Grace in the Grit

Grace in the Grit: Finding Purpose in Pain, Power in Difference is a powerful inspirational true story that shines a light on the beauty, struggle, and resilience found within everyday life.

As a mother navigating the world of special needs parenting and caregiving challenges, Joy Howard shares her journey of autism advocacy, disability rights, and faith and resilience. Her memoir invites readers to walk beside her through the valleys of hardship and the peaks of transformation, offering a candid look at both the heartbreak and the hope.

This is not just a motherhood memoir-it is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Whether confronting the realities of raising children with exceptional needs or fighting for inclusion in her Cleveland, Ohio community, Joy's story is one of perseverance, courage, and unshakable belief in the power of love.

Readers searching for stories about neurodiversity journeys, overcoming adversity, and finding light in the darkest places will discover a book that uplifts, encourages, and reminds us all that our difference can be our greatest strength.

If you are a caregiver, advocate, or anyone seeking inspiration, this book will speak directly to your heart.