My Life with Zeth

A parent would reach for this book when their child is expressing frustration, loneliness, or guilt regarding a sibling with significant medical or developmental needs. Written by a ten year old girl, this memoir provides a vital mirror for children who feel their lives are secondary to a brother or sister's crises. It validates the messy reality of living with a sibling who has autism, epilepsy, and rare brain conditions. Elle shares her unfiltered feelings of being overlooked, embarrassed by public outbursts, and anxious about her brother's health. By seeing their own 'forbidden' emotions like envy and anger reflected in these pages, children realize they are not alone. This book is a perfect tool for opening family dialogue about the need for individual attention and the complex bond between siblings in neurodivergent households.