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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · 1d

"As both a parent of a young adult with FASD and a psychologist who works with families affected by it, I can say this is one of the most validating and useful books I’ve read on the topic." - Michael Harris on Raising Kids and Teens with FASD by Barb Clark is out now! us.jkp.com/.../raising-....

Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · 25d

Hi Priya - as a book publisher we tend not to get a lot of direct feedback, but I know that the author Richard Rose regularly trains practitioners using these tools and they love them!

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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 29d

Rachel Reeves pledges a library in every primary school in England. Here at CILIP we hope that means trained library staff too #GreatSchoolLibraries
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Rachel Reeves pledges a library in every primary school in England

Exclusive: Chancellor also set to unveil plans to get young people back into work in party conference speech

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Sep 24

Hi! If you'd like to submit a proposal, the best way is via our submissions page here: us.jkp.com/pages/write-...

Write For Us

We welcome ideas for new books in all the areas in which we publish. We now use an online submissions portal for all book proposal submissions, which can be found by clicking the below ‘Click here to ...

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Sep 24

New Occupational Therapy books for your shelf! #occupationaltherapy #OTTalk #OT r.news.jkp.com/tr/mr/DhC2bh...

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Dr Karen Treisman, MBE- Clinical Psychologist @drkarentreisman.bsky.social · Sep 19

I generally get booked pretty in advance but just had a change in leave plans so now have 2 possible virtual dates available in November for training or a day of thinking spaces or creative consultancy- pop me an email at [email protected] if want to discuss.

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ZunTold @zuntold.bsky.social · Jul 21

We’ve just launched our first Substack post! It’s all about stories, reading, and why they still matter – even in an age of scrolling and short attention spans. Have a read, and if you like what we’re about, subscribe for the occasional warm and thoughtful update. Read here: shorturl.at/EzVIB

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Sep 10

From bubbles, balloons, and blocks to ghosts, monsters, and squiggles, this book offers a wealth of activities that help children to express their feelings and experiences while feeling safe and supported. #communicationtools #lifestorywork www.amazon.co.uk/Communicatio...

Communication Tools for Working with Traumatized Children and Teens: Creative Ideas and Interventions for Relational Practice: Amazon.co.uk: Rose, Richard, Nicholls, Hazel: 9781805012900: Books

Buy Communication Tools for Working with Traumatized Children and Teens: Creative Ideas and Interventions for Relational Practice Illustrated by Rose, Richard, Nicholls, Hazel (ISBN: 9781805012900) fr...

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Elaine James @elaineljames.bsky.social · Mar 24

@sarasiobhan.bsky.social the A to Z is promoting flourishing lives 😃

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Advertisement for a book called The Social Work Cats and Rocket Science Guide to Rights Based Practice.

A postcard saying F is for flourishing lives

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Sep 10

NEW on the JKP blog - What does it actually feel like to move into a stranger's home as a fostered child?
Find out from those who've been there - bit.ly/4mJui8z

#fostering #FosterCare #FosterFamily #FosterParent #CareExperienced

The Insider's Guide to Foster Care - JKP Blog

'The Insider's Guide to Foster Care' brings the voices of care-experienced authors to the forefront, sharing first-hand knowledge and advice.

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Sep 9

Two brand new books out from JKP this year on #FASD too! uk.jkp.com/search?q=fas...

Search: 3 results found for "fasd"

Jessica Kingsley Publishers is the leading publisher of books on autism, social work, arts therapies and related subjects, publishing for both professionals and the general reader.

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Sep 8

Publishing news this week - The Reading Agency founder urges the trade to reconsider what reading looks like as nearly half (46%) of UK adults struggle to focus on reading due to distractions around them www.thebookseller.com/trade-interv... #reading #publishing #attention

Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Sep 5

Spent some quality time on Thursday in the very excellent Wellcome Trust bookshop in Euston as part of Hachette UK's Big Day Out, visiting bookstores around the UK. A masterclass in curation covering all things health, wellbeing, medicine and social justice (& including some JKP classics)

Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Aug 28

Check out JKP's latest #socialcare #socialwork newsletter here! Features exclusive blogs & new book news r.news.jkp.com/tr/mr/RY5ulu...

A straight-talking guide to life on the front line of social work and child protection, grounded in the author's decade-long experience.

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Aug 28

Publishing news: Russian publishing house to face charges of promoting ‘LGBT propaganda’ novayagazeta.eu/articles/202...

Yet another Russian publishing house to face charges of promoting ‘LGBT propaganda’ — Novaya Gazeta Europe

A Moscow court is to press charges against the publishing house New Literary Observer (NLO) for promoting “LGBT propaganda”, independent news outlet Mediazona reported on Tuesday.

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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · Aug 21

We welcome @dmcmenemy.bsky.social to lead our new #IntellectualFreedom Committee. "Society needs strong, confident and trustworthy voices speaking up for everyone’s rights, including access to information and freedom of expression." Thanks @thebookseller.com ⤵️
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CILIP launches Intellectual Freedom Committee to ‘counter disturbing effects of censorship’

The Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) has launched a new Intellectual Freedom Committee to help library professionals “counter the disturbing effects of censorship”.

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Aug 22

Publishing news: @cilip.bsky.social launches Intellectual Freedom Committee to ‘counter disturbing effects of censorship’ www.thebookseller.com/news/cilip-l... via @thebookseller.com

CILIP launches Intellectual Freedom Committee to ‘counter disturbing effects of censorship’

The Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) has launched a new Intellectual Freedom Committee to help library professionals “counter the disturbing effects of censorship”.

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Dr Karen Treisman, MBE- Clinical Psychologist @drkarentreisman.bsky.social · Nov 20

See safehandsthinkingminds.co.uk for more on my books, cards, modules, resources, training, & thinking spaces on developmental & relational trauma, loss, creative & expressive tools; adversity, healing, culturally, dignity, & trauma-informed, infused, & responsive systems; therapeutic re-parenting..

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Aug 20

We offer a wide range of resources designed specifically to support Therapeutic Parenting and the PACE model. Learn more here - bit.ly/4fBV1AX

#PACE #TherapeuticParenting #ChildTrauma #ChildhoodTrauma #Fostering #Adoption #SocialWork #SocialCare #TraumaInformed

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autisticgirlsnet.bsky.social @autisticgirlsnet.bsky.social · Aug 11

☀️ Summer Sale! Get Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person by our CEO Cathy with 25% off until 19th August. Get your copy https://bit.ly/NYAYPJKP 📚

Image of AGN CEO Cathy Wassell's book, Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person. Accompanying text reads - Summer sale, 25% off with code neurosummer25 . Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Aug 18

Publishers and authors win US book-banning case in ‘sweeping victory for the right to read’ www.thebookseller.com/news/publish... via ‪@thebookseller.com‬

Publishers and authors win US book-banning case in ‘sweeping victory for the right to read’

A federal judge has ruled that part of a Florida law used to remove books by the likes of Toni Morrison and John Green from schools is “overbroad and unconstitutional” in what is being heralded as a “...

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Aug 7

This Alex Partridge podcast on How I Harnessed My ADHD To Create LADBible features reading from his bestselling book, Now It All Makes Sense podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/b...

Bonus Episode: How I Harnessed My ADHD To Create LADBible (A reading from my new book)

Podcast Episode · ADHD Chatter · 18/01/2025 · 24m

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Aug 13

NEW review of Messy Social Work by @richdevine.bsky.social courtesy of NAFP, Nationwide Association of Fostering Providers #socialwork #fostering #childprotection www.nafp.org.uk/articles/boo...

Book review: Messy Social Work by Richard Devine

Reviewed by Katie Sell, Blue Sky Fostering

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Aug 13

NEW review of Messy Social Work by @richdevine.bsky.social courtesy of NAFP, Nationwide Association of Fostering Providers #socialwork #fostering #childprotection www.nafp.org.uk/articles/boo...

Book review: Messy Social Work by Richard Devine

Reviewed by Katie Sell, Blue Sky Fostering

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Steve Jones, JKP Books @stevejkpbooks.bsky.social · Jul 7

Social workers! New and exclusive to the JKP website, this discounted book bundle brings together four powerful resources. Save over 20% when you buy the bundle.
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#SocialWork #SocialCare #SocialWorkers #SocialWorkMatters #SocialWorkLife #FamilySocialWork

Children and Families Social Work Bundle

Available only on the JKP Store Looking to strengthen your practice with children and families? This essential bundle brings together four powerful resources to help you connect, communicate, and cre...

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