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BOOK LIST FOR ALIVE ALONE MEMBERS

SUGGESTED READING FOR PARENTS NOW CHILDLESS and
AUTHORED BY BEREAVED PARENTS NOW CHILDLESS

We wish to update this list. If you know of any now childless parents who have published a book about bereavement please let us know so we can include it in this list.

Last Updated: August 11, 2007

 

Alive Alone

by Kay Bevington and other bereaved parents whose only child or all children are deceased

This little booklet gives you insight into coping with this unique grief experience of being now childless. Send $3.00 to Alive Alone, Inc. 1112 Champaign Drive Van Wert, OH 45891

But, Should the Angels Call for Him: A Mother's Journey Through Grief and Discovery

by Glenda Pearson

The author does a courageous job of sharing her story and how she has coped with the death of her only child. Available from www.Xlibris.com or at 888-795-4274

FIRST YOU DIE

by Marie Levine

Marie shares her heart-wrenching story of the death of her 22 year old son. She writes about anger and various feelings that now childless parents have and also about relationships. Available at Borders

I Have No Intention of Saying Good-Bye

by Sandy Fox

Sandy interviewed single parents and couples whose only child/all children have died. She also included parents with surviving children. Sandy is the mother of a deceased only child. Available through Centering Corporation PO Box 4600 Omaha, NE 68104 Phone 402-553-1200

I'LL SEE YOU IN THE SUNRISE

by Penny Young

Penny takes you through the first two years of bereavement with her poetry. Ray & Penny are now childless since the death of their son, Matthew. Send $14. To Dawn Parisi 19769 Chicory Court, Apple Valley, CA 92308

MORE THAN SURVIVING

by Kelly Osmont

This book tells a bereaved parent how to care for oneself while one grieves. It addresses grief concerning all types of losses. Practical healing tips and specific ways grievers can prevent illnesses and isolation are discussed.

This book is available for $5.00. Send your check to Alive Alone, Inc. 1112 Champaign Drive Van Wert, OH 45891

Not So Small a Circle

by Rita Stout

This book is a must for now childless parents to read and add to your library. Available for $15. by writing to Rita Stout 2330 Yarrow St. Lakewood, CA 80214 or purchasable on Amazon.com

PARTING IS NOT GOOD-BYE

by Kelly Osmont

This book gives insight into a single mother's grief. Aaron, an only child was killed when he was kicked by a horse. Send $4.00 for shipping and handling to Alive Alone, Inc. 1112 Champaign Drive, Van Wert, OH 45891. Kelly has generously donated this to all now childless bereaved parents who wish to have a copy of her book.

RAINBOWS AFTER THE STORM

by Sherry Boyd Neu

Sherry shares her struggles and triumps after the death of her daugher, an only child. Contact Stephanie Frogge at
1-800-959-8277 or stephanie@taps.org

WHAT CAN I SAY and DO?

Kelly Osmont

This is a gentle guide for anyone who wonders what to say or do for a bereaved friend, employee or relative. Priced at $4.95 plus postage and handling. It is available through Centering Corporation PO Box 4600 Omaha, NE 68104

WHAT FOREVER MEANS AFTER the DEATH of a CHILD

by Kay Talbot

This book is written from the perspective of a bereaved parent of an only child and psychotherapist. Kay describes the trauma and multiple secondary losses experienced by bereaved parents. She provides examples of what helps and what hinders bereaved parents as their grief and loss evolve.

This book is available for $35.95 through Taylor & Francis 7625 Empire Drive Florence, KY 41042

WHEN YOU CHILD DIES

by Julane Grant

A straightforward book that gives suggestions to bereaved parents now childless. Send $7. To Angel Hugs PO Box 843 Scappoose, OR 97056-0843


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