New Member of Staff

I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself to the online autism bookstore community. My name is Melanie Borgen and I am the newest staff member of the Autism Society of North Carolina Bookstore. Let me tell you about myself, I received my Bachelors of Arts degree at the University of Connecticut in English, with a concentration in creative writing, in 2003. I also had the fortune to work with adults with disabilities for two summers as a camp counselor in Connecticut, while still in college.
Since then I've worked at two non-profits. I am continually inspired by the mission of non-profits like the Autism Society of North Carolina. I am excited to become an active participant in getting information about autism to the public. I hope that we can take this journey together and learn from each other along the way. If you would like to contact me please e-mail me at madams-borgen@autismsociety-nc.org

Autographed copies- At Home in the Land of Oz!

Anne Barnhill, author of At Home in the Land of Oz: Autism, My Sister, and Me, and Cary NC resident, was kind enough to stop by the Bookstore today, and sign numerous copies of her book. Autographed copies are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so order your copy today! Read Hope's raving review of this book here.

GLIMPSE Publication

Announcing Glimpse

A new online literary magazine presents works by artists with autism and other developmental challenges Washington, D.C., March 5, 2008 (ICDL). The premier issue of America’s first online literary magazine featuring works by people with autism and other developmental challenges offers more than a Glimpse into the rich, creative inner life of these individuals. Remarkable as both art and insight, these poems, short essays, paintings, drawings, and photography broaden our understanding of the creative processes in all of us.

Glimpse is published by the Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental and Learning Disorders (ICDL), a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of emotional and developmental disorders in infancy and childhood by promoting dialogue and integrating knowledge from different disciplines. Please click here to access a PDF version of Glimpse: http://www.icdl.com/bookstore/glimpse/documents/GLIMPSE-1308.pdf

For more information about Glimpse, including submission guidelines, please visit www.icdl.com.

This information is provided from the Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental and Learning Disorders (ICDL).

ASNC Top Ten Best Sellers List for February

February 2008 Top 10 Bestsellers

1. More Than Words
   
   
2. Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome
   
   
3. Tasks Galore (book 1)
   
   
4. Tasks Galore: Making Groups Meaningful
   
   
5. Tasks Galore for the Real World
   
   
6. TEACCH Structured Teaching Assessment Guide
   
   
7. Social Behavior Mapping
   
   
8. My Social Stories Book
   
   
9. TEACCH Transition Assessment Profile (TTAP) 2nd ed.
   
   
10. Visual Supports for People with Autism

Please visit our website to read detailed descriptions of these and other popular titles. We are also adding new books weekly, so check out our New Items category to see our latest offerings.

Great New Early Intervention Resource

I was so impressed by one of the newest titles that we've added to the Bookstore this month that I deemed it blog-worthy (the ultimate honor). The title that I am referring to is Early Intervention: Fast Facts. The author, a doctor by the name of Raun D. Melmed, has packed a great deal of useful information into this small pamphlet-sized resource guide. Dr. Melmed has taken the knowledge that he has gained through his years of experience working as a developmental and behavioral pediatrician, and used this knowledge to predict some commonly asked questions that parents of newly-diagnosed children might have. Some examples of these questions are: "What are the Signs of Autism?"; "What is Autism and What is Not?"; and "What to Expect and When to get Concerned?" The best part is that for all of the great information that you are getting, the price of this book is a very reasonable $9.95. Get your copy here.

Miracle Run - Lifetime Movie

Miracle Run will be broadcast by Lifetime Movie Network this Friday, February, 8th, at 8 pm. Mary-Louise Parker stars as a single mother coping with her 7 year old twins and their diagnosis of autism. With their mother's support, the boys accomplish more than anyone ever dreamed. This movie is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by viewers and also stars Aidan Quinn and Zac Efron.



This movie is not sold on DVD in the US - so don't forget to watch. Visit LMN now and click to receive an e-mail update so you don't forget to tune in!

ASNC Top Ten Bestsellers List for January

January 2008 Top 10 Bestsellers

1. TEACCH Structured Teaching Assessment Guide
   
   
2. Since We're Friends
   
   
3. More Than Words
   
   
4. Tasks Galore
   
   
5. TEACCH Approach to Autism Spectrum Disorders
   
   
6. My Mouth is a Volcano
   
   
7. TEACCH Transition Assessment Profile (TTAP) 2nd ed.
   
   
8. Asperger Syndrome: An Owner's Manual TWO
   
   
9. Tasks Galore: Making Groups Meaningful
   
   
10. How To Do Incidental Teaching
    

Please visit our website to read detailed descriptions of these and other popular titles. We are also adding new books weekly, so check out our New Items category to see our latest offerings.