Marching to a Different Beat: A family's journey with autism by Sarah Ziegel - Used

Winner of the 2023 Selfies Book Awards UK - Memoir/Autobiography category

Sarah Ziegel's true story of how she brought up her four autistic boys spans over two decades from their diagnosis age two to the thriving young adults they are now.

This inspirational memoir has been called 'raw' 'heartwarming' and 'heartbreaking'.

Everyone with autism is unique. Everyone has their own talents. This book tells you how this family exceeded all expectations of them to live their best lives.
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'Sarah writes lovingly and honestly. This book is refreshingly devoid of sensationalism, from accounts of near despair to tales of fun and adventure. It demonstrates why so many parents of disabled children feel continually embattled in their struggle to achieve the right kind of support. I am very grateful to have been invited into their lives through this book, and glad that their journey can now be shared among a wider readership.' Dr Virginia Bovell OBE Vice President Ambitious about Autism

My little boy boy was diagnosed last year aged 3. This book gives a brilliant insight into the hardships and emotional struggle of having a child with ASD. In reading it, I felt I had found a true friend. Most importantly, this book has given me hope. Thank you for writing this - you will probably never appreciate the difference you have made to parents like me. Charlotte Bennett - Amazon review

'It is FANTASTIC. This is a fabulously joyous and uplifting book which tells the story of how with a great deal of love and determination these four autistic boys are able to fulfil their potential.' Victoria Prentis MP for Banbury

'A gorgeously written gem of a book. Each page glistens with truth, laughter and beauty as Sarah bravely weaves the honest story of her family. More than a slice of life, it's the whole Ziegel cake, messy plate , crumbs and all, leaving you with nothing but admiration and celebration for a wonderful, unique family.' Alex Oates Playwright

'I am delighted to find a book which I can recommend to the families I work with as an example of parenting autistic children; the highs and lows, the joys and struggles but most importantly, the emphasis on how the right support can change a child's future.' Baruch Spiegel Director of Hopetree Clinic.