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"The road to any place of beauty is often long and not always easy. But the journey itself can be one of meaning and joy."
David Raphael on Navigating the Path of Autism with His Son
Through essays spanning thirty years and intimate father-son conversations, A Miracle of the Heart chronicles Jacob's autism diagnosis, our shared journey, and his blossoming into a creative and caring young man. This journey shaped our entire family, offering readers a window into a father's profound struggles and revelations.
The Authors
David Raphael
David Raphael is a social worker and nonprofit leader who began writing in earnest after his son’s autism diagnosis. “A Miracle of the Heart” is his first book.
Jacob Raphael
Jacob Raphael is a writer, tutor, and advocate on the autism spectrum. He has written short stories, is working on his first novel, and mentors teens with autism.
Learn more about David and Jacob on our About Us page.
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