A wonderfully charming, honest and funny look at growing up... one of my favourite books of the year Irish Examiner I loved Frankie's story and could really identify with her character. This is such an amazing graphic novel that represents neurodiversity really realistically. Libby Scott

Dooley commented: “I'm delighted to be working on my first graphic novel, Frankie's World. I’ve put my heart and soul into it and with the support and encouragement of my agent Faith and the team at Scholastic, including my amazing editor Yasmin, it’s been an incredible start to the journey. I feel like Frankie's World has found the perfect home, and I’m excited to see the series come to life." Can Frankie learn to find her voice and stand out? A unique perspective on Autism, told with humour and heart. Brought to life with glorious colour artwork in a distinctive blue and orange palette.

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Still, when Frankie starts a karate class and discovers she quite likes it, it gives her some confidence, as does winning her class art competition. Perhaps life isn’t so bad after all. If only she could find her real dad and see if he’s anything like her…

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Dooley is an Irish writer,illustrator, comedian and graphic designer. She openly shares her experiences of being diagnosed as autistic at the age of 27 and how a diagnosis helped her to truly understand herself. So when she gets the chance to compete in a Battle of the Bands contest, Frankie couldn't be more excited. Except, to have a band, you need to have band members. And to have band members, you need to be good at making friends...

Aoife Dooley captures Frankie's autistic experience with great care, humour and love. Lizzie Huxley-Jones Frankie is different, and so is her best-friend, Sam. So when they both start secondary school, it's tough. Particularly when there are so many rules to follow, like: No talking in class! Be quiet in the hallways! Silence for assembly! Frankie doesn't know how she'll manage, because constantly talking is how she copes. Hello Yellow - 80 Books to Help Children Nurture Good Mental Health and Support With Anxiety and Wellbeing - Yasmin Morrissey, commissioning editor, acquired world rights from Faith O’Grady at The Lisa Richards Agency. Publication is slated for January 2022.

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