LOS ANGELES, Aug. 14, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Many civil servants are in positions to make decisions about the lives of families affected by autism, and bestselling author Monica Holloway, of Cowboy & Wills [Simon & Schuster], encourages working together with community officials to promote increased safety and understanding for those with autism.
Inspired by a personal experience, [http://youtu.be/sj2h7fNMBeM] Holloway offers the following tips for explaining autism to public officials:
Says Holloway, "It is essential that we speak up to ensure that community helpers understand our kids' needs, ensuring safety, understanding and acceptance, for ourselves and other families who may face similar issues."
For interview requests with Holloway, contact publicist Jess Block: jessblockpr@gmail.com, 909-706-8525.
ABOUT MONICA HOLLOWAY: Monica Holloway is the bestselling author of Cowboy & Wills, a Mother's Choice Award's Gold recipient, and the critically-acclaimed author of the memoir Driving With Dead People. Holloway lives with her son and husband in California. http://www.monicaholloway.com/ https://twitter.com/monica_holloway
ABOUT COWBOY AND WILLS: Cowboy & Wills, published by Simon & Schuster, tells the story of the golden retriever puppy that changed Monica Holloway's disabled son's life by becoming his first friend and coaxing him out into the world. http://www.cowboyandwills.com https://www.facebook.com/cowboyandwills
ABOUT AUTISM: According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, autism now affects about 1 in every 88 American children. Autism is a complex condition that affects a person's ability to communicate and develop social relationships. http://www.autismspeaks.org