To Those Who Speak

A moving tale of a boy and his dog, and a friendship beyond words, from the bestselling author of Together and The Last Tree.

'An epic, lyric, loving book; a cosmos between covers, illuminated by other ways of being and seeing. It will reach many people, and many people will reach for it.' - Robert Macfarlane

When we pause to truly listen, everything speaks.

As it became clear that his son, Harry, would not talk in the same way as other children his age, Luke Adam Hawker began to discover the power and wonder of wordless communication. It was this, and Harry's growing friendship with their beloved family dog, Robin, that provided hope through all that was thrown at them in the first few years of Harry's life.

This is a book about an unconventional parenting journey, and the joy that is unlocked when we really learn to listen.

A heartening, hopeful story of fatherhood and friendship, from bestselling author and artist Luke Adam Hawker.

About the Author

Luke Adam Hawker is a globally acclaimed artist celebrated for his compelling work, which is displayed in several prestigious collections including the Parliamentary Art Collection. He has garnered an enthusiastic social media following that now exceeds half a million. His debut book Together became a Sunday Times bestseller, while his second book The Last Tree inspired a highly praised exhibition with the National Trust in 2024. Together, these two titles have sold over 220,000 copies and have been translated into twelve languages.

An advocate for empathy, Luke harnesses its transformative power in his art, fostering deep connections with his audience through his openness and vulnerability. His passion for creativity is matched only by his dedication to fatherhood, and he eagerly anticipates sharing his son Harry's story through his artistic lens in his third book. Luke lives in Surrey, England, with his wife, son, and their dog, Robin.