★A taboo-breaking book that reveals the hidden world of the hearing impaired
★Author and illustrator Geeske was born with hearing loss and offers a unique perspective
★Essential support for deaf and hard-of-hearing people, as well as their loved ones and an eye-opener for everyone else!

Many people with hearing loss or deafness struggle with feelings of loneliness and exhaustion. They are also at greater risk of depression, burnout, and even dementia later in life. In the Netherlands, around 1.5 million people live with hearing loss, and in Flanders about 800,000. Yet they are often overlooked, partly due to a lack of knowledge and understanding.

Geeske van Voorthuijsen was born hard of hearing. She only found true recognition when she began making her hearing loss - and especially its impact on her daily life - visible through illustrations. In a vulnerable and honest way, she portrays the pain, struggles, and sometimes impossibilities faced by people with hearing loss, as well as the unexpected advantages. With this book, she not only breaks the stigma around deafness and hearing impairment, but also shows how small adjustments can make the world a much more inclusive place.

Dutch illustrator Geeske van Voorthuijsen was born with hearing loss. Through her illustrations, she aims to raise awareness about deafness and hearing impairment. Her dream? A more inclusive world where people with hearing loss truly belong.