Hearing Loss is Epidemic in Twenty-first Century America. Kathlyn Maguire, founder of nonprofit Empowerment Through Hearing, commissioned Natalie Garibian Peters to write "Listen Up!" in an effort to help teens understand the importance of hearing health and to educate the public about the widespread nature of this condition in all age groups. Hearing Loss is Epidemic in Twenty-First Century America. Kathlyn Maguire, founder of nonprofit Empowerment Through Hearing (ETH), commissioned Natalie Garibian Peters to write "Listen Up!" in an effort to help teens understand the importance of hearing health and to educate the public about the widespread nature of this condition in all age groups. "Listen Up!" is a fun read that explores many dimensions of hearing. It explains why our very fast and loud world is taking a toll on how we hear things now and how we may hear them later. In "Listen Up!" you'll also meet Abby and Ben who face a lot of big decisions. As they juggle school, friends and growing up, they also find themselves living out their dreams, whether on a movie set or in a rock band. With secrets of their own, they come to realize that sometimes it's better to reach out than to be held back from who they are supposed to be.
"Listen Up!" is a fun read that explores many dimensions of hearing loss. It explains why our very fast and LOUD world is taking a toll on how we hear things now and how we may hear them later. In "Listen Up! you'll also meet Abby and Ben who, just like you, face a lot of big decisions. As they juggle school, friends and growing up, they find themselves living out their dreams, whether as a movie star or in a rock band. With secrets of their own, they come to realize that sometimes it's better to reach out than to be held back from who they are supposed to be.
About Natalie Garibian Peters
Natalie Garibian Peters graduated magna cum laude from Duke University. She is an author and screenwriter. In 2007 her book, "The Love of My Life: the Memoirs of Howard G. Minsky was released, chronicling the incredible journey of noted film producer Howard Minsky, producer of the blockbuster movie "Love Story." Ms . Garibian Peters resides in New York City.
