– Customer review on 21/04/2010

What a fantastic read..... As a parent of a child with autism I found this book to be full of helpful information and made me feel that I wasn't alone in the vast world of Autism. It helps to know that someone else understands what you are going through on a daily 24hour basis and that their is hope. Many thanks Sandy, for putting your experiences in writing you are truly an inspiration to all parents with children with special needs. This book takes you through some of the challenges that face families with children with ASD and how one woman helped her son and continues to do so. Jackie & Ryan

– Customer review on 21/04/2010

INFORMATIVE TEMPLATE FOR ALL FAMILIES FACED WITH AUTISM

Sandy Howarth author of 'No Matter What' is a Mother in a million. Not only has she dedicated her life to bringing up Steven and her daughter Riana, Sandy has established herself as an authority on what Autistic children and their families have ahead of them.
Since Steven was diagnosed with Autism Sandy has fought tirelessly to achieve maximum input in improving Steven's ongoing quality of life from baby, to child, to now a teenager to improve his ongoing quality of life both educationally and socially.
This book is a hugely informative template for all families faced with Autism, and will be able to draw help and strength from Sandy's own experiences and invaluable research which has culminated in being able to put ''No Matter What'' to print.
This book is a tremendous accolade to her determination and visionary outlook.
"Patricia Owen"

– Customer review on 04/03/2010

Coming to terms with Autism
I really enjoyed reading No Matter What. Knowing only a little bit about Autism it gave a great insight to a family who had to come to terms with their son's Autism and how they coped. Despite all the struggles it goes to show that you can create a supportive and nurturing environment. The book tells you of a story of how one mother has dealt with it all with a positive attitude despite what at times must feel like a constant up hill struggle. It was an easy read and very informative. "Mona"

– Customer review on 11/02/2010

POWERFUL MESSAGE ON AUTISM
“No matter What� is an amazing story of a mother’s belief and a powerful message to others in a similar situation. It’s a message to “Love your child and accept them for who they are�, as this is so important for the child’s self-esteem. Sandy is a strong and determined lady and has showed her skills at being a naturally good teacher and a successful parent, by being there for Steven and at the same time a fulltime mum to Riana. “No Matter What� brings hope to parents to be positive and give them confidence to move forward.
Maria Dias

– Customer review on 10/02/2010

No Matter What - The author has captured her journey with her son Steven and documented her experiences and action plans very well. For parents in similar circumstances this book will be a great help especially to read of a similar experience and for referal use on the educational aspect. It must have been hugely challenging and rewarding at the same time when Sandy decided to take matters into her own hand and educate Steven at home. I didn't know much about autism at all but reading "No Matter What" gave me an insight into their world. The essence of the book is so captured in the title itself. "Ruwini"

– Customer review on 10/02/2010

Essential Reading on Autism
Loads of insights on the medical aspects of autism and on how to help an autistic child develop to their full potential. For me, the highlight is the section describing Sandy's own experiences with her son Steven - the traumas, the hopes, the frustrations the love and the fun. If you are interested in autism - whether as somebody with a friend or relative with autism, or if you are involved in a professional capacity with autism - then this book will help you to understand all aspects of the condition and its effects on the family.

– Customer review on 10/02/2010

This book is full of advice and helpful information for parents seeking to enrich their Autistic child's life.An uplifting,inspirational book.I feel that this book is written from the view of not only the writer, but gives one insight into an Autistic child's world as an Autistic child's world is a lonely world.The writer has given advice and meaning to help the child interact with others.Without this interaction,the child would stay in their own world unable to let people in.The writer has given personal accounts of battles she has endoured to ensure the best care for her child,medically and educationally,and also with coping with the diagnosis of Autism. Margaret-London

– Customer review on 09/02/2010

"Fantastic"
I read this book in no time. Once I bought it, quite simply, I couldn't put it down! Sandy Howarth is an amazing woman and chosen to share her journey with us for the benefit of others. It is a very personal story outlining the joy, love, fear, hopes, worries and many other emotions, of having a child with autism. Thank you Sandy for sharing this with us, it is a brilliant read. Steven is very lucky to have you as a mother.

– Customer review on 09/02/2010

"Knowing virtually nothing about Autism I read this book with interest, I thought it easy to read and written in a style that would be understandable to a person who knows nothing about Autism and the problems found in the condition. I was quite exhausted after reading it and I greatly admire the determination of the author to achieve what she believes in." Pat Hunt

– Customer review on 08/02/2010

‘ No Matter What’ by Sandy Howarth paints a vivid portrait of the emotional experiences a parent goes through after discovering that her first child has a disability. After that initial shock at a young age, in her book we get a glimpse of her determination and will to succeed in creating a better life for the child in the face of numerous challenges. The narrative would be quite helpful to any parent who is faced with similar situations. It explores support structures that are essential. The book provides guidance on a path to follow and is highly recommended. Nihal J