Grief & Loss

Read by the author. Faced with an unimaginable loss, Courtney Pray Duke invites you to discover that when life knocks you down, Jesus is nearer than ever, reaching out to help you get back up and stand strong. Have you found yourself wondering, Will I ever be able to make sense of the...

Talking about death won't kill you. Yet in today's world, death remains one of our greatest taboos. As religion declines and rituals fade, we are left without much guidance for one of life's only certainties. This is your handbook for death in the 21st century – a compassionate, practical and surprisingly hopeful guide to understanding mortality.

The official companion to The Wild Edge of Sorrow—reflection prompts, timely exercises, and rituals of renewal for moving with grief and loss from bestselling author Francis Weller “[The Wild Edge of Sorrow] blew me away. I underlined things on nearly every page." —Anderson Cooper, All...

Grief is universal—but it’s also deeply misunderstood. Too often, those who are grieving are left feeling isolated, hurt by clichés, or silenced by the discomfort of others. This book gives voice to those living with loss and reveals what they truly want family, friends, and caregivers to understand. With honesty and compassion, this medical doctor offers a road map for anyone who longs to be more present, supportive, and helpful—but doesn’t know what to say or do.

Between Laughter and Loss by A.G. Riley is a story of love, courage, and the unbreakable bond between sisters. When Theresa, full of wit and fire, was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer, she chose to live her final year out loud, surrounded by family, laughter, and the small joys that made life worth holding onto. Her younger sister, Annette, became her caretaker and constant companion, walking beside her through hospital rooms, quiet nights, and moments of light that shone even brighter against the darkness.

Read by the author. "Vulnerable and slyly funny."--Publishers Weekly "You're doing so well," they tell you. "You're so strong." Meanwhile, you're standing in the middle of your living room, staring at a mountain of grown-man Legos, wondering if it's disrespectful to donate them or insane to keep...

You are never as alone as you feel. In her memoir, Because “I AM”, Maribel Del Valle-Berdiel traces the quiet, persistent presence of God through the chapters of her life she once believed were beyond repair. From the heavy silence of grief to the unexpected bursts of joy, she offers an unfiltered look at what it means to trust God when life breaks you open in ways you never imagined. A profound part of Maribel’s story includes her medical menopause journey — a journey initiated by a total hysterectomy.

Terminally Smiling is a luminous, soul-baring memoir from singer-songwriter and storyteller Cinder Shine Ernst, who knows firsthand how to live with beauty and bravery in the face of cancer, chronic illness, grief, and uncertainty. This is not a book about pretending things are okay. It’s about how to sing anyway. Through poetic prose, deeply personal stories, and original songs woven throughout the narrative, Cinder invites listeners into her world, a place where rainbow resilience meets raw truth, and where hope doesn’t require a cure to be real.

I wish everything was black and white. I was a regular college student. College was supposed to be predictable, challenging yet carefree, "the best four years of my life." All of that came to a screeching halt. After suddenly losing a friend to suicide, my world turned upside down. I didn't know what to feel. I felt nothing and I felt everything. I wanted my thoughts to be clear: black and white. But no. It was all just grey. Grey Thoughts is an honest retelling of my college experience, the decline of my mental health during my grief, and my efforts to find something to live for.

Casey needs a family of her own: the joys and the sorrows, people who love her, and a place she belongs—what Zorba the Greek called “the full catastrophe”—and she’s determined to make it happen. Adrift in the world after losing her father to a heart attack when she was eleven and her mother to cancer soon after, the death of her only sibling eight years later strengthens her resolve.

After unimaginable loss, Jose Saenz found himself searching for answers, longing for peace, and desperate to feel joy again. One night, his prayer for understanding was answered in a way he could never have predicted — through a vivid, extraordinary dream that felt more real than waking life.

Death is one of life's few certainties, yet most Americans avoid planning for it. This reluctance to confront mortality often leaves families scrambling during their most vulnerable moments, making difficult decisions under emotional duress and financial pressure. Pre-need planning—the process of arranging and often prepaying for funeral services before they're needed—offers a compassionate alternative. It's a final gift you give to those you love: the gift of clarity, reduced burden, and peace of mind.

Encuentra paz y consuelo tras la pérdida de tu mascota, incluso cuando el dolor se siente insoportable y seguir adelante parece imposible. ¿Se te parte el corazón cada vez que pasas por el lugar favorito de tu mascota? ¿Luchas contra la culpa o el arrepentimiento por las decisiones que tomaste al final? ¿Te cuesta expresar tu dolor cuando los demás no comprenden la profundidad de tu pena? No estás solo, y tu dolor es real.

Navigate Your Grief and Find Healing—Even Meaning—In the Loss of Your Loved One. This poignant guide navigates the unfathomable pain of losing a cherished soul, illuminating pathways toward healing and newfound purpose.

"Humor bedeutet mehr und ist etwas anderes, als lustig zu sein. Humor heißt, sich immer wieder an die unterstützende Kraft von Lachen und Freude zu erinnern, sie wertzuschätzen und einzusetzen." Krankheit, Sterben und Tod - da gibt es nichts zu lachen, oder? Harald-Alexander Korp sieht das ganz anders.

Son 365 reflexiones breves para sostenerte en los días difíciles y afirmarte en los buenos. Es el amigo que te propone aceptación, responsabilidad y amor propio como ruta para sanar, poner límites y avanzar. Con tono cercano y directo, te habla del duelo, las rupturas, la culpa, la dependencia, la gratitud, el propósito y la acción, e insiste en que la felicidad es calma consciente y que el presente lo construyes con tus decisiones. A este libro puedes darle el orden de lectura que necesites, según el momento de vida que atravieses.

As an ICU nurse, Theresa Evans witnessed death and dying on a regular basis. She considered it a privilege and an honor to be with someone when they died. And then her own mother chose a date with death. So begins the extraordinary account of a mother and her three daughters preparing for death while coping with their own grief and impending loss.

«Ojalá este relato anime a cada lector a mirar su propia vida, a reconocer sus señales y a descubrir que incluso en los momentos más oscuros siempre existe una luz». Estas páginas nos sumergen en la historia real de un hombre que lo tenía todo en la vida: el doctor Alfonso del Corral...

In Holding On & Letting Go: A Story of Love, Life, & Loss, the author shares a deeply personal journey following his wife Marie's diagnosis of stage IV metastatic breast cancer. This life-altering event transformed their shared voyage, shifting from fear to a profound exploration of love and purpose.

From the author of the “insightful and well-crafted” (The Wall Street Journal) Kennedy and King comes a heart-wrenching and sensitive examination of the tragic loss of President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy’s premature son, Patrick, and how their shared grief brought...

Time doesn't heal grief—in fact, it often makes things harder. In Time Doesn't Heal, best-selling author, grief expert, and widow Teresa Amaral Beshwate challenges one of the most common and damaging myths grieving people are told: that time alone will make the pain fade. For widowed people—especially high achievers—this belief often leads to frustration, self-criticism, and the feeling of being stuck, despite doing everything "right."

¿O acaso conocen ustedes a alguien que antes de los treinta años ya ha superado tres parálisis producto del síndrome de Guillain-Barré, un mes y medio de quimioterapia y una histerectomía radical?

Life rarely goes according to plan. In the workplace, on teams, and in our most important relationships, the unexpected happens. A project derails. A conversation escalates. A leader is tested. The question is not whether challenges will appear. The question is how you respond when they do. In Cake on the Floor, Leadership Performance and Resilience Strategist Ramsey Bergeron shares the unforgettable story of a wedding cake crashing to the ground and the powerful lesson hidden inside it.

Until Next Time by Lori Johnson, narrated by Lori Johnson and published by Panda Publishing Agency, is a deeply moving and heartfelt memoir that explores love, loss, resilience, and healing after unimaginable tragedy. At thirty-two, Lori Johnson was joyfully expecting the birth of her second child. With a healthy pregnancy and every reason to believe in a smooth delivery, she and her husband were filled with anticipation and hope. But in a turn of events no one could have predicted, their lives were forever changed by a devastating loss that would shape their journey for decades.

Life is filled with loss, uncertainty, and unexpected change, but within every challenge lies the possibility of hope. In Transitions of Hope, Maryann Roefaro shares powerful insights from her decades as a healthcare leader, caregiver, and spiritual guide to show how we can replace fear with love and face life’s transitions with courage and peace.