Step into Noel’s shoes, look around his world – filled with a passion for music and glittering car showrooms, unusual tennis, and swimming tactics, with no desire to defeat others and get ahead – and soon an unusual inner exuberance envelops you.
You begin to see the everyday with a fresh, new perspective.
You will see when learning is taken out of the classroom wondrous success follows.
Full of wisdom and compassion in the space of parenting and autism, it is indeed, a rare, heartfelt memoir by Noel’s dad that must be read.
It’s a book for everybody!
Debashis Paul’s book, “I Have Autism and I Like to Play Bad Tennis” is an honest, immersive exploration of neurodivergence with plenty of insights that is not only a moving, heart-touching read but also offers a reservoir of new learnings and takeaways for readers.
This book encourages you to think beyond labels and seek insight-driven innovative solutions. Each chapter serves as a testament to his conviction that Noel’s story possesses the potential to revolutionise society’s perspective on neurodivergent individuals. This book is a treasure trove of wisdom. — DECCAN HERALD OCTOBER 8, 2023
The layered narrative of the book shows that the book is much more than a memoir- a celebration of life itself, a humble request for inclusivity, an attempt to alter the general view of autism, and most importantly, a handy guide to parents of neurodiverse as well as neurotypical children. Noel’s wit sparkles through and his profound observations make one ponder over the social norms and ways of the world. T... See more
Step into Noel’s shoes, look around his world – filled with a passion for music and glittering car showrooms, unusual tennis, and swimming tactics, with no desire to defeat others and get ahead – and soon an unusual inner exuberance envelops you.
You begin to see the everyday with a fresh, new perspective.
You will see when learning is taken out of the classroom wondrous success follows.
Full of wisdom and compassion in the space of parenting and autism, it is indeed, a rare, heartfelt memoir by Noel’s dad that must be read.
It’s a book for everybody!
Debashis Paul’s book, “I Have Autism and I Like to Play Bad Tennis” is an honest, immersive exploration of neurodivergence with plenty of insights that is not only a moving, heart-touching read but also offers a reservoir of new learnings and takeaways for readers.
This book encourages you to think beyond labels and seek insight-driven innovative solutions. Each chapter serves as a testament to his conviction that Noel’s story possesses the potential to revolutionise society’s perspective on neurodivergent individuals. This book is a treasure trove of wisdom. — DECCAN HERALD OCTOBER 8, 2023
The layered narrative of the book shows that the book is much more than a memoir- a celebration of life itself, a humble request for inclusivity, an attempt to alter the general view of autism, and most importantly, a handy guide to parents of neurodiverse as well as neurotypical children. Noel’s wit sparkles through and his profound observations make one ponder over the social norms and ways of the world. The author’s personal style of storytelling, makes the book accessible. And it does all this while painting a moving portrait of an endearingly different mind. — THE HINDU MAY 28, 2023
~ Paul writes “Younger parents of children with autism must understand how to recalibrate their own ambitions and priorities in life; how to let go of the urge to vicariously achieve their goals through their kids. What makes the book so grounded is the author’s refusal to make things look pretty to inspire readers. Noel is someone you should get to know! — HINDUSTAN TIMES DELHI APRIL 29,2023.
To be touched by Noel is a blessing for a reader. — THE BOOK REVIEW Literary Trust Nov 2023.
~ “The positivity and the humour with which Debashis Paul have talks about his role as father glues the reader to every page. What a loving, charming, and a true soul Noel is! Also, as a professional, I learned a lot. This book is a torchbearer for professionals like me and I am so grateful to you for that.” — ANJALI JOSHI, Paediatric Occupational Therapist, KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
