CWG member Martha Summa-Chadwick is proud to announce the release of Trevor the Noteable G.O.A.T.: A Triumphant Tale of Music and Friendship for a Boy with Autism.
This is a heartfelt middle-grade novel that introduces readers to Trevor Chaplin, a brilliant but socially awkward fifth grader who has recently been diagnosed with autism. When a pop quiz reveals Trevor’s extraordinary math abilities, his classmates recognize that he possesses a remarkable gift. But it is through music—and the guidance of a caring music teacher who is also a music therapist—that Trevor begins to discover his confidence, his voice, and his place in the world.
The book’s unique title is a play on words: Trevor is celebrated as the “Noteable G.O.A.T.” (Greatest of All Time) for his new connection with musical notes and his personal achievements. As Trevor navigates friendships, school challenges, and the journey toward believing in himself, his perseverance leads him to unexpected opportunities, including new friends who join with him to form a band as they share their joy in music. Along the way, Trevor learns that the qualities that make him different are also the ones that make him extraordinary. Warm, uplifting, and inspiring, Trevor the Noteable G.O.A.T. celebrates the power of music, friendship, and self-discovery.