“Canaries Among Us is a masterpiece … a poignant, urgent, and important story that has yet to be told and needs to be heard. I recommend it to everyone involved in raising or educating children.”
—Rosalie Whitlock, CEO of the Children’s Health Council

“This book should be required reading for educators, caregivers, and health providers alike. The thought-provoking and relatable story will hopefully raise awareness around the devastating consequences of bullying and the necessity of respecting children’s individuality and inherent dignity.”
—Rosalind Wiseman, author of Queen Bees & Wannabes

“For any parent who has worried their child does not fit in or who has battled with a school to do what is right for a child, this amazing book will heal your soul while offering important strategies, insights, and even several smiles along the way.”
—Jo Boaler, Stanford, author of Limitless Mind, Co-Founder of youcubed.org

“This is an important book with essential messages for all of us … Let’s hope that [it] helps to open up the discussion in order to affect some change in our society.”
—Booktrib

“Overall, this is a powerful book that offers a brilliant exposé of how, even after the rise of anti-bullying efforts, enforcement remains a challenge, and it illustrates what happens when anti-bullying efforts are finally honored . . . A necessary book on the intersections of neurodivergence and bullying.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“The courage to put this story on paper should not be overlooked … Taylor addresses so many noteworthy things … includ[ing] the importance of inclusion, diversity, and how to protect children who are vulnerable. Overall, I would highly recommend this book to all parents [and] educators. Everyone can benefit from a better understanding of [each] other’s differences.”
—San Francisco Book Review (5/5 Stars)

“Taylor powerfully highlights America’s bias against neurodiversity in this heartfelt and sensitive debut … Parents will be swept into Taylor’s story, experiencing the family’s pain and eventual triumphs alongside them, and some may even recognize their own biases and contributions to school bullying in the process.”
—Booklife by Publisher’s Weekly (Editor’s Pick)