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Some children experience the world in ways that feel brighter, louder, and more intense. For Annie, those feelings can build up until they spill out in big, loud meltdowns - or turn inward into quiet, frozen shutdowns. Both are natural responses to overwhelm, but they can feel confusing and lonely when others don't understand. In Annie and the Whispering Horse, readers follow Annie's gentle journey of self-discovery as she learns to recognise what her emotions are trying to tell her. Her trusted companion, Whisper the therapy horse, becomes her safe space - a calm, accepting presence who listens without words. With Whisper's quiet guidance, Annie learns that: Meltdowns and shutdowns are signals, not misbehaviour. Feelings can be expressed in many ways - through breathing, drawing, or colours, not just words. Tools like feeling maps, flip cards, and visual thermometers help bridge communication when speech feels too hard. Safety, connection, and understanding are the foundations for self-regulation and confidence. Through the creation of her Whisper Journal, Annie finds new ways to share her experiences - drawing, colouring, and writing about her days as if she were telling them to Whisper. Each page helps her release big feelings and celebrate her true self beneath the mask. This tender and validating story helps children on the autism spectrum - and those who love them - understand emotional overwhelm, communication differences, and the power of co-regulation. It encourages self-acceptance and teaches families how to recognise both visible and hidden signs of distress with empathy and care. Each Inner Harmony Haven book combines creative storytelling with evidence-based wellbeing practices, giving children and families accessible tools to nurture emotional literacy, communication, and self-understanding. A vital resource for families, educators, therapists, and support professionals, Annie and the Whispering Horse gently bridges worlds of emotion, expression, and belonging - showing that understanding begins with listening to what's unspoken. Series: Inner Harmony Haven: Children's Books for Big Feelings and Coping Skills - where imagination meets emotional learning through stories of co-regulation, compassion, and growth.

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Kim Harvey-Keddy is a dedicated Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Practitioner, published author, and passionate advocate for neurodivergent families. As co-founder of Inner Harmony Haven alongside her husband, Simon, she brings together professional expertise and lived experience to support families with warmth and insight.A mother of two neurodivergent adults, Kim has walked the complex path of diagnoses, education systems, and specialist appointments. During this journey she often felt helpless, wishing for practical tools to use at home in the moments her children needed her most. These experiences inspired her to create children's books that not only support emotional regulation, but also help young readers identify challenges, understand their traits, and feel grounded, acknowledged, and understood.Through Inner Harmony Haven, Kim is committed to empowering neurodivergent families-both parents and children. She teaches mindfulness, self-acceptance, and emotional regulation, blending creative arts therapy with practical strategies. Her approach provides families with tools to build resilience, restore balance, and create stronger connections in daily life.With a Bachelor of Applied Management, an Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Management, and Certification in Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapy, Kim combines knowledge of management with deep emotional insight. Her mission is to ensure that no parent feels alone, and that every child has access to the strategies and support they need to thrive.For more about her books and resources, visit www.innerharmonyhaven.com

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