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Kay Kerr is an autistic author and journalist from the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. Her debut novel Please Don't Hug Me (2020) was shortlisted for Book of the Year for Older Children at the Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA) in 2021, and listed as a 'Notable Book' by the Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA). Her second novel, Social Queue (October 2021) was also a 'Notable Book' by the CBCA. Kay's freelance writing has appeared in SBS Voices, Daily Life, Broadsheet, and Peppermint Magazine, amongst others. She writes about autistic representation, disability, parenting, pop culture, gardening, and feelings. Kay has appeared on Channel 10's The Project and ABC's The Drum to discuss adult autism diagnosis, as well as on a wide range of podcasts and radio programs. She has worked with autism support organisations Amaze, Autism Awareness Australia, and Specialisterne, and runs a writing group for autistic teenagers on the Sunshine Coast. Kay Kerr is an autistic author and journalist from the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. Her debut novel Please Don't Hug Me (2020) was shortlisted for Book of the Year for Older Children at the Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA) in 2021, and listed as a 'Notable Book' by the Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA). Her second novel, Social Queue (October 2021) was also a 'Notable Book' by the CBCA.
'Beautiful, nuanced and heartwarming, Love & Autism is an immersive, joyful read about life and love through an autistic lens.' -- Sally Hepworth, author of The Mother-In-Law 'An important, heartfelt and generous book for neurodivergent people, disabled people and allies.' -- Carly Findlay OAM, award-winning writer, speaker and appearance activist 'A fierce, tender and affirming celebration of the autistic community's capacity for, and experience of, love.' -- Sarah Ayoub, author of Hate is Such a Strong Word and The Yearbook Committee 'Love & Autism draws together complex, beautiful and personal storying shared from within the worlds, hearts and minds of neurodiverse peoples, while focusing on a subject which is relatable for all: love. Relational, both in focus and writing style, Kay has created a gift that may benefit all who have the privilege of unwrapping it.' -- Dr Amy Thung 'A compassionate, affirming exploration of the vastness of love. Kerr writes with a journalist's hunger for the heart of the story and illuminates minds often misunderstood. Essential reading for neurodivergent and neurotypical lovers alike.' -- Anna Spargo-Ryan
