Aspergirls: Empowering Females with Asperger Syndrome is a non-fiction book written by American author Rudy Simone.
These symptoms included acting out, moods changing quickly, and difficulty in understanding some forms of communication.
She decided to write the book because she was unable to find adequate material dealing with girls on the spectrum, and the word that would become its title, "Aspergirls", "just popped into [her] head".
The effects of her Asperger's were so strong that "as puberty kicked in, I went through bouts of mutism which could last hours or even a whole day.
[5] The Autism Society of Ohio said that the book is "essential reading" for females who have a diagnosis of Asperger syndrome or who think that they may have it.
"[3] Hazel Ratfliffe, writing for Learning Disability Today, said, "It is a beautiful intelligent, powerful book and it should be read by everyone.
"[8] Kaavonia Hinton, writing for Foreword Magazine, gave a positive review, but also said, "While the voices of doctors and other experts would have strengthened the book, female readers will be encouraged to lead successful, fulfilled lives.
"[5] Shana Nichols, the author of Girls Growing Up on the Autism Spectrum, said that it is an "excellent read" as well as a "celebration of the culture of AS womanhood.