Mother of autistic children highlights autism challenges with new book

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June 25, 2026

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Mother of autistic children highlights autism challenges with new book

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KINGSTON, Jamaica—Parents of children with autism usually stress the importance of patience to help their children live a normal life.

Susan Vanriel-Smith can attest to that. The Jamaican, who lives in Connecticut, United States, recently released Picture Day With Nicholas, her second book. It looks at one of the challenges children with neurodiversity face.

The 38-page book is produced by Gifted One Publishing, Vanriel-Smith’s company.

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