As the two learn to communicate in their own way, they discover that friendship isn't about being the loudest... it's about listening, noticing, and caring.

Maya and the Quiet Friend is a gentle, uplifting story created especially for autistic children, neurodivergent learners, and any child who struggles with social situations or making new friends. With bright illustrations, simple language, and relatable school-day moments, this book helps kids understand:

How to approach new friends

How to respect different communication styles

How to be patient, kind, and welcoming

That being quiet doesn't mean being alone

Perfect for elementary-aged readers, classrooms, counselors, therapists, or bedtime reading, Leo and the Quiet Friend encourages empathy, celebrates neurodiversity, and shows children that friendships can grow in surprising and beautiful ways.

A meaningful story for kids who feel different - and the friends who love them.