A record of my academic writing, book chapters, books and community resources, along with work that cites or features mine. References follow APA 7th edition.
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reviews and essays
Selvam, B., & Edgar, H. (2026, September 11). A ‘neurodivergent turn’: Review of Critical neurodiversity studies: Divergent textualities in literature and culture. The Polyphony. https://thepolyphony.org/2026/09/11/review-critical-neurodiversity-studies-divergent-textualities/
book chapters and contributions
Murray, F., & Edgar, H. (2026). Embracing monotropism and flow. In R. Davis, C. O’Neill, & S. Fletcher-Watson (Eds.), It takes all kinds of minds: Fostering neurodivergent thriving at school. Routledge. https://www.routledge.com/It-Takes-All-Kinds-of-Minds-Fostering-Neurodivergent-Thriving-at-School/Davis-ONeill-Fletcher-Watson/p/book/9781032796222
Edgar, H. (2023). Preface. In V. Dawes, Understanding Autistic burnout. Self-published. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Understanding-Autistic-Burnout-Viv-Dawes/dp/B0BZFNTZ4Q
Edgar, H. (2024). Contribution (title to follow). In L. Chapman & K. Mears (Eds.), Ways of being, knowing and doing: An anthology for neurodivergent-informed practice [eBooklet]. https://autismbooksbyautisticauthors.com/ways-of-being-knowing-and-doing/
Edgar, H. (2026). Alex and Helen: Focus and burnout. In J. Grace, The scale of the spectrum: Insight into Autistic experiences. Pavilion. https://pavpub.com/learning-disability/autism/the-scale-of-the-spectrum-insight-into-autistic-experiences
Edgar, H. (n.d.). Contribution. In J. Farrington (Ed.), A community guide to a happy neurodivergent Christmas. Medium. https://jade-farrington.medium.com/a-community-guide-to-a-happy-neurodivergent-christmas-cd71415df8c5
forthcoming
Edgar, H. (in press). Neuroqueering liminal spaces. In N. Walker (Ed.), Neuroqueer theory anthology (working title). Autonomous Press. https://autpress.com/
Edgar, H., & Boren, R. (in press). Neuroqueer learning spaces. In N. Walker (Ed.), Neuroqueer theory anthology (working title). Autonomous Press. https://autpress.com/
Edgar, H. (in press). Monotropism and burnout. In D. Milton (Ed.), The monotropism reader. Pavilion. https://pavpub.com/
Edgar, H. (in press). Supporting monotropic people. In Gestalt counselling (title, editors and publisher to be confirmed).
Edgar, H. (in press). My monotropic galaxy. In M. Stancombe & L. Nel (Eds.), UNIQUE (publisher to be confirmed).
Gray-Hammond, D., Edgar, H., & Murray, A. (in press). Supporting Autistic people: A six-point framework handbook. NeuroHub Community. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Supporting-Autistic-People-Six-Point-Framework-ebook/dp/B0HKJYWNFG
Skinner, A., Aldred, K. L., & Edgar, H. (in press). Neurodivergent cultures of regulation [Guidance document]. York St John University.
Munroe, A., Edgar, H., & Grace, J. (in preparation). From framework to ways of being: Reimagining practice with learners with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities using SPACE-E. Atlantic Technological University St Angela’s; Autistic Realms; The Sensory Projects.
books
Gray-Hammond, D., & Edgar, H. (2026). Re-storying autism: A framework for families, parents, and carers: Reimagining support for Autistic people. NeuroHub Community. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Re-Storying-Autism-Framework-Families-Reimagining/dp/B0GHN97QXM
Edgar, H. (2023). Embracing monotropism and supporting young people to help prevent Autistic burnout. Self-published. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Embracing-Monotropism-Supporting-Prevent-Autistic/dp/B0CM1HN4SW (also available from Autistic Realms)
Edgar, H. (2025). Neuro-affirming glossary of key words and terms supporting the neurodivergent community (2025 ed.). Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/neuro-affirming-glossary-by-helen-edgar-2025-edition/
translations
Tarragnat, O. (2026, April 6). What would a neuroqueer pedagogy be? (H. Edgar & O. Tarragnat, Trans.). Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/what-would-a-neuroqueer-pedagogy-be/ (Original work published 2026)
endorsements
Dark, J. (in press). Balance: How neurodivergent adults can nurture well-being across work, life and self-care. Jessica Kingsley Publishers. https://uk.jkp.com/products/balance-how-neurodivergent-adults-can-support-holistic-wellbeing-across-work-life-and-personal-selfcare
McLaughlin, M. (n.d.). Morven’s first Autistic pride (C. Polley, Illus.). Self-published. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Morvens-First-Autistic-Marion-McLaughlin/dp/B0H3FQCK6R
Neilson, S., & Hellfeld, L. (2024). Creating safe spaces for Autistic people: A guide for building your affirming organisation or group. Self-published. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Creating-Safe-Spaces-Autistic-People/dp/B0CZXW8NGZ
work citing or featuring mine
Dawes, V. (2025). The young person’s guide to Autistic burnout (J. Dawes, Illus.). Jessica Kingsley Publishers. https://uk.jkp.com/products/the-young-persons-guide-to-autistic-burnout
Dawes, V. (in press). Survival to safety: Neurodivergent burnout and recovery. Jessica Kingsley Publishers. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Survival-Safety-Neurodivergent-Burnout-Recovery/dp/1839979232
Dawes, V. (n.d.). Supporting children and young people through Autistic burnout: A workbook. Self-published. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Supporting-Children-Through-Autistic-Workbook/dp/B0C6P6DZ38
Elphinstone, K. (2024). How to raise happy neurofabulous children: A parents’ guide. Jessica Kingsley Publishers. https://uk.jkp.com/products/how-to-raise-happy-neurofabulous-children
Kavanagh, M., Day, A., Hartman, D., O’Donnell-Killen, T., & Doyle, J. K. (2025). The neurodiversity affirmative child autism assessment handbook. Jessica Kingsley Publishers. https://uk.jkp.com/products/the-neurodiversity-affirmative-child-autism-assessment-handbook
McSweeney, A. (n.d.). I am sunshine me. Self-published. https://www.amazon.co.uk/I-am-sunshine-me/dp/B0CPBH8BPF
Murphy, K. (2025). Neurodiversity-affirming practices in early childhood: An empowering guide to diverse development and play. Routledge. https://www.routledge.com/Neurodiversity-Affirming-Practices-in-Early-Childhood-An-Empowering-Guide-to-Diverse-Development-and-Play/Murphy/p/book/9781032346526
Navin, V. (2026). Sensory spaces: An A-Z of immersive and creative environments to support sensory integration. Routledge. https://www.routledge.com/Sensory-Spaces-An-A-Z-of-Immersive-and-Creative-Environments-to-Support-Sensory-Integration/Navin/p/book/9781032989112
Tarragnat, O. (2026, February 19). Qu’est-ce que serait une pédagogie neuroqueer ? [What would a neuroqueer pedagogy be?]. Genre en cours. https://genre-en-cours.education/b8e876ff-2365-498d-a024-e971e82af0fd/
autistic realms ebooks and resources
ebooks
Edgar, H. (2023). Autistic burnout: A family guide: Developing understanding and opening up conversations to support children and young people through Autistic burnout [eBook]. Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/autistic-burnout-a-family-guide/
Edgar, H. (2025). Embracing monotropism and supporting young Autistic people with transitions at home and school [eBook]. Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/monotropism-supporting-young-autistic-people-with-transitions/
Gray-Hammond, D., Adkin, T., & Edgar, H. (2025). Autism is not a disorder [eBook]. Autistic Wellbeing Series. Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/is-autism-a-disorder-autistic-wellbeing-series/
Edgar, H., Adkin, T., & Gray-Hammond, D. (2025). Empowering advocacy: Neuro-affirming support for your Autistic young person at school [eBook]. Autistic Wellbeing Series. Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/neuro-affirming-support-for-your-autistic-young-person-at-school/
free ebooks
Murray, F., & Edgar, H. (2026). An introduction to the theory of monotropism to support Autistic young people [eBook]. Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/an-introduction-to-the-theory-of-monotropism/
Gray-Hammond, D., & Edgar, H. (2025). Autism and neurodiversity starter pack: Why we are burnt out and ways forward [eBook]. Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/autism-and-neurodiversity-starter-pack/
Edgar, H., McLaughlin, M., & Goodhall, F. (2025). Words inspired by the experience of being monotropic [eBook]. Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/monotropism-inspired-words/
Edgar, H. (2024). Neurodiversity affirming signposting ideas [eBook]. Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/neurodiversity-affirming-signposting-ideas/
webinar companion ebooks (the pda space)
Edgar, H. (2023). Building a family sensory toolkit [eBook; webinar by T. Pritchard]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/building-a-family-sensory-toolkit/
Edgar, H. (2023). Reasonable adjustments in school [eBook; webinar by N. Reekie & A. Hind]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/reasonable-adjustments-in-school/
Edgar, H. (2023). Embodiment and sensory systems [eBook; webinars by N. Shek, D. Aldred & K. L. Aldred]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/embodiment-and-sensory-systems/
Edgar, H. (2024). The limbic system explained: Supporting you with ways to help you and your child regulate [eBook; webinar by N. Reekie & Nanny Aut]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/the-limbic-system-explained/
Edgar, H. (2024). Supporting our children’s executive functioning skills, in lower demand ways [eBook; webinar by J. Riordan]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/supporting-our-childrens-executive-functioning-skills/
Edgar, H. (2024). An introduction to monotropism [eBook; webinar by F. Murray]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/monotropism/
Edgar, H. (2024). What does being neurodiversity affirming really mean? [eBook; webinar by J. Garner, hosted by N. Reekie]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/what-does-it-mean-to-be-neurodiversity-affirming/
Edgar, H. (2024). Understanding OCD and Tourettes [eBook; webinar by M. Ralph & P. Stevenson]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/understanding-ocd-and-tourettes/
Edgar, H. (2024). Embodiment: Supporting family well-being during transitions [eBook; webinar by K. L. Aldred]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/embodiment-supporting-family-wellbeing-during-transitions/
Edgar, H. (2024). Being your authentic Autistic self: Top 10 tips [eBook; webinar by C. Bonnello]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/being-your-authentic-autistic-self-top-10-tips/
Edgar, H. (2024). An introduction to sensory processing difficulties [eBook; webinar by V. Robinson]. The PDA Space; Autistic Realms. https://autisticrealms.com/product/an-introduction-to-sensory-processing-difficulties/
workbooks and training
Edgar, H., Boren, R., Hobbs, N., & Adams, C. (2025). My monotropic map: Workbook and activity ideas [Workbook]. Autistic Realms; Stimpunks. https://autisticrealms.com/product/my-monotropic-map-workbook/
Edgar, H., Boren, R., Hobbs, N., & Adams, C. (2025). Map of monotropic experiences: Reframing autism through a neurodiversity-affirming lens [Training pack]. Autistic Realms; Stimpunks. https://autisticrealms.com/product/training-with-notes-the-map-of-monotropic-experiences/