There's a Boy in Here, Revised Edition - by Sean Barron & Judy Barron (Paperback)

About the Book

Judy Barron chronicles her son's battle with autism, discussing how she and the other members of the family learned to deal with his outbursts and special challenges.

Book Synopsis

Updated and Revised Edition! There's A Boy In Here provides an insightful view from inside the mind of autism.

This dual autobiography is written in point-counterpoint style by Sean and his mother, Judy Barron. Together, they chronicle his young life and the effects of autism on him and his family. As a young person, Sean was confrontational, uncontrollable, "isolated and desperately unhappy." Baffled about how to interact with others, he felt "like an alien from outer space."

Then, at seventeen, Sean experienced a breakthrough that began his release from autism. Today he's a public speaker, journalist, and close to his family. Read this inspiring story and discover how he was able to become a successful journalist, have a strong relationship with his girlfriend, and live a full and independent life.

Review Quotes

"An unusual point/counterpoint journal by a mother and son, chronicling years he suffered from autism and his remarkable recovery....Notable for its window into the thoughts and feelings of an autistic child--and for its gratifyingly happy ending."-- "Kirkus Reviews"

About the Author

Judy Barron is a lyricist and writer who divides her time between writing children's songs and books, and painting floor cloths and faux finishes. She lives in Poland, Ohio

Sean Barron is a very interesting and intelligent man who has faced the challenge of autism. There Is a Boy in Here has won many accolades for offering the unique perspectives of two people who look at the same world but see and feel entirely different things. Sean Barron has progressed to the point that it is difficult to even realize that he once was truly impacted by autism/Asperger's Syndrome. He is now a journalist who lives independently, and recently co-authored Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships with Dr. Temple Grandin. Sean is a graduate of Youngstown State University, and works as a reporter for the Youngstown Vindicator.