LDC Member Notice Board
Working on something Interesting. Let us share it here
In the Club? Got something to share? Here is the place to do it.
Members of the club have so many interesting and creative projects they are working on. If you are a paying member of the club and have a project you would like linked on the Member Notice Board, simply email us and we will add it.
Message from Andrew, attendee/member of the LDC to other LDCers:
A few of us have set up a WhatsApp group with the hope to find a few people to connect with - for body doubling, and social - e.g. virtual coffee’s.
If you are interested to join the WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GO8KLtFzdJT11yBdvkQIKS
We’re thinking to meet initially, after the LDC on 18th via Zoom. Details via WhatsApp group.
Late Diagnosis Club Art Gallery
Into The Light — by Phoenix Goodson
A luminous, textural piece exploring self-discovery, resilience, and the transition from survival to creative freedom.
💷 Price: £895 — Foil and acrylic paint on canvas board, includes professional framing and UK postage. The painting is 30x40cm unframed.
For purchase or exhibition enquiries, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Phoenix directly
Late Diagnosis Club Library
Human First AI — by Derek Crager
Human First AI doesn’t resist automation — it redirects it. AI handles the rote, the repetitive, the rules-driven. Humans do what only humans can: solve unpredictable problems, offer empathy, and innovate when reality doesn’t match the plan.
What Does Your Face Mean?: An Informational Memoir on Late-Diagnosed Autism - by Michael Matthews
By describing autistic traits alongside real events, this book provides an easy-to-read introduction to late-diagnosed autism. For the well-versed, it provides relatable stories and advice on topics like dating and parenting. All readers will be left understanding the experiences of late-diagnosed autism in a memorable read.
Step Into My Shoes - by Becca Engle
"Step Into My Shoes" by Rebecca Engle is a children's book that addresses themes of empathy and understanding through the lens of disability. The story follows a young girl who experiences life with a learning disability. It illustrates the challenges faced by those with disabilities and encourages readers to cultivate compassion and awareness. The narrative aims to foster a deeper understanding of diversity and the importance of inclusivity, making it a valuable resource for discussions about empathy in educational settings.
Through Our Lens: Perspectives On Disability - by Becca Engle
Through Our Lens is an anthology that brings together personal stories from individuals with a variety of disabilities, offering a powerful, multifaceted look at the lived experiences of people navigating the world with physical, mental, sensory, and invisible disabilities. Each chapter features a unique voice, shedding light on the challenges, triumphs, and everyday realities faced by those who are often marginalised in society.
Motherness: A Memoir of Generational Autism, Parenthood, and Radical Acceptance - by Julie M Green
Almost 10 years after learning that her son is autistic, Julie Green was also diagnosed, shedding light on a lifetime of feeling othered and misunderstood. Motherness traces Julie’s journey from childhood to early motherhood, when she must advocate for her son while navigating her own struggles.
The Girl with the Duck Tattoo: A Memoir - by Sarma Melngailis
The Girl with the Duck Tattoo is a raw, unflinching memoir of how one smart, driven woman went from building a dream to being ensnared in a cult of one. It’s a wild ride through delusion and deceit, a cautionary tale of idealism weaponised, and a tribute to the dog who helped bring her back to herself.
Someone Like Me: An Anthology of Non-Fiction by Autistic Writers, including Julie Farrell
In Someone Like Me, editors Clem Bastow and Jo Case showcase the wide-ranging experiences of Autistic, gender-diverse and women writers - and explode long-held stereotypes.
When it comes to Autistic representation, BIPOC and white gender minorities have existed on the fringes of mainstream media for too long, rarely seeing representations of their unique experiences, hardships and triumphs.
Delving into topics like sex, living room dance parties, the natural world, eating disorders, religion and all-encompassing passions, Someone Like Me brings together an eclectic mix of forms and voices that expand the cultural definition of the Autistic experience.
NeuroTribes: The Legacy of Autism and How to Think Smarter About People Who Think Differently by Steve Silberman
Following on from his groundbreaking article ‘The Geek Syndrome’, Wired reporter Steve Silberman unearths the secret history of autism, long suppressed by the same clinicians who became famous for discovering it, and finds surprising answers to the crucial question of why the number of diagnoses has soared in recent years.
Going back to the earliest autism research and chronicling the brave and lonely journey of autistic people and their families through the decades, Silberman provides long-sought solutions to the autism puzzle while casting light on the growing movement of ‘neurodiversity’ and mapping out a path towards a more humane world for people with learning differences.
AuDHD UK — https://audhduk.org
The suicide-prevention charity founded by Georgina. AuDHD UK provides subsidised diagnostic assessments, weekly peer-support groups, and advocacy for neurodivergent adults who cannot safely or affordably access traditional diagnosis pathways.
🎥 George Watts — YouTube talk:
Abbey Thompson’s Mediocre Arts & Crafts Club
ArtED Website & Helen Shaddock’s Website
Julie Farrell’s Inkulsion Guide and Julie’s Website
Tigz Rice’s Website and Podcast
If anyone wants to be photographed by Tigz, you can find the details at https://www.tigzrice.com
Links from Claire Samuel’s LDC Episode:
It’s that time of year again!
I’m selling my self-designed 2026 calendars now.
Priced at £13 each (plus P&P), they make an excellent Christmas present for friends, family and yourself!
The calendars are professionally (digitally) printed and are designed by me, featuring my own marbled paper as background
Each A4 page shows 1 Month and each month is a different set of colours, a celebration of the joys of colour and pattern which appeal so much to my autistic self!
The front and back cover is 250gm recycled uncoated paper (smooth finish) and the inside Pages are 160gm recycled uncoated paper (smooth finish ideal for writing on)
They are wire bound with thumb cut and hanging hook, perfect for hanging on the wall
To place an order, please email helen.shaddock(at)yahoo.co.uk with 2026 Calendar in the subject heading.
