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Publishers of books that make a difference, part of the John Murray Press division of Hachette. In 2004 we opened our US office, in Philadelphia.

Visit our subject-specific pages or find out more on our websites: www.jkp.com and www.singingdragon.com Independent Academic, Educational and Professional Publisher of the Year, 2016 - British Book Industry Awards

The company was founded in 1987 in London by Jessica Kingsley and has grown since then to now publish over 250 books a year, which are available throughout the world. We publi

sh books for professionals and general readers in a range of subjects. We are well known for our long established lists on the autism spectrum, social work, and arts therapies. More recently we have published extensively in the fields of mental health, counselling, palliative care and practical theology. We have a range of graphic novels across these subject areas, and books for children, on issues including bereavement, depression and anger. Visit our subject-specific pages where you can find out more about the books we publish:

Adoption, Fostering and Parenting: https://www.facebook.com/JKPAdoption
Arts Therapies: https://www.facebook.com/JKPArtsTherapies
Autism, Asperger Syndrome and Related Conditions: https://www.facebook.com/JKPAutism
Dementia:
https://www.facebook.com/JKPDementia/
Social Work, Mental Health and Health Care: https://www.facebook.com/JKPSocialWork
Special Education Resources:
https://www.facebook.com/jkpspecialeducation/
Singing Dragon: https://www.facebook.com/SingingDragon

18/11/2024

Raising neurodivergent children comes with unique challenges—and triumphs. 💛

In A Different Kind of Parenting, bestselling author Eliza Fricker offers an honest, uplifting guide for families navigating complex systems and finding joy in the small wins. 🌟 A must-read for any parent seeking support, understanding, and a little hope. 🌈 Order now at www.JKP.com

15/11/2024

We're thrilled to share that How to Do Life With A Chronic Illness by was selected as one of ’s for 2024! 🎉 Give it a listen and explore the full list at the link in our bio🔗

Chronic illness affects everybody differently, but we all share the goal of living meaningfully and making the most of what we have. This book exists to help you take accessible steps towards that goal and build a life that truly feels like yours.

13/11/2024

DID SOMEONE SAY TRANS BOOK GIVEAWAY?! 🏳️‍⚧️️‍

To mark Trans Awareness Week we're giving you the chance to win one of these brilliant books written by a trans and/or non-binary author! We'll be choosing four lucky winners to receive a book of their choice from the stack of JKP books pictured and listed below. To enter:

🏳️‍⚧️Follow us at
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Good luck!

Books up for grab:

📖All the Things They Said We Couldn’t Have by T. C. Oakess-Monger
📖In Their Shoes by Jamie Windust
📖The Book of Non-Binary Joy by Ben Pechey
📖Surviving Transphobia edited by Laura A. Jacobs
📖Gender Confirmation Surgery by Edward Whelan
📖A Trans Man Walks Into A Gay Bar by Harry Nicholas
📖Trans S*x by Kelvin Sparks
📖Life Isn’t Binary by Meg-John Barker and Alex Iantaffi
📖Your Gender Book by Ben Pechey
📖The Trans Self-Care Workbook by Theo Nicole Lorenz

T&Cs

U.K. shipping addresses only. Prize draw closes on Wednesday 20th November at 11.59pm. Successful winners will be selected at random and contacted via Instagram by shortly after. Full T&Cs can be found in our LinkTree (in our bio).

12/11/2024

Meet Sophie, Freddie, Ajay, and more in Meet the Dyslexia Club! By the author of Dyslexia Is My Superpower, Margaret Rooke , comes an empowering new children's book that celebrates the unique strengths of kids with dyslexia! 🌟 Dive into their stories, talents, and everyday adventures, designed to inspire both children and adults alike.

Swipe to read what early NetGalley reviewers are saying! Available now at www.JKP.com

09/11/2024

This , we're highlighting books that support every step of the adoption journey. From connecting with your adopted child to understanding therapeutic parenting, our selection offers insights and guidance for adoptees, parents, siblings, and beyond. Explore stories, skills, and resources to deepen your journey and connect with a community that understands. All books available now at www.JKP.com

📚 Everyday Ways to Connect with Your Adopted or Fostered Child by Fiona Biggar

📚 The A-Z of Therapeutic Parenting by Sarah Naish

📚 The Unofficial Guide to Adoptive Parenting by Sally Donovan

📚 Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behaviours by Robyn Gobbel .gobbel

📚 Therapeutic Parenting: The Teen Years by Sally Donovan

📚 Skills and Knowledge with Life Story Work by Katie Wrench

📚 Life Work with Children Who Are Fostered or Adopted by Joy Rees

📚 The Seven Core Issues in Adoption and Permanency Workbook for Children and Teens by Allison Davis Maxon

📚 The Seven Core Issues Workbook for Parents of Traumatized Children and Teens by Sharon Roszia and Allison Davis Maxon

📚 The A-Z of Survival Strategies for Therapeutic Parents by Sarah Naish

📚 Lesbian and Gay Foster Care and Adoption, Second Edition by Stephen Hicks and Janet McDermott

07/11/2024

This , we're celebrating the transformative power of youth work with three must-read books that tackle the challenges young people face and offer practical, compassionate tools to make a real impact:

📘 Young Lives, Big Ambitions by Anne Longfield CBE – A rallying cry to break cycles of hardship and create opportunities for vulnerable youth to thrive.

📗 Skills and Knowledge for Life Story Work with Children and Adolescents by Katie Wrench – A step-by-step guide to help youth connect with their past and find strength for the future.

📙 Supporting Young People through Everyday Chaos by Nick Luxmoore – Hands-on strategies to guide youth through challenges like anxiety, trauma, and loss.

Let’s build a future where every young person feels valued, supported, and empowered! All books available now at www.JKP.com

04/11/2024

Unlock real transformative change with The Creative Cognitive Therapy Method by Pamela Hayes Malkoff! 🎨 This unique 10-session guide combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Art Therapy to help clients gain focus, manage anxiety, and spark lasting growth. Perfect for therapists or self-help seekers ready to dive into a structured, impactful approach to healing. Available now at www.JKP.com

31/10/2024

With winter just around the corner, we’re thrilled to share our upcoming lineup of audiobooks for the season👂

Whether you're looking for the perfect pre-order gift for a loved one, or looking to start the new year equipped full of new knowledge with some holiday listening, we've got you covered. All titles are available for pre-order now on Spotify, Audible, or wherever you enjoy audiobooks.

What have you been listening to lately? Let us know in the comments!

🎶Selling Out the Spectrum by
🎶Taking Off the Mask by Dr Hannah Belcher
🎶The Educator's Experience of Pathological Demand Avoidance by
🎶The Family Experience of PDA by
🎶A Different Way to Learn by Naomi Fisher

30/10/2024

Discover a world where dyspraxic kids shine, and meet some of the characters at the centre of it!

This beautifully illustrated book is the perfect guide for children to explore dyspraxia in a fun, positive, and relatable way. Follow the stories of talented kids who share what makes them amazing—from super memories and big imaginations to awesome flexibility and endless energy! This book not only highlights these unique strengths but also provides helpful tips for both children and adults on how to thrive with dyspraxia.

Empowering, engaging, and essential reading for kids, parents, and educators. 🌟

📖We Are the Dyspraxia Champions! By Alison Patrick, illustrated by .stringer.illustration - available now at www.JKP.com

24/10/2024

Discover the unique world of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) with Kathy Hoopmann's new book All About PDA! In classic Kathy Hoopmann style, with heartwarming animal photos and engaging text, this insightful read is perfect for children and adults alike. Whether you're newly diagnosed, a supporting loved one, or a professional, gain a deeper understanding of PDA and its challenges in a fun and positive way with All About PDA! Get your copy now at www.JKP.com 💙📖

23/10/2024

It’s *xualityAwarenessWeek!

While ace is an umbrella term for anyone on the as*xuality spectrum, the campaign highlights experiences and challenges that extend beyond just the ace community. As writes in I Am Ace: “Our culture weaponizes wanting or not wanting s*x across many different identities and experiences as a way to marginalize them. It’s not exclusive to as*xuality.”

One of the best ways to educate and raise awareness is through reading. To celebrate, we’re offering 20% off all our ace and aro titles at www.JKP.com for the entire week with code ACE20.

💜Hopeless Aromantic by Samantha Rendle .aimeee
🖤Amazing Ace, Awesome Aro by Victoria Holmes.
🤍Ace by David Jay
💜Ace Notes by Michele Kirichanskaya
🖤Ace and Aro Journeys by The Ace and Aro Advocacy Project
🤍The Ace and Aro Relationship Guide by Cody Daigle-Orians
💜I Am Ace by Cody Daigle-Orians
🖤Ace Voices by Eris Young .eris
🤍How to Be Ace by Rebecca Burgess

22/10/2024

Feeling overwhelmed and in need of some ideas to help power up your wellbeing? Join our Self-Care Bingo challenge designed specifically for women with ADHD.

✨ How many of these do you do to help you manage your when things get tough?

Tag a friend to join you and share your progress with us below!

You can find more tips and strategies in ADHD Girls to Women by ,

You can get 20% off our ADHD books for on www.JKP.com, when you use the code: ADHD24

21/10/2024

Happy publication day! We're so excited to welcome these fantastic new books to our collection. All available to browse and buy now at www.JKP.com

What titles are you excited to grab a copy of? Share the love in the comments 💛

📚 Ready Eddie Go series by Nikki Saunders

📚 All About PDA by Kathy Hoopman

📚 A Different Kind of Parenting by Eliza Fricker

📚 We Are the Dyspraxia Champions! By Alison Patrick

📚 The Ace and Aro Relationship Guide by Cody Daigle-Orians

📚 Meet the Dyslexia Club! By Margaret Rooke

📚The Creative Cognitive Therapy Method by Pamela Hayes Malkoff

📚A Doula’s Guide to Improving Maternal Health for BIPOC Women by Jacquelyn Clemmons

📚Starving the Gremlins Workbooks for Ages 10+ by Kate Collins-Donnelly

📚Starving the Gremlins Workbooks for Ages 5-9 by Kate Collins-Donnelly

📚Dr Huebner’s Mini Books About Mighty Fears (7 Book Collection)

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19/10/2024

What is music therapy? How does it work? And how can music make a difference in people’s lives? 🎶

A Graphic Guide to Music Therapy by breaks it all down in the style of a graphic novel—perfect for anyone curious about the field! Whether you're an aspiring music therapist or just passionate about the power of music, this book dives into the essential concepts, techniques, and the real impact of music therapy. With beautifully illustrated insights into sessions, career paths, and therapeutic approaches, this guide is the ultimate companion for learning and advocacy! Available now at www.JKP.com

17/10/2024

Parenting is tough, and being neurodivergent can add extra challenges. But it can work. 🌟

In Parenting When You’re Autistic, Pooky Knightsmith shares real, practical advice for raising kids as a neurodivergent parent. From handling meltdowns to embracing self-care, this honest and relatable guide helps you build a positive relationship with your child—while looking after your own mental health too. 💛Get your copy now at www.JKP.com

10/10/2024

“Trauma is not necessarily simply about dramatic experiences like being captured”

When you pre-order 20 Ways to Break Free from Trauma by Philippa Smethurst using the code WAITE15, you can get 15% off plus a fascinating interview with hostage negotiator Sir Terry Waite, who was captured and held in captivity for FIVE years suffering serious deprivation.

Watch Terry and Philippa's enlightening discussion around the meaning of suffering and how trauma changes us from the inside, sometimes in surprising ways.

Pre-order your copy at the link in our bio

(Offer valid until 11.59pm GMT on 20/11/24. By using this code you thereby agree to receive the video via a one-off email from Jessica Kingsley Publishers on November 21st 2024)

09/10/2024

Do you struggle with procrastination? Do you often find yourself losing motivation half-way through projects?

The first step is to find out what your procrastination style is- and luckily, Risa Williams , author of the upcoming 'The Procrastination Playbook for Adults with ADHD' is here to help with a brand new quiz. Head to the link in our bio to find out your procrastination style and what tips work for you in just a few clicks!

Comment your procrastination style below! Mine is task prioritisation!😅

More about the book:

🔊'A fantastic guide that integrates the best strategies found in modern therapies to provide practical tools that work. I highly recommend you check out this book." - Scott Waltman, PsyD.

Available to pre-order now at www.JKP.com

08/10/2024

Out now! The community returns with an inspiring and practical guide designed to help Autistic teens and young adults build independence. It also offers valuable insights for loved ones on becoming strong, informed allies. Get your copy now at www.JKP.com.

🗣️ “A positive, neurodiversity-affirming manifesto for Autistic young people transitioning to adulthood and independence, and for anyone invested in how that journey unfolds." – Cathy Wassell, CEO of charity and author of Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person

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🧡 Three beautiful books to help with child and teen mental health this Autumn: 🍂 1. Doodle Yourself Happy by Tanja Sharpe, founder of Creative Counsellors: https://brnw.ch/DoodleYourselfHappy 🍂 2. The Elf, The Princess and the Impossible Shoe by Anthony Lloyd Jones: https://brnw.ch/TheElfthePrincess 🍂 3. My Grief Handbook by Beck Ferrari and David Trickey of Anna Freud: http://brnw.ch/MyGriefHandbook