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In 'Mother Tongue,' author Sara Nović examines deaf history, and writes her own artwork
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In 'Mother Tongue,' author Sara Nović examines deaf history, and writes her own

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Jun 2, 20269:24Arts

Acclaimed author Sara Nović lost her hearing at age 12. Since then, she’s learned ASL, written the best-selling novel True Biz, mothered two children, and even discovered a knack for playing the piano — something she fee...

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In 'Mother Tongue,' author Sara Nović examines deaf history, and writes her own is an episode from NPR's Book of the Day by NPR. Acclaimed author Sara Nović lost her hearing at age 12. Since then, she’s learned ASL, written the best-selling...

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Published Jun 2, 2026, 9:24 long, audio available.