Jo’s Special Gifts

April 28, 2024April 28, 2024 by onemoreexclamation

Welcome to the precious book tour for Jo’s Special Gifts by Mariam Shapera and hosted by The Children’s Book Review. Keep on reading and be sure to enter the giveaway!

About Jo’s Special Gifts

Title: Jo’s Special Gifts

Written by: Mariam Shapera

Illustrated by: Lorna Humphreys

Ages: 4+ Pages: 39

Publisher: Mariam Shapera

ISBN-13: 979-8-9896337-0-8

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Join Jo, an enthusiastic, curious, and sensitive boy, as he shares his autistic joys and challenges with you. This is an emotional journey that celebrates neurodiversity and embracing one’s own gifts. This heartwarming rhyming story celebrates the unique gifts that each person can bring to the world. You will love entering this amazing autistic brain as we celebrate Jo’s special gifts.

Review for Jo’s Special Gifts

A one-stop book for it all. This is the story of a boy with autism and the parents who love and support him unconditionally. It is dipped in positivity and rolled in empathy. Through engaging rhyme and astounding illustrations, the message unfolds as to each person’s uniqueness, talents, and personalities. Every home and library needs this book on their bookshelves.

I received a copy of this book in order to share my opinion.

About the Author

Mariam Shapera who is a family doctor and Autism advocate, was raised in the United Kingdom but now lives in California with her husband and three children. ‘Having to learn to advocate for my autistic son, Jo, I wanted to combine my love for writing children’s books with my goal of increasing autism acceptance. I have observed countless times the way Jo pursues his interests and passions and the autistic joy they bring him. So this book was born.’

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About the Illustrator

Lorna Humphreys lives in the United Kingdom with her partner, her two daughters and her cat. She works with authors all over the world and, through her illustrations, helps bring many wonderful stories to life. ‘My eldest daughter, Olivia, is autistic and struggles with social interaction and emotional regulation. When Mariam asked if I would collaborate with her, I was delighted to have the opportunity to illustrate a book that would mean so much to children like Jo and Olivia, to remind them of how special and gifted they are!’

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Giveaway for Jo’s Special Gifts

Enter for your chance to win a signed hardcover copy, a signed copy of Mariam’s first book, Up Up You Go, Jo! and a $25 Starbucks gift card.

Click here for the entry form.