Lynn Messing: 3 books

Just as fire destroys wood but hardens steel, a child's diagnosis of autism can either rip apart or strengthen a marriage. Calvin and Laura Wygant struggle to come to terms with their son Todd's new diagnosis and to keep their marriage intact. This short story, written by the mother of a child...

What do a superhero, a pumpkin, and light switches have in common? They are all special interests of Jerome's brother Todd. Todd's autism is so severe that his speech is limited to echolalia -- the repetition of other people's words. Jerome's dearest wish is to have a real conversation with...

They say that talk is cheap. What if it weren't? What if the government decided to impose a charge on every word or sign? After coordinated terrorist bombings devastate several US cities, the federal government does impose just such a “word tax” to raise the money necessary for greater security...