ahve not had time to spend on here. Re Birds and Bees talk - I pretty much followe dmy advice in my Adolescent book :-). It's a good idea to find books that are for neurotypical…"

Feb 27, 2010

Lori Osterman left a comment for Chantal Sicile-Kira

"Welcome to Mother Writer we are glad you're here. When you get a chance please come by and introduce yourself we would love to get to know you better. If you have any questions please let us know. Lori"

Feb 18, 2010

Chantal Sicile-Kira left a comment for Susan Blumberg-Kason

"Hi Susan, Thanks for the warm welcome! Nice to meet you."

Feb 17, 2010

Chantal Sicile-Kira left a comment for Julie Jeffs

"Thanks Julie! Nice to meet you here. Chantal"

Feb 17, 2010

Julie Jeffs left a comment for Chantal Sicile-Kira

"Hi Chantal, Welcome to the Bloggers Let’s Make it Work group! So glad you are here. Please visit the discussion New Members Visit Here First, tell us about your blog so we can list it on the members blog index. I hope you will find, as I…"

Feb 16, 2010

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Moms who write with spunk and sass.

Feb 16, 2010

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Chantal Sicile-Kira left a comment for Cara Carter

"Nice to meet you!"

Feb 16, 2010

Chantal Sicile-Kira is now a member of She Writes

Feb 14, 2010

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Who I am:: www.chantalsicile-kira.com
@sicilekira

Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:: 41 Things to Know About Autism (Turner, March 2010)

Autism Life Skills (foreword by Temple Grandin, PhD, Penguin 2008)

Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum (foreword by Temple Grandin, PhD, Penguin 2006) awarded the 2006 San Diego Book Award for "Best in Health/Fitness."

Autism Spectrum Disorders (foreword by Temple Grandin, PhD, Penguin 2004); recipient of 2005 Autism Society of America’s Outstanding Literary Work of the Year Award

Media outlets that I currently write for:: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/chantal-sicile-kira
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-autism-advocate
http://www.spectrumpublications.com/index.php/columns/chantal_sicil...

My writing is:: Nonfiction, Memoir, Journalism, Blog Posts

Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:: Yes

Services I offer to other writers:: Yes - editing, coaching, how to write a book proposal.

Some marketing and PR for books to the autism community (parents, professionals, anyone interested in autism spectrum disorders)

I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:: no

My professional associations:: Author's Guild
Past Toastmasters
Many Autism organizations

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At 8:36am on February 28, 2010, Rebecca Rasmussen said…: great website!

At 9:43am on February 18, 2010, Lori Osterman said…: Welcome to Mother Writer we are glad you're here. When you get a chance please come by and introduce yourself we would love to get to know you better. If you have any questions please let us know.
Lori

At 6:07am on February 17, 2010, Alison Davis said…: Hi, Chantal-

Thanks for friending. Yes, I'm looking forward to talking with you in person in April! I'll be at that conference.

Super!

At 8:45pm on February 16, 2010, Victoria Rosner said…: Hi Chantal,
Welcome to SheWrites! Thanks for your generous comment about my Modern Love column.
All best,
Victoria

At 11:03am on February 16, 2010, Julie Jeffs said…: Hi Chantal,

Welcome to the Bloggers Let’s Make it Work group! So glad you are here. Please visit the discussion New Members Visit Here First, tell us about your blog so we can list it on the members blog index.

I hope you will find, as I did, a great sense of community, loads of information and resources, and an incredible amount of talent.

Jump in on ongoing discussions or start one if there is an issue you would like to discuss.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Look forward to reading your posts.

Warm regards,
Julie Jeffs
Beginning a Life at 50
http://juliejeffs.blogspot.com

At 7:37am on February 16, 2010, Susan Blumberg-Kason said…: Hi Chantal,
Welcome to the Memoir group. We're so glad to have you with us. Please feel free to e-mail me with any questions. Our discussion board has many great topics.

Susan
Memoir group co-moderator

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