Linda Zonana has a diagnosis of Menière’s Disease, one of the diseases of the inner ear. Her own struggles in dealing with the condition led her to do the research and interviews that culminated in the writing of this book. She and her husband live near New Haven, CT. Their three children are grown. She is a graduate of Swarthmore College, and has a master’s degree from the Smith College School for Social Work. Currently, she works part-time as a clinician at a local mental health agency. Linda enjoys reading novels and books of scientific and historical interest, as well as many outdoor activities. These include swimming and surfing, along with hiking, skiing, and sailing with her husband.