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Growing Up in Mainstream Public School: Things I Wish I Knew Back Then with Sara Miller
We always seek interesting and informative experiences from which to learn and grow. When I read Sara’s message, I appreciated the...
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Apr 27, 20248 min read


Interview with Mickey Carolan: CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), Author, and Speaker – New Release Mom Dad Not Hear
We spoke to Mickey about his writing, his experiences as a CODA, and how he’s using what he’s learned as an author, speaker, and advocate.
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Feb 7, 20247 min read


A StoryWalk® in Honor of Deaf Awareness Month
Have you ever heard of a StoryWalk®? This special experience is designed to get kids and adults moving and enjoying books together! In...
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Sep 3, 20234 min read


Two worlds unite in a collaboration between picture book author Nancy Churnin and deaf historian Steve Sandy.
Many people, places, and dreams merged in the making of "The William Hoy Story" by Nancy Churnin. Discover this extraordinary journey.
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Aug 4, 20236 min read


Interview with Mickey Carolan, Children’s Book Author and Child of Deaf Adults (CODA)
I recently met fellow children’s book author Mickey Carolan through a mutual friend. After I read his picture book Sky, the Deaf Home Run...
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Apr 14, 202310 min read


My Panel Discussion Highlights & Conference Recap from AWP’s 2023 Conference
I’ve just returned from an Association of Writers & Writing Programs (AWP) conference in Seattle, Washington! It was a joy to attend—and...
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Mar 24, 20239 min read


Michigan Authors Our Interests, Our Connections, and Our Differences.
December winds are blowing not gently at all as November fades memories linger of the Rochester Writers Book Fair held at the Rochester...
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Dec 9, 20228 min read


October is Audiology Awareness Month - “Hearing is only one part of you.”
Watch and listen to Kathleen's converstion with Audiologist, Angie Lederman, MS, CCC-A of Hear Now Audiology & Tinnitus Center to learn...
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Oct 24, 202215 min read


Bobbie Hinman - How Self-Publishing Authors are Changing the Landscape
It's your time! Now that the kids are back to school, you can have some time to think about your next big project. How about a children’s...
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Oct 6, 20226 min read


Shannon Stocker Shares a Very Personal Story - Discovering Evelyn Glennie's work and so much more!
by Kathleen Marcath Shannon Stocker has authored several children’s books, including LISTEN: HOW EVELYN GLENNIE, A DEAF GIRL, CHANGED...
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Sep 19, 202211 min read


Interview with Travis D. Peterson, author of "Ada and the Helpers"
Born & raised in Wilmington, North Carolina, Travis D. Peterson grew up building tree forts and exploring trails in the woods, riding...
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Sep 12, 20228 min read


NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER: Sara Nović and the Representation of Deafness
by Kathleen Marcath Covid challenged us all to hear the voice muffled behind a mask where there are no lips to read and fewer expressions...
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Aug 7, 20225 min read


Can You Hear a Rainbow?: An Exploration of Sound and Friendship
Can You Hear a Rainbow? is a fantastic picture book about a deaf boy named Chris. It is a nonfiction book that follows Chris as he...
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Jul 12, 20224 min read


Deafness in a Hearing World, Through the Lens of Raymond Antrobus
I recently discovered Raymond Antrobus, a Deaf British poet and children's book author. Antrobus published two poetry collections, The...
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Jun 6, 20224 min read


Interview with Katie Petruzziello Author of "Mighty Mila"
Author Interview Katie Petruzziello is a CPA turned project manager who spends her days juggling her career and trying to keep up with...
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May 1, 20228 min read


The Inner World of a Deaf Person
The Inner World of a Deaf Person It is commonly thought that deaf people are more intuitive. They pick up on things that hearing people...
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Mar 7, 20224 min read


Celebrating Book Birthday! Featured in SCBWI-MI Book Birthday Blog
by Christy Matthes Thursday, November 11, 2021 Welcome to SCBWI-MI's Book Birthday Blog! Where we celebrate new books from Michigan's...
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Nov 12, 20215 min read


Every Child has a Gift to Give
Education Evolution is up to big things. Dr. Maureen O'Shaughnessy has a passion for children and their education. Through the Education...
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Jul 27, 20212 min read


Meet Diana Campbell an Extraordinary Person and Deaf ASL Storyteller
Diana Campbell Diana Campbell graduated from Florida School for the Deaf and married her Deaf husband, Scott Ashley. They have twins...
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Jun 5, 20214 min read


Language First?
Kimberly Sanzo and Kathleen Marcath's conversation! "Why ASL is Important for Deaf Children. Learn how Language Frist was born and...
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Apr 15, 20211 min read
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