CREATORS OF AUTISM FUNNIES

DR. ESSIE TRENT

Essie Trent is a devoted mother, advocate, and storyteller whose life embodies resilience, humor, and unwavering love. As the mother of twin boys born at just 24.5 weeks and later diagnosed with Autism, Essie has navigated the complexities of raising two exceptional young men while discovering unexpected joy along the way.

Her voice blends warmth, wit, and honesty. She brings a “real-mom perspective” that is equal parts tender, transparent, and laugh-out-loud funny. Through her stories, Essie gives the world a fresh, positive, and deeply human look at Autism — one rooted not in limitation, but in possibility.

Essie’s gift is simple and profound:
She helps people see the humor and the beauty in the unexpected.

KYLE WILSON

Oldest By One Minute, and He’ll Proudly Tell You So.

Kyle is expressive, outgoing, confident, creative, and deeply social. He has a natural comedic rhythm, a huge heart, and a gift for making people feel seen. He loves art, movies, tv shows, video games, and connecting with people.

Kyle’s humor shines through storytelling, quick observations, and his famously honest commentary on his mom’s hairstyles.

He brings personality, big energy, and leadership to the book.

Kyle is a proud senior and will be graduating this year from Newsome High School representing the class of 2026. He is on the honor roll.

KOREY WILSON

Quiet, Observant, Sharp, and Unexpectedly Hilarious.

Though he communicates differently, Korey’s intelligence and insight are undeniable. His humor is subtle, literal, and brilliantly timed. He loves movies, cartoons, Doritos, and Alabama. He has his own “twin talk” connection with Kyle — a language only the two of them truly understand. Korey’s voice adds depth, tenderness, and wisdom to the project. His presence makes the book richer and more heartfelt.

Together, the twins offer a dynamic, balanced perspective on life with Autism — one rooted in love, humor, and authenticity.

Korey is a proud senior at Newsome High School, Class of 2026. He is a Honor Roll student and preparing to graduate this year, celebrating hard work.