Pierre Novellie discovered he was autistic after a chance encounter with an autistic heckler during a comedy show. This unexpected moment led to his diagnosis at 31, helping him make sense of lifelong challenges. His new book, Why can't I just enjoy things?: A comedian's guide to autism, offers a witty and insightful exploration of autism, blending personal experience with observational comedy, making it accessible and entertaining for both neurodiverse readers and those new to the topic.