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"The Rock Fairy"
by Wendy Spector-Steinmetz This children’s book is a story about how the people in a little town are surprised when they wake up one day and find gorgeous painted rocks all around their neighborhood. A portion of the proceeds support Encephalitis411.org in memory of the author’s niece, Nicole Seiler. goo.gl/KuWepr 
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“Brain Wreck”
by Becky Dennis A survivor’s story. A must read for anyone who has witnessed the frustration of a mysterious illness. This is a story of determination and an unrelenting journey to save one’s mind. With humor and unabashed honesty, the author restores a shattered spirit while striving to be “normal.” http://bdbrainwreck.net/brain-wreck/ 
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“Underwater"
When Encephalitis, Brain Damage, and Epilepsy Change Everything by Chris Maxwell A survivor’s story. For Maxwell and the staggering number of people facing traumatic brain injuries, epilepsy, or other painful encounters, life is experienced through a different lens. http://www.chrismaxwell.me/books/underwater 
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“Equilibrium”
31 Ways to Stay Balanced on Life's Uneven Surfaces by Chris Maxwell A survivor's story. This book reveals the guidelines that helped Maxwell endure life's difficulties. Get practical advice that applies to those of us impacted by encephalitis. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09WTS6BY9/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 
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“Changing My Mind”
by Chris Maxwell A survivor’s story. In "Changing My Mind", Maxwell’s creative narrative welcomes others into his battle with encephalitis and the resulting epilepsy. His honest journal reveals a damaged brain and life changes, inviting readers to face their own inner wars, their painful struggles, their disabilities, and to believe a Listener can turn their mourning into dancing. "Changing My Mind" gives victims, their family members and friends a better glance of true joy during journeys through the valleys, the shadows of death, the disappointments and the victories. https://chrismaxwell.me/books/changing-my-mind |
“Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness”
by Susannah Cahalan An award-winning memoir and instant New York Times bestseller that goes far beyond its riveting medical mystery, "Brain on Fire" is the powerful account of one woman’s struggle to recapture her identity. Cahalan is a news reporter at the New York Post whose award-winning work has also been featured in The New York Times. She lives in Jersey City, New Jersey. https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Fire-My-Month-Madness/dp/1451621388/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541392737&sr=8-1&keywords=brain+on+fire |
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"Schizophrenia or a Mysterious Illness: Julia's Journey"
by Jessie Cheek Written from the caregiver perspective, this book provides an eye-opening look into some of the shared challenges faced by our community. Julia’s story is an illustrative case of how complex it can be to diagnose, treat, and recover from autoimmune encephalitis—particularly if the patient has an unusual presentation, and no autoantibody can be identified. https://www.amazon.com/Schizophrenia-Mysterious-Illness-Julias-Journey/dp/1664217800 |
