The Sign Language Company

05/28/2026

05/13/2026

Join us for a special book signing, Q&A event featuring Fly on the Wall, Bill Pugin’s remarkable memoir.
It would be a pleasure to welcome friends, colleagues, and community for this meaningful gathering centered on communication, connection, and accessibility. Whether you join us for the full event or simply stop by to say hello, we would be delighted to see you.
📍 Chicago Hearing Society Rooftop
2017 N Mendell Street, Chicago, IL 60614
📅 May 31, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
We hope you’ll join us for this special afternoon. 🤍


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04/13/2026

😎😍 Join us this week at Palm Desert Library !!

**AUTHOR TALK with Bill Pugin**

When: April 16th at 3PM
Where: Community Room, Palm Desert Library

Come join us and hear about journey from being a hearing child with a Deaf sister to a skilled sign language interpreter. Through early exposure to ASL and a transformative time at Gallaudet, he finds his purpose bridging the Deaf and hearing worlds.

Author Bio:

For over five decades, Bill Pugin has stood at the crossroads of two languages and cultures—bridging communication between the Deaf and hearing worlds. In this heartfelt and often humorous memoir, Pugin takes readers on a journey from his small-town Southern childhood to the global stages and studios where he built a lifetime of stories as a sign language interpreter, performer, and advocate.From his first exposure to American Sign Language through his Deaf sister, to interpreting alongside Oscar-winner Marlee Matlin, Fly on the Wall celebrates the beauty of connection, the art of interpretation, and the human spirit’s unshakable drive to be understood. Pugin’s reflections reveal not just the life of one man, but the evolution of a profession—and a culture—rooted in empathy, expression, and resilience.A moving tribute to the Deaf community and a master class in compassion, this memoir is a must-read for anyone interested in language, accessibility, and the extraordinary power of understanding.

This program will be ASL (American Sign Language) accessible. Registration required.

03/18/2026

“Don’t miss out, Coachella Valley! Bill Pugin is back for another must-attend book signing and Q&A event on April 16 from 3pm –5:30pm at Palm Desert Library, 73300 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260. Books will be available for purchase, and personal copies are welcome for signing. RSVP Starts on March 20th 3:02pm, use the link below —spaces are limited!”

FLY ON THE WALL IS AVAILABLE ON:
Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fly-on-the-wall-bill-pugin/1148978301?ean=9798994264911

Amazon: https://a.co/d/00ORhFt8

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Synopsis: A memoir of Bill Pugin’s journey from being a hearing child with a Deaf sister to a skilled sign language interpreter. Through early exposure to ASL and a transformative time at Gallaudet, he finds his purpose bridging the Deaf and hearing worlds. Along the way, he builds a vibrant life ...

03/16/2026

Check it out Fly on the Wall on Our City Tonight... Thank you so much Leeta & Jim. 🤟

Our City Tonight

In this episode of Our City Tonight, we sit down with Bill Pugin — actor, author, and ASL interpreter — for a thoughtful conversation about communication, cr...

02/17/2026

“Grateful to Yahoo for featuring Fly on the Wall and sharing this behind-the-scenes story with such a wide audience.”
Thank you so much Robin Raven and Yahoo

In a wide-ranging and deeply personal phone interview, award-winning ASL interpreter and author Bill Pugin reflects on his extraordinary 50-year career.

01/21/2026

01/20/2026

KTLA Channel 5.
Fantastic interview, thank you so much Melvin Robert and the KTLA Team !!
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01/09/2026

Thank you so much Marlee Matlin for sharing “Fly on the wall” !! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the book 🤩. Your support means the world to us!. 🤟🏻🤟🏻🤟🏻

12/19/2025

Book Signing event by author: Bill Pugin - Celebrating 50 years of ASL Interpreting on January 24th from 2pm to 5pm at GLAD.

📅 Date: Saturday, January 24th, 2026
🕐 Time: 2PM - 5PM
📍 Location: GLAD Auditorium, 2222 Laverna Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90041
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Book Signing event by author: Bill Pugin - Celebrating 50 years of ASL Interpreting on January 24 from 2 to 5 pm at GLAD.

📅 Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
🕐 Time: 2 - 5 PM
📍 Location: GLAD Auditorium, 2222 Laverna Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90041
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is for informational purposes only. Inclusion of any events or activities does not constitute sponsorship or endorsement.