Jaap Bressers is the author of two bestselling books, with more than 70,000 copies sold. Where There’s a Wheel, There’s a Way is also available in English.
Jaap writes as he speaks: with honesty, warmth and humour. His books combine memorable personal stories with practical insights, inviting readers to see new possibilities, recognise their own value and discover the difference they can make.
In 27 short, personal stories, Jaap shares the experiences and discoveries that changed his perspective on life.
At the age of 21, a diving accident left him with tetraplegia and turned the future he had imagined upside down. But this book is about more than what happened to Jaap. It is about what he discovered afterwards: that possibilities can appear where you least expect them, that everyone has something valuable to contribute and that small actions can have a surprisingly big impact.
With honesty and plenty of humour, Jaap invites readers to become curious about what they can do—in their work, for the people around them and in their own lives.
Each chapter tells a complete story, so you can read the book from cover to cover or simply enjoy one story at a time.
There are no complicated theories or step-by-step formulas. Just relatable stories that make you smile, invite reflection and offer insights you can put into practice in your own way.
Where There’s a Wheel, There’s a Way is also a meaningful gift for employees, customers, business partners or guests at your event.
It is a natural extension of Jaap’s keynote, giving people something tangible to take home, revisit and share with others.
For larger orders, several personalisation and delivery options are available:
Volume discounts are available for organisations.
The book’s message reaches beyond its pages. The cover gives agricultural waste a new purpose: it is made from the stems and leaves left over after harvest. The inside pages are printed with eco-friendly inks.
With every new print run, 100 trees and shrubs are planted in a local food forest. When you order the English book through the Carlos Moments shop, the proceeds support the Carlos Moments Foundation.
So this book does more than share stories about making a difference. It helps make one.
