Is there a concealed element of you that nobody else sees? Have you got a vivid inner world of thoughts and feelings that your peers and family members can’t seem to access? Have you ever been told you’re too tranquil, shy, boring, or uncomfortable? Are your behaviors and comfort zones questioned by a society it doesn’t seem to obtain you? If so, you may be an introvert.

With respect to those who have long been misunderstood, rejected, or ignored, fellow introvert Jenn Granneman writes a compassionate vindication-exploring, discovering, and celebrating the trick inner world of introverts. Drawing on scientific research, in-depth interviews with experts and other introverts, and her own private tale, Granneman reveals the clockwork behind the introvert’s mind-and why so many people get it wrong.

So whether you’re a real introvert, an extrovert anxious to learn how introverts tick, or a curious ambivert, this empowering manifesto will answer issues you’ve usually had.