Anthology Archive 2021-2024
Celebrating writing from members of the BTS programmeAnthologies of Autistic Writers
Written by Beyond the Spectrum Members
Check out the anthologies below to see the writing that came out of Beyond the Spectrum from 2021-2024.
Our anthologies are a great way to get some insight into what Beyond The Spectrum is all about! Since Beyond The Spectrum began in 2020, we’ve often finished each year-long programme by putting together anthologies of writing from members to celebrate and showcase their writing ability and the benefits of the programme.
Not all of the writing shown is about being Autistic – although the pieces that are, offer a valuable perspective into each writer’s unique experience. Have a read of the anthologies below and find out what Beyond The Spectrum is all about!
anthologies of autistic writers
Adult Writers
Anthologies of Autistic writers from our previous programmes by members aged 18 and over.
For some truly powerful writing by Autistic writers, scroll down.
Rhyme and Reason
2024
An anthology of Autistic writers responding to research into the positive impacts of the Beyond The Spectrum programme.
You can find out more about Rhyme and Reason here.
Talking Shadows
2023
Writing from the 2022/2023 run of the Beyond The Spectrum programme. These workshops were run by Pippa Hennessy and Anna Cotton.
You can find out more about Pippa and Anna’s current workshops here.
Picking Out Thorns
2023
Writing from the 2022/2023 Beyond The Spectrum programme. These workshops were run by Sabrina Smith.
Nelson’s Noises
2023
Writing from the 2022/2023 Beyond The Spectrum programme. These workshops were run by Nell Arthur.
This Room is Just For Now
2023
Writing from the 2022/2023 Beyond The Spectrum programme. These workshops were run by David Hartley and Milla Tebbs.
Beyond The First Spectrum Anthology
2021
Our first ever Beyond The Spectrum anthology from adult Autistic writers, featuring work from members still writing with us today!
Anthologies of autistic writers
Young Writers
Anthologies of Autistic writers from our previous programmes by young people aged 10-17.
For some fun yet insightful writing, scroll down and have a read!
onebillion voices
2023
An anthology of Autistic writers formed from a collaboration between Beyond The Spectrum young writers and One Billion Voices.
You can find out more about the project here.
Perching on Wires
2023
Writing from the 2022/2023 Beyond The Spectrum programme for young writers.
The Declaration
2023
Writing from the 2022/2023 Beyond The Spectrum programme. These workshops were run by Chris Bonnello.
Mythical Friends
2023
Writing from the 2022/2023 Beyond The Spectrum programme. These workshops were run by Susan Earl and Sophie Campbell.
Beyond The Spectrum First Anthology
2021
Our first ever Beyond The Spectrum anthology of Autistic writers from our initial programme for young people.