Raised In Silence
Lessons on Listening, Love, and Loud Family Dinners From a Child of Deaf Adults
A heartfelt book about communication and empathy from Maria Gallucci, A Child of Deaf Adults (CODA)
The book is published by Peaceful Profits and is available worldwide in print, e-book format, and audiobook
What if your first language wasn’t spoken, but signed?
Do you have friends, family, or clients who feel stuck on the outside? Do you long to cultivate inclusive, compassionate relationships both personally and professionally?
In Raised in Silence, Maria Gallucci invites you into the vivid, rarely seen world of growing up as a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults). With humor, heart, and unflinching honesty, she shares what it’s like to bridge the gap between cultures from the moment you can walk: the Deaf world of her parents and the hearing world outside their door.
From interpreting medical diagnoses before she could spell “mortgage,“ to building a thriving career as a top-producing real estate professional, Maria’s journey is both deeply personal and universally inspiring. Her life motto, “Just Try,“ echoes through every page, offering readers the courage to step into discomfort, embrace resilience, and connect across differences.
Inside this powerful book you will discover:
- Stories that will make you laugh, cry, and think; from childhood antics in a signing household to the heartbreak of interpreting her mother’s terminal cancer diagnosis.
- A living guide to Deaf culture and ASL, filled with insights, respectful communication tips, and ways to foster true inclusion.
- Universal lessons in love and identity, showing how humor, empathy, and pride transcend language, culture, and who you love.
- Business and leadership wisdom drawn from Maria’s success in real estate and advocacy, proving that listening deeply is the foundation of trust and growth.
- Reflection prompts and motivational takeaways designed to help you put empathy into action in your own life and work.
Warm, wise, and wildly relatable, Raised in Silence is a cultural guide, a motivational handbook, and a business playbook, all rooted in one woman’s extraordinary story, one that celebrates diversity, intersectionality, and the power of authentic connection
The ideal reader for this book is:
- CODAs and members of the Deaf community. People who will see their own experiences reflected in Maria’s story or gain insight into the unique dynamic of growing up in a signing household.
- Children of immigrants or bi-cultural families. Anyone who’s had to bridge two worlds, two cultures, or two languages will connect with the themes of identity, belonging, and resilience.
- Professionals seeking inclusive leadership inspiration, especially in fields like business, education, and healthcare, where empathy and communication are essential.
- Readers who love memoirs about resilience and who appreciate heartfelt, identity-driven storytelling.
- The LGBTQ+ community and DEI allies. Individuals interested in intersectional stories that celebrate inclusion, belonging, and authenticity across multiple identities.
- This book is also ideal for book clubs and discussion groups. The built-in reflection prompts make it perfect for guided discussions about empathy, connection, and breaking down barriers.
A Child of Deaf Adults Story of Family, Resilience, Inclusion, and the Power of Just Trying
Raised in Silence is a heartfelt book about empathy, communication, and the courage to be authentic. As a Child of Deaf Adults (CODA), author Maria Gallucci shares how awareness and acceptance can bridge communities and inspire true inclusion. Her story celebrates diversity and the courage to “just try” reminding us that compassion has the power to connect us all.
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“A deeply personal glimpse into the experience of being Deaf. This book is a beautiful contribution to the conversation around identity, culture, and connection. I’m grateful for the space it creates to amplify diverse voices and lived truths.”- Cliff Moers, former Director of Colorado Commission for the Deaf, HoH, and DeafBlind
“This book is a treasure. A wonderful portrayal of Deaf culture and community experiences through the eyes of a CODA.”-Sabrina, Director of Deaf Overcoming Violence through Empowerment
“American Sign Language is the transformative river that flows through the United States, engraving humanity’s greatest gift into every generation. This book helps bridge that gap.”- Jake Pfau-Martinez, President of Colorado Association of the Deaf
About Maria Gallucci:
Maria Gallucci is a multi-award-winning real estate agent and proud CODA (Child of Deaf Adults). Growing up as one of six hearing children raised by Deaf parents, she learned ASL before English and helped her parents buy a home at just 12 years old. This experience shaped her passion for inclusive communication and helping those who are often overlooked.
For over 30 years, Maria has supported homebuyers from all walks of life, with special focus on the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and LGBTQ+ communities. She’s the founder of Uptown Realty Group, Gallucci Homes, ASL @ Compass Affinity Group, and ASL Realty- a national platform connecting Deaf & Hard of Hearing clients with signing agents – and ranks in the top 1% of agents in Colorado and top 1.5% nationwide.
Maria serves on boards for Rocky Mountain Deaf School, DOVE, and Colorado Association of the Deaf. Her motto “just try” reflects her belief that meaningful connection starts with one small step. Her debut book Raised in Silence is both a love letter to the Deaf & Hard of Hearing community and a guide for bridging communication gaps. More information can be found about Maria and Raised In Silence at: Home – Raised In Silence by Maria Gallucci
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