They Said We Couldn't, So We Did Making Relationships Work When the Odds Are Against You

"They Said We Couldn't, So We Did: Making Relationships Work When the Odds Are Against You" follows the story of an interracial couple as they navigate the steps of their relationship from first meetings to a happy marriage. With the man having autism and the woman being neurotypical, their journey of growth and acceptance is one that anyone in—or considering being in—a relationship can benefit from. Whether it's having difficult conversations, finding out what your partner is interested in, or keeping your relationship active, this book is for you!

Thomas Iland was diagnosed with autism at 13 years old. Since accepting his diagnosis, Thomas has been recognized as an award-winning author and thought leader. He left his career as a certified public accountant in 2015 to become a keynote speaker, certified human potential coach, and diversity, equity, & inclusion consultant. He is the owner of Come to Life Coaching, which is based on the title of his bestselling book, "Come to Life! Your Guide to Self-discovery." His mission is to empower individuals on and off the autism spectrum to live a life of their choice.
Thomas has spoken at the United Nations, given a TEDx talk entitled "How to Come to Life," and is the only Toastmaster International Accredited Speaker with autism in the world. Thomas has received Junior Chamber International's prestigious "Ten Outstanding Young Americans" (TOYA) Award, has finished eight marathons, two half-Ironman triathlons, and two full Ironman triathlons, and has broken his own Guinness World Record as the world's oldest person with autism to finish a full Ironman triathlon!
Rosetta Walker-Iland, The Queen Of Inspiration ®, is a multi-award winning, bestselling author with Les Brown and other world leaders in the MISSION UNSTOPPABLE book. She is an actress, and was listed as an Oscars consideration for best-supporting actress for her role in the movie Canaan Land. She hosted her own radio talk show. Moreover, Walker-Iland is a gospel singer-songwriter, entrepreneur, Owner and CEO of Walker Records Productions in California, RD Walker Publishing BMI, and is President of Rosetta Creations, Ltd. her multimedia corporation located in New York. She is also the founder of ROSETTA WALKER-ILAND MINISTRIES where she is an Evangelist and ordained minister, is purpose-driven, using her God-given talents, to help people deal with and overcome past trauma. Her mission is to empower as well as counsel and encourage people to achieve their dreams and goals in life.