In this episode:

• Writing from a neurodivergent perspective [3:29 ]

• Working as an advocate [5:48 ]

• Drawing real life into fiction writing [6:13 ]

• The benefit of using sensitivity readers [6:31 ]

• The importance of writing inclusive books [5:25 ]

• Tips on the process of publishing children books [12:36 ]

An autistic mom of three autistic kids, Jen Malia is the author of The Infinity Rainbow Club series and Too Sticky! Sensory Issues with Autism. She is Professor of English and Creative Writing Coordinator at Norfolk State University. She has written for or appeared on the New York Times, the Washington Post, NPR, Parents, Glamour,  Woman's Day, and others. She has a Ph.D. in English from the University of Southern California and is pursuing an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults at the Vermont College of Fine Arts. Originally from Pittsburgh, she currently lives with her husband and three kids in Virginia Beach. 

Connect with Jen:

Website: JenMalia.com

Information about Jen's Books: https://jenmalia.com/books/the-infinity-rainbow-club-series/

Jen's Publisher's information: https://www.beamingbooks.com/store/author/8504/Jen-Malia

Connect with Estelle:

Her website: https://estelleserasmus.com (sign up for her newsletter and receive her free pitching guide).

Writing That Gets Noticed: Find Your Voice, Become a Better Storyteller, Get Published: https://estelleserasmus.com/books/writing-that-gets-noticed/

Adjunct Instructor, NYU (Sign up for her latest classes-Writing That Gets Noticed is now a course for the Journalism Certificate) https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/faculty/1068-estelle-erasmus.html

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