There's a Boy in Here: A mother and son tell the story of his emergence from autism

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.