In Be Different, Robison shares a new batch of endearing stories about his childhood, adolescence, and young adult years, giving the reader a rare window into the Aspergian mind. 
In each story, he offers practical advice—for Aspergians and indeed for anyone who feels "different"—on how to improve the weak communication and social skills
that keep so many people from taking full advantage
of their often remarkable gifts.With his trademark honesty and unapologetic eccentricity, Robison addresses questions like:
• How to read others and follow their behaviors when in uncertain social situations • Why manners matter • How to harness your powers of concentration to master difficult skills • How to deal with bullies • When to make an effort to fit in, and when to embrace eccentricity • How to identify special gifts and use them to your advantage.
In each story, he offers practical advice—for Aspergians and indeed for anyone who feels "different"—on how to improve the weak communication and social skills
that keep so many people from taking full advantage
of their often remarkable gifts.With his trademark honesty and unapologetic eccentricity, Robison addresses questions like:• How to read others and follow their behaviors when in uncertain social situations • Why manners matter • How to harness your powers of concentration to master difficult skills • How to deal with bullies • When to make an effort to fit in, and when to embrace eccentricity • How to identify special gifts and use them to your advantage.