Join Sydney Langford with Charlie’s Queer Books (Fremont, Seattle, WA) in celebration of their debut YA novel, The Loudest Silence - two disabled, queer teens find belonging in this poignant platonic love story about singing, signing, and solidarity. Sydney will be in conversation with fellow young adult author Maya Prasad, sign books, and hold a raffle for bookish prizes.

Author Event: Sydney Langford 'The Loudest Silence'

Friday Aug 2nd, 2024

7:00 PM-8:00 PM

At Charlie's Queer Books, 465 N 36th St, Seattle, WA 98103

Accessibility note: There will be a sign language interpreter present during the event. Sydney’s service dog will be in attendance, but he is not available for interactions or petting (he’s working). There is no wheelchair accessible bathroom on site. Face masks are highly encouraged!

About the author:

Sydney Langford (they/them) is a queer, Deaf–Hard of Hearing, and physically disabled author living in Portland, Oregon. When not singing musical theater songs or playing with their dogs, they are passionate about writing stories that celebrate inclusivity and the diverse experiences of queer and disabled teens. The Loudest Silence is their debut novel. You can find Sydney on social media @slangwrites, or visit their website at slangwrites.com.

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