Autism / Asperger's Syndrome / PDD Publications and conferences from Future Horizons

Our Story

Why We Are Here

We became the leading publisher in the world of autism/Asperger's primarily because my son, Alex, was diagnosed with autism. This event led me to write a charming little book, Laughing and Loving with Autism, as I tried to show the world some of the positives and joys that a child with autism can bring. Soon other authors were bringing their books to us in numbers so large, that in a short time we stopped publishing in all other venues and focused in this field. For the first time in my life I was blessed, in that my vocation and passion were blended. Alex's perspectives constantly led me to redefine my language and outlook.

Here is an excerpt from my second book, More Laughing and Loving with Autism, that shows how sometimes people with autism can be a little TOO honest.

I was helping Alex with his homework when we got to Math. The drill required learning math terms witht he first being "hypothesis." Since Alex has a problem with things that are not concrete, I thought this was beyond him, but I tried anyway.

"Alex, it's an idea that could happen."

I explained it as basically as I could. He regarded me with a blank stare.

Later, to my chagrin, there was a recap exercise. The first question was, "Make up your own hypothesis." I turned to Alex without much hope.

"Alex, you have to give me a hypothesis."
"Maybe I will."

Sometimes I wonder...

Our children, students, and friends with autism and Asperger's bring new meanings to our lives. I hope our books, videos and conferences assist you in bringing a better future to your horizon.

Until I see you at one of our conferences, have a great day and...

Keep Smiling!

Wayne Gilpin, president

The oldest of nine children, Wayne Gilpin believes that his most important accomplishment is being the father to three terrific children, Jennifer, Alex and Katherine. President of Future Horizons and author of several books, Mr. Gilpin has also been a Keynote speaker at the ASA National Conference, the International Congress on Autism in Australia, the Texas Education conference on Autism 2005, as well as numerous other speaking engagements.

Most recently Mr. Gilpin was invited to be the Keynote speaker at the
International Congress on Autism 2006 in South Africa but unfortunately could not attend.

Learn more about how we started by reading an article from the Ft. Worth Star Telegram

Our Employees:

R. Wayne Gilpin, President & Publisher

Jennifer Gilpin, Vice-President, Foreign Translations Coordinator and Conference Coordinator
Anita Gazaway, Assistant Conference Coordinator & Graphic Designer/Webmaster
Teresa Corey, Conference Administration

Kelly Gilpin, Editorial Coordinator
Erinn Martin, Editorial Assistant
Mary Lina Berndt, Editorial Assistant
Veronica Zysk, Autism Asperger’s Digest Magazine Editor

Sherrilynn Barker, Book Exhibits & Advertising Coordinator

Lyn Dunsavage, Distributor Coordinator

Annette Vick, Accreditation/Administration

Dave Reasor, CPA

Betty Varas, Customer Service Manager
Leah Rice, Customer Service Representative
Barbara Richardson, Customer Service Representative

Shelley Hines, Fulfillment Manager
Dennis Schoenwald, Fulfillment Assistant
Brad Masella, Fulfillment Assistant
Mike Ferman, Most Popular Employee

Future Horizons, Inc.
721 West Abram Street, Arlington, TX 76013
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Phone.800.489.0727 * Fax.817.277.2270