Fiona Wright on 'Someone like Me: An anthology of non-fiction by Autistic writers'

It goes without saying that due to misrepresentations of Autism in media and popular culture, many Autistic people miss out on seeing themselves, their unique experiences and their triumphs, platformed or seen. 

In the new anthology Someone Like Me, award-winning author Fiona Wright reflects on her experience of anorexia – with the unique perspective of an autism diagnosis in her mid-thirties, and the knowledge as many as half of all people with anorexia may be autistic.

Edited by Clem Bastow and Jo Case, the collection of stories features twenty-five Autistic women and gender-diverse writers who share their personal stories and challenge these stereotypes. This groundbreaking anthology covers a wide range of topics, from relationships and spontaneous dance parties to the natural world, eating disorders, intense passions, and religion. 

We'll be interviewing another contributor - leading activist Khadija Gbla - so watch this space, and be sure to grab a copy. 

Just a disclaimer - Fiona's story includes discussion of anorexia, so listen with care.