Discover the Power of Strength and Magic
Dive into four captivating tales where Deaf, DeafBlind, and DeafDisabled youth rise against injustice. In "Ma'Hil Nayce: The Secret of UnDeafening," " Serria Sinclair: The Hidden Roots," "Kensington Deaf Crew: Who’s Creating The Hate?" and "Nyara’s Aura: Serenity’s Redemption" these extraordinary individuals confront oppressive systems, uncover hidden truths, and wield magic to protect their identities and communities. These interwoven stories commemorate courage, hope, and the relentless fight for freedom.
IIn a world where magic hums through the land, Nyara, a Deaf, queer OminiAcrane (non-human) teen from the Lumni Region, struggles to find her place in human society while attending Harmonia Deaf Academy. Grieving the end of a relationship that might never truly be, she must navigate friendship, identity, and self-discovery.
Nyara and her friends uncover the legacy of Serenity, whose safety is gravely compromised. Together, they face their fears to unravel the truth behind Serenity’s banishment. As tensions rise and secrets unfold, Nyara begins to question why OminiAcrane—especially the Luminines (Celestial beings)—remain hidden and their power unrecognized.
As danger looms, Nyara must decide: will she embrace her powers to guide her friends to safety, or risk everything to confront the forces that seek to suppress their kind?
In Deaf school, Lala, a trans girl, cherishes the peace she's found, supported by her best friends Ethan and Tenisha. However, her world is shaken when Jake, a new student with anger issues, transfers in, coinciding with the appearance of hateful LGBT messages around campus. Suspicion and distrust swirl, especially as Jake becomes involved in investigating the incidents.
Forced to work together, Lala and Jake form an unexpected bond that grows into a tender romance, despite the secrets they both keep. Tensions rise as Tenisha’s jealousy surfaces, and Ethan reveals his own boyfriend is behind the hate campaign. In a climactic twist, Jake confesses he is also transgender, mirroring Lala’s journey.
Through resilience and trust, Lala and Jake expose the truth, bring the culprits to justice, and find solace in their shared experiences. Their love becomes a beacon of hope, proving the power of authenticity and acceptance in the face of intolerance.
At Grayshire Deaf Academy, Sierra Sinclair, a DeafBlind and TransQueer teenager, struggles to find her place in a world that often overlooks her. Her quiet life is upended when Victor, a celebrated DeafBlind artist, disappears during the unveiling of his latest sculpture—a piece said to contain braille inscriptions revealing silenced truths about the academy’s history.
Determined to uncover what happened to Victor and his work, Sierra teams up with her close friends, Ari and Jordy. Their investigation leads them deep into the academy’s shadowy past, where secrets of exclusion and injustice lie buried. But as they get closer to the truth, they face mounting threats from the powerful academy council, desperate to keep the past hidden.
Sierra must confront her own fears, embrace her identity, and fight for justice—not just for Victor, but for generations of voices erased from history. "The Hidden Roots" is a gripping tale of courage, identity, and uncovering the truth buried beneath layers of silence.
The Legacy of Ma'Hil: The Secret of UnDeafening
Nearly a century after the UnBinding—a historic revolution that marked the early stages of decolonization, the LandBack movement, and deindustrialization to heal the environment and achieve sustainability—the city of Rivermoss finds itself at a crossroads. Magic, once a tool of liberation, has become a weapon of control wielded by the authoritarian Council. Initially targeting Deaf individuals, the Council’s campaign to erase identities has expanded to include Blind and disabled people through a brutal process known as “UnDeafening.”
Ma'Hil Nayce, a DeafBlind teenager and an active member of the resistance, fights to protect their community’s heritage and humanity in the face of this looming threat. When their closest ally, Nia, is captured and subjected to the Council’s experiments, Ma'Hil discovers a startling truth: the Council’s power is deeply rooted in the very magic they aim to eradicate.
With time running out, Ma'Hil must rally the resistance to confront the Council and their ancient oppressive magic. As they navigate a world still grappling with the echoes of its revolutionary past, Ma'Hil faces an impossible choice: risk everything to preserve their people’s identity or allow the Council to succeed in their campaign of erasure.