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Highlights
- "A testament to continued growth, Carolan's book offers leadership guidance that's practical, enjoyable, and thoroughly authentic" - Kirkus Reviews"...deserves a wide readership and equally broad discussions among and between Deaf and hearing readers from all walks of life.
- Author(s): Mickey Carolan
- 218 Pages
- Biography + Autobiography, Personal Memoirs
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About the Book
In this endearing, non-traditional memoir, the son of a Deaf mother and father takes you on an adventure inside a culture most of us have never experienced. Includes a Book Club discussion guide for your Book Club!
Book Synopsis
"A testament to continued growth, Carolan's book offers leadership guidance that's practical, enjoyable, and thoroughly authentic" - Kirkus Reviews
"...deserves a wide readership and equally broad discussions among and between Deaf and hearing readers from all walks of life." - D. DONOVAN, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
In this endearing, non-traditional memoir, the son of a Deaf mother and father takes you on an adventure inside a culture most of us have never experienced.
In Mom Dad Not Hear, Mickey Carolan exposes the joys and heartaches of living as a hearing person in a non-hearing home, and he shares 30 intimate stories and lessons learned from his life as a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults).
Carolan pulls back the curtain, revealing a world where communication is a daily challenge. Join him on a journey through a crazy cross-cultural life, corporate leadership, and love that endures all things. With first-hand insights and raw candor, he shares an intimate look into his struggles as well as his successes.
Mom Dad Not Hear is more than a memoir; it's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Mickey's narrative explores a life where love transcends language barriers and silence speaks volumes.
You'll find in Mom Dad Not Hear:
- Insights into the hidden world of the Deaf community.
- Thirty passionate stories, and lessons they teach us.
- Deaf support resources offering connection and knowledge.
- Book club discussion questions to spark vibrant conversations.
In this book, Carolan shares with you a touching tribute to the power of love and the enduring bonds that connect us all. Prepare to be inspired and moved by Mickey Carolan's unforgettable journey, Mom Dad Not Hear.
Start leading, living, and loving like a CODA today!
Review Quotes
"...uplifting, emphasizing the good that arises from improved communication and maximizing one's personal potential. A testament to continued growth, Carolan's book offers leadership guidance that's practical, enjoyable, and thoroughly authentic. Carolan reminds readers that we all have the power to be someone's superhero." - Kirkus Reviews
"In Mom Dad Not Hear, the Carolan family legacy rings through this entire book. This book is one example of Mickey creating living LEGACY. This book will fuel YOU with positivity and perspective that will help you lead, live, and love with purpose." - Ben Newman, 2x Wall Street Journal Bestseller of UNCOMMON Leadership & The STANDARD
"...Mom Dad Not Hear deserves a wide readership and equally broad discussions among and between Deaf and hearing readers from all walks of life...should be on the shelves of any library with any iota of interest in Deaf community experiences and memoirs about family relationships." - D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
"As a fellow CODA, I've never related to a book so much in my life - a mix of hilarity, heartfelt moments, and wonderful life lessons. This is a book that will stay with you long after you've closed the final chapter." - Brad Klein, The CODA Comedian
"Anyone who grows up in a challenging situation will often see their condition as a burden. It isn't until later in life that you realize you were given a gift. In this book, Mickey provides a lot of great stories and wisdom from his experience as a CODA (which is my childhood experience as well). Best of all, he tells the overarching story that challenges in your life can either crush you or strengthen you ... and that it's up to you how you want to interpret those circumstances." - Bill McKendry, author of DO MORE GOOD: Moving nonprofits from good to growth and the inventive leader of the He Gets Us movement, the largest Jesus campaign in history.
"Mom Dad Not Hear captivates readers across diverse cultures through relatable family narratives. Its profound leadership insights elevate it beyond any other book addressing the experiences of having Deaf parents that I've encountered." - Keith Wann, CODA, Entertainer, and Interpreter