Temple Grandin: The Stories I Tell My Friends

Excellent book! Anyone who has a family member, friend, or just wants to know more about living with autism should read this book. It is witty and insightful. I will absolutely recommend this to others. It gives the reader a glimpse into the mind of someone living and thriving on the spectrum.

A fascinating read...does not have to be read cover to cover but can be dipped into, depending on the situation you nay be seeking insight on. A well written collection which can provide a window into a sometimes frustrating world for those not on the spectrum trying to understand the thinking of those who are.

I am all about learning about Temple Grandin. It probably is because I am so heavily involved in the lives of kids on the spectrum, but I never feel like I can get enough information about it. Temple has of course written her own books, but it was a nice reprieve getting to read such a light-hearted account of this amazing woman. An added plus is that Anita is also on the spectrum, so she was able to add in her own thoughts and "notes" on Temple's stories. Great read! Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this book as an ARC.

Temple Grandin is, and has been, a hero of mine. Part of my admiration for her is for her accomplishments and speeches on behalf of the autism community. This biggest part though? Her determination and sense of humor. That woman is an inspiration in so many senses of the word!~ When I go into meeting for my sons IEP or find myself explaining for the millionth time why my son IS normal, his brain is just uniquely wired I keep Temple Grandins accomplishments and attitude in the back of my mind. Stories I Tell My Friends was a funny, beautiful look into her life and I enjoyed the visit immensely.

Temple Grandin has played an important role in the understanding of the autistic spectrum. She was the first person to really speak out about how it felt to be autistic - albeit high functioning. Her work over the years has been important in enabling understanding. I also believe her work in the American Cattle Industry has been invaluable!
This is a book of tales about Temple told by a close friend. It provides insights which are invaluable to anyone living or working with someone on the autistic spectrum. Obviously they may also be of interest to people on the spectrum themselves! They are also fascinating for anyone with an interest in people who are slightly out of the box!
I found that I enjoyed this book by dipping in and out of it. One chunk could be read at a time.
I received a free copy of this book via Netgalley.

As a mom of a girl on the spectrum, I have learned a lot from Temple. I appreciate her candid honesty about everything she does and says.

Being that I look up to Dr. Grandin and have met her several times, read her book and listened to her talks, I found that this shows you the life of a celebrity a yes, though they say she's famous for her cattle handling and her positive tactics on autism, this book goes to show you that she's human just like the rest of us and rather doesn't let the label of fame get to her head. Rather, she seems to be more of a regular person who would you find in your community who not only is good at solving problems but someone who you could sit and have coffee and have a good laugh or a good cry with. Finally, forget that's she's autistic!