Hard-of-hearing

The Lip Reader Celebrates its First Year Anniversary

ByMichael Thal November 10, 2022November 10, 2022

The Lip Reader, a story about deafness and survival, was published one year ago. Come and help celebrate its anniversary.

ByMichael Thal October 31, 2022October 31, 2022

True Biz by Sara Novic tells the story of a pivotal year at a school for the Deaf. It’s a wonderful resource of Deaf culture and an eye-opener.

ByMichael Thal September 22, 2022September 22, 2022

Learn what you can do to facilitate easier communication with the Deaf and hard-of-hearing during International Week of the Deaf.

ByMichael Thal August 4, 2022August 4, 2022

Discover a new book on Shepherd; a magical and fun experience for readers and writers, alike.

ByMichael Thal June 25, 2022June 25, 2022

Kayaking on Lake Balboa deaf has its unique problems.

ByMichael Thal June 2, 2022June 2, 2022

The Lip Reader, a novel about deafness, wins a prestigious award.

ByMichael Thal May 27, 2022May 27, 2022

The only synagogue of the deaf is about to celebrate its 62nd anniversary, but there is a problem. Learn how you can help.

ByMichael Thal March 26, 2022March 26, 2022

The Lip Reader, after being published six months ago, has many rave reviews. See what people are saying about this extraordinary novel.

ByMichael Thal June 10, 2021June 10, 2021

Zhila Shirazi grew up deaf and Jewish in Iran. The soon to be released novel, “The Lip Reader” tells her story.

ByMichael Thal March 18, 2021March 18, 2021

Everyone deals with loss in their own way. Here I tell how I deal with hearing loss and deafness.