Lucy Blackman was born in Melbourne, Australia in 1972. After leaving school she completed her BA (Hons) in Literary Studies through Deakin University in Geelong. She now lives in Queensland. Lucy's Story, first published in 1999, is her first book. Lucy's Story recounts the life of a young woman with autism who has never used speech, but her descriptions and perspective are also applicable to people with Asperger's syndrome. Despite her communication problems, Lucy has an intellectual level that is considerably above average. Her autobiography explains her struggles with vocal communication, sensory sensitivity and autistic behaviour
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As well as an autobiography this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in autism and sensory issues
