Autistically Me by Bradley Riches

Written by a hugely popular actor and autism advocate, this book is for neurodiverse Gen Z-ers looking for an inspirational mix of real-life advice with a heartfelt personal story.

ARE YOU READY TO BECOME AUTHENTICALLY, AUTISTICALLY YOU?

Bradley Riches is an award-winning actor, but until he found his voice at theatre school aged ten, he spoke only a few words. Fast-forward a decade, and he not only appears on-screen, he’s also a confident advocate for autism awareness. In this warm-hearted book, he tells us his story and shares the toolkit of tips that have helped him thrive.

Discover executive functioning strategies, self-acceptance exercises, techniques for managing sensory overload, as well as advice on understanding social cues and setting boundaries to create healthy relationships. Bradley also covers-

Getting a diagnosis
Autism and gender
Flourishing in education and work
Tapping into creative passions
Finding your community

With cutting-edge research from the charity Autistica throughout, plus advice for supportive family members and friends, this life-changing book will empower you to embrace your unique mind!

Written by a hugely popular actor and autism advocate, this book is for neurodiverse Gen Z-ers looking for an inspirational mix of real-life advice with a heartfelt personal story.

About the Author: Bradley Riches is a queer, autistic actor best known for the Netflix series Heartstopper, a role in the film Saltburn and his role as an autistic character in Emmerdale. With a fast-growing social media following of 1.6M, Bradley has cultivated an online community centred on celebrating neurodiverse minds. His advocacy work includes workshops, online support groups and contributions to neurodiversity-focused publications.

For more information see @brad_richess on social media

09 Jun 2026
 

Autistically Me: How to understand and celebrate our autistic minds by Bradley Riches ISBN 9781836810490