Pennyo
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Why is this book unavailable in written form in the U.S.? It is available only in audible form. One of the main characters happens to be deaf and he is portrayed in quite a realistic and positive way. There are not many books with deaf characters. Having this book not available in written form makes it not accessible to the deaf community.
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Jess
This would be a publisher's choice - much in the same way that any non-blockbuster US novels take many months to make it to Australia, it's either in production or not available due to export costs. The audiobook would have been manufactured for the Australian audience, which is why it would be available - no cost to download!
As for the deaf representation, I suggest writing to the publisher to make sure that your voice is heard and that this doesn't happen again.
As for the deaf representation, I suggest writing to the publisher to make sure that your voice is heard and that this doesn't happen again.
Kendra
You can purchase the book through Book Depository {.com} which will ship to the USA for free. :)
Trisha Slay
I second the original question, but I'm confused by your answer. Why is there no eBook?!?! There's no export costs on an eBook and that would allow people with hearing or listening comprehension disabilities to enjoy this story. Honestly, I've run into this issue a few times now. Production costs for an Audible book are substantial. I'll listen and enjoy the story and look for a printed or eBook copy with no results. That makes absolutely no business sense to me. Are these publishers stuck in the 90's?
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