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The Mother Load

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Pub Date 1 Sep 2023 | Archive Date 4 Jun 2023

General Fiction (Adult) | Parenting & Families | Women's Fiction

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Things will get easier when he starts school... That's what Lucy was told, and she believed it. But now that her autistic son Stanley has joined Reception, his obsession with Africa and daily screaming fits at the school gates haven't exactly won him or Lucy any popularity contests. So for Stanley's fifth birthday Lucy plans an extravagant party to help him connect with his classmates. But her autistic husband Ed knows how his son's mind works better than anyone, so instead of a big bash, they travel to Wales to eat a Libya-shaped birthday cake with Lucy's family. And suddenly Lucy is faced with the truth about what her family really needs, and how they can finally find their tribe...

Things will get easier when he starts school... That's what Lucy was told, and she believed it. But now that her autistic son Stanley has joined Reception, his obsession with Africa and daily...

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Advance Praise

Praise for M is for Mummy:

'A funny and touching insight into music, autism and motherhood' Dawn French

'A truthful book that dives headfirst into the realities of motherhood that will make you laugh out loud and touch your heart in equal measure' Izzy Judd

'A relatable yet original read you won't be able to put down... will make you laugh out loud. Simply brilliant!' Vicki Broadbent (The Honest Mum)

Praise for M is for Mummy:

'A funny and touching insight into music, autism and motherhood' Dawn French

'A truthful book that dives headfirst into the realities of motherhood that will make you laugh...

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ISBN 9781838953171
PRICE US$24.99 (USD)
PAGES 304

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