Marbles: Mania, Depression, Michelangelo and Me

Marbles: Mania, Depression, Michelangelo and MeShortly before her thirtieth birthday, Forney was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Suffering from (but enjoying) extreme mania, and terrified that medication would cause her to lose creativity, she began a long struggle over many years to find mental stability while retaining her creativity. Searching to make sense of the popular idea of the 'crazy artist', she finds inspiration from the lives and work of other artists and writers who suffered from

and time blindness

Still only 22

She is proudly Autistic and is a passionate educator on all things Autistic

autistic author Jolene Stockman explores the myriad ways you can boost the autistic in your life: from creating safe spaces and supporting self-care

rebelliousness and all-round sexiness are still sky-high'' Daily Mail

'A hilarious and heartwarming read' WOMAN'S OWN

and your relationships

Hallowell and Dr John J

you are enough

He explains behaviour he's aware can be baffling such as why he likes to jump and why some people with autism dislike being touched

and it leaves an ache in your chest because it was so good

This book was self-published in November 2023 through a crowdfunding campaign with supporters from all over the globe