The OASIS Guide to Asperger Syndrome: Completely Revised and Updated Advice, Support, Insight, and Inspiration

by Patricia Romanowski Bashe and Barbara L. Kirby

 Forewords by Simon Baron-Cohen, PhD and Tony Attwood, PhD

Succeeding in College With Asperger Syndrome

by John Harpur, Maria Lawlor, Michael Fitzgerald

Asperger Syndrome and Your Child: A Parent's Guide

by Michael D. Powers, Janet Poland (Contributor)

A Parent's Guide to Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism

by Sally Ozonoff, Geraldine Dawson, and James McPartland

Asperger Syndrome in the Family : Redefining Normal

by Liane Holliday Willey

Reweaving the Autistic Tapestry : Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, and Adhd

by Ami Klin, PhD, Fred R. Volkmar, MD, and Sara S. Sparrow, PhD Child Study Center, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT.

This book is a wonderful collection of articles which delve into all aspects of Asperger Syndrome. While I HIGHLY recommend the book, particularly for seasoned parents and adults who have already spent some time doing research, professionals and students, those who are new to the diagnosis might want to start out with the Tony Attwood and Brenda Myles books (see below) and, then return to read this excellent resource.
 

Autism and Asperger Syndrome

by Uta Frith (Editor)

While this book doesn't offer a lot of practical information it does have the translation of the original Hans Asperger paper. I consider this book a classic and must read for those who wish to better understand how the diagnosis came about. It was through reading this book that we discovered our son's AS. 

Children With Autism and Asperger Syndrome : A Guide for Practitioners and Carers

by Patricia Howlin

While I have not read this book, it comes very highly recommended from families. 

Autism: Preparing for Adulthood

by Patricia Howlin

 I found this book on Amazon and one of the reviewers indicated that it was excellent and offered quite a bit of information on AS. Resources for transition are few and far between. I would appreciate comments from anyone who has read this book.

Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Understanding the Diagnosis and Getting Help

by Mitzi Waltz

Note: This book is an updated revision of the now out-of-print book, titled Pervasive Developmental Disorders: Finding a Diagnosis and Getting Help.

Autism-Asperger's and Sexuality: Puberty and Beyond

by Jerry Newport, Mary Newport

Loners: The Life Path of Unusual Children

by Sula Wolff

Children with Autism: A Parent's Guide

by Michael Powers, MD

This book is for all autistic spectrum disorders (including Asperger Syndrome) and covers a "multitude of special concerns, including daily and family life, early intervention, educational programs, etc.

Targeting Autism: What We Know, Don't Know, and Can Do to Help young Children with Autism and Related Disorders

by Shirley Cohen

An OASIS visitor writes: "I really like this book, because Cohen doesn't pretend to have all the answers. She looks at various methods, like Lovass, and explains them in a clear,even way.

Teaching Children with Autism: Strategies for Initiating Positive Interactions and Improving learning Opportunities

by Robert L. Koegel adn Lynn Kern Koegel

An OASIS visitor writes "I really like this book"

Inclusive Programming For Middle School Students with Autism

by Sheila Wagner, M.Ed.

Higher Functioning Adolescents and Young Adults With Autism : A Teacher's Guide

by Ann Fullerton (Editor), Joyce Stratton, Phyllis Coyne, Carol Gray

For Parents and Professionals: Autism

by Kathie Harrington, CCC-SLP

Kathie Harrington is a speech-language pathologist and the parent of an adult son with Autism. Her book is full of very specific lessons and activities for teaching language and social skills on many developmental levels.

Can be ordered from LinguiSystems, Inc. at 1-800-776-4332. Cost is $37.95

Asperger Syndrome or High-Functioning Autism? (Current Issues inAutism)

by Eric Schopler (Editor), Gary B. Mesibov (Editor), Linda J. Kunce (Editor)

High-Functioning Individuals With Autism (Current Issues in Autism)

by Eric Schopler (Editor), Gary B. Mesibov (Editor)

The World of the Autistic Child : Understanding and Treating Autistic Spectrum Disorders

by Bryna Siegel

Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders

by Fred R. volkmar (Editor)

Autism: An Introduction to Psychological Theory

by Francesca Happe

Inclusive Programming For Elementary Students with Autism

by Sheila Wagner, M.Ed.

An OASIS Visitor Writes:   This book is an excellent resource for all those schools working to incorporate AS, NLD and HFA kids into their classrooms. It includes strategies tested in a number of schools and school districts, and offers practical suggestions with clear instructions on how to implement them.

Making Sense of Autism Spectrum Disorders

by James Coplan, M.D.

Release date March 23, 2010

A comprehensive book that helps take parents take the step from diagnosis to effective strategies to help their child. Topics covered include

• How do I optimize my child’s long-term potential?
• Which interventions will best serve my child?
• How do the various therapies work, and what is the evidence to support them?
• What is the best way to teach my child?

Autism Through a Sister's Eyes

by Emily Hecht and Eve Band

A terrific book for explaining the challenges and behaviors of autism to siblings.

Autism Through a Sister's Eyes

by Emily Hecht and Eve Band

A terrific resource for explaining autism to siblings.

How to Be a Para pro

by Diane Twatchman-Cullen

This book is one of the best resources for parents and paraprofessionals. It's really two books in one. The first section is an overview of autism spectrum disorders for those new to this issue. The second offers concrete strategies for managing specific situations in the classroom and beyond with emphasis on determining the optimal level of support and fading dependence over time.

Engaging Autism

by Stanley Greenspan and Serena Wieder

The handbook for explaining Floortime.

Parents of Children with Disabilities:A Survival Guide for Fathers & Mothers

by Press Barnhill and Gena P. Barnhill

Press Barnhill has contributed to Parents of Children with Disabilities as an author. Press and Gena Barnhill are the parents of a 32-year old son diagnosed with Asperger syndrome and bipolar disorder. The Barnhills have founded and facilitated a 350-member parent support group for families raising children with autism, Asperger syndrome, and related disabilities from 2000 to 2006. Much of the insight for the book comes from the experiences of these families. Gena has a PhD in special education in the areas of autism and behavior disorders from the University of Kansas. She is now a special education professor at Lynchburg College.