Any REALLY GOOD books over mild Asperger Syndrome

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I have Asperger Syndrome, but a mild form. However, there is no doubt a possibility that I can still get some help with an Asperger Book. Does anyone know of any extremely good ones? So far I have The Complete Guide to Asperger Syndrome, Solutions for Adults with Asperger Syndrome and Build Your Own Life.

I thought I posted a response but it doesnt seem to be here. It seems like I am more high-functioning than some aspies but I can barely cope. The only book I've read on the subject is Look Me In the Eye by John Robison which made me feel better about myself because he says people also judge him for what they perceive to be odd demeanor/facial expressions.

The Complete Guide to Aspergers Syndrome by Attwood is still the best, read it all.

Maybe look at some of the blogs by "higher functioning" Aspies - e.g. Aspies with careers etc.

Rudy Simone is one, although her website is understandably focussed on females with AS. See http://www.help4aspergers.com/

Gavin Bollard is another - a male IT techie from Australia - http://www.theperfectgiftforaman.com.au/contributors/gavin-bollard/

Both of these were diagnosed as adults, so they were not severe enough to be picked up as children with some kind of disorder. (Bear in mind that Asperger's has only been available for about 15 years or so, and anyone older than 30-35 with AS has probably been diagnosed as an adult).

There are heaps of blogs by accomplished Aspies. Google can probably help you track some down. Some of them have even written books.

I don't think there are any books about mild AS. There are only books out there about AS. Not moderate AS or severe AS, just AS.

'The Journey Home from Autism' is my most recent book. Not meaning to do a shameless promotion but I truly wrote this to be used as a handbook. It covers the journey of understanding, accepting and inspiring my son who went from non-verbal to no longer qualifying for services. *Won a 1st place INDIE and an EVVY award.

Also - coming soon: 'Asperger's Rhymes with Bass Burgers', written by my 9 year old son to describe my 11 year old son with Asperger's. Here is a page from his book: "Try to understand that they probably aren’t ignoring you. I think that most people with Asperger’s Syndrome are thinking about a lot of things at the same time. They have to stop thinking about all of the other things so that they can think about what you’re thinking about. I guess that would be pretty hard to do. I think I’m usually only thinking about one thing at a time."

To anyone from this site who would like a copy of The Journey Home from Autism - please mention this site when you order and I'll send you TWO copies when you order ONE on my site: AutismWithRhonda(dot)com

Enjoy Tanner's letters on my site also! His most recent is about his thoughts on quantum mechanics. I'm sure he'd love to hear from you.

I find myself to be a mild aspie as well. So far the only books I've got are:

Social skills for teenagers and adults with Aspergers syndrome (still reading, seems good)
Aspergers meets girl (rubbish!)

Try "Wait, What Do You Mean?" Asperger's Tell and Show. Adults on the spectrum including more than 100 quotes, many from here at WP. Available at www.xlibris.com. Or, PM me and I'll send you a signed soft or hard cover at 20 % discount.