Wren the Alien: And Other Truths She Knows

Wren the Alien (And Other Truths She Knows)

A tender, beautifully illustrated story for children who feel different

Sometimes feeling different means you're exactly who you're meant to be.

Wren has always wondered if she came from somewhere else—not somewhere scary, just somewhere quieter. A place where stars shimmer without buzzing, people listen and speak softly, and kindness is the language everyone knows.

In this deeply moving and gorgeously illustrated picture book, young readers will follow Wren as she navigates a world that often feels too loud, too fast, and too confusing. While others seem to have invisible instructions for fitting in, Wren feels like an alien learning to wear a costume with secret buttons labeled "normal" and zippers marked "fit in."

But Wren possesses extraordinary gifts: she notices the hidden patterns others miss, feels emotions like weather, and hears what hearts are trying to say even when no one speaks. Her sensitivity isn't a weakness—it's her superpower.

Perfect for:

• Children ages 4-10 who feel "different" or struggle to fit in
• Neurodivergent children and their families
• Highly sensitive children
• Parents and educators seeking books about self-acceptance
• Anyone who has ever felt like they don't quite belong

What makes this book special:

• Authentic representation of the neurodivergent experience, especially for girls
• Beautiful, whimsical illustrations that complement the lyrical text
• A hopeful message about embracing differences as strengths
• Written by an author who understands the experience firsthand

From late-diagnosed neurodivergent author Erin Doyle comes a story that validates every child who has been told they are "too much" or "too quiet"—a gentle reminder that being different isn't something to hide, but something to honor.

"Deep down, she knew... Being different didn't mean broken."

About the Author

Erin Doyle writes from her own experience of feeling like an alien as a child, navigating a hypersensitive nervous system and a brain wired for too many connections. Her Wren's Way series has touched thousands of families seeking authentic representation for neurodivergent children.

If your children love these books, they'll also enjoy Wren the Alien:

• The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld
• Different Like Me by Jennifer Elder
• Be You! by Peter H. Reynolds
• The Thing Lou Couldn't Do by Ashley Spires
• Each Kindness by Jacqueline Woodson
• Wonder by R.J. Palacio (for older readers)
• Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt (for older readers)

Other Books in the Wren's Way Series:

• The Heart of A Wren: A Story for Children Who Live Softly
• Wren Learns Her Way
• Wren's Picture Day: Finding Her Yes in A Sensory World
• Wren's Picture Puzzles: A Story About Thinking in Pictures And Finding Meaning in Words