Child Grief

What parents, educators, and health professionals can do to recognize, prevent, and heal childhood trauma, from infancy through adolescence—by the author of Waking the Tiger Trauma can result not only from catastrophic events such as abuse, violence, or loss of loved ones, but from natural...

Gianna Russell watched her father die when she was six years old—his murder bound to white fire, royal magic, and a war the world insists is over. Taken into Shadow World, she was trained alongside six other children to become something more than human… and far more lethal. Now grown, Gianna leads a daring abduction that captures the heirs of two kingdoms—including a crown prince who was never meant to be part of the plan. Lachlan Asimar is honorable, unbreakable, and far too human to be just another pawn.

Following deaths, divorces, or the confusion of major relocation, many adults tell their children “don’t feel bad”. In fact, say the authors of the highly praised The Grief Recovery Handbook, feeling bad or sad is precisely the appropriate emotion attached to sad events. Encouraging a child to bypass grief without completion can cause unseen long-term damage.

'Dr Chloe helped me understand how to grieve and keep living, how to find the light in the darkest of days. I know this book will be of great comfort to many.' Zoe Ball Nobody gets through life free from the pain of loss. However, we aren’t very good at processing what grief does to us. If...

The number one best-selling author on grief offers expert guidance, effective healing exercises, and experience from others who have lost a parent. With a master's degree in clinical research, Theresa Jackson has combined the most effective healing practices for grief, expert guidance on the bereavement process, and case studies so that you can honor and remember your lost parent, while working through your grief in a healthy way.

The death of a parent is heartbreaking, but the issues surrounding suicide can be even more devastating. My Grief is Like the Ocean was written by mental health professionals who wanted to support caregivers during incredibly difficult conversations with children. Using the latest research and clinical guidance, and told from the perspective of a boy who lost his father to suicide, this book will help children to feel supported. When caregivers and children listen to this book together, they will gain a valuable resource for engaging in honest discussions to help families heal.

A trusted grief expert shares advice on how to navigate the loss of a loved one in this incisive and compassionate guide. "Calm, lucid prose… a humanizing exploration of coping with the life-changing tides of loss” —Kirkus Reviews In Grief is Love, author Marisa Renee Lee reveals that...

Matilda Darke is back… APRIL 2020: LOCKDOWN DI Brady has been tracing victims of systemic abuse at a local children’s home after a high-profile accusation pitched it into the spotlight – a case that couldn’t be more personal. As Matilda and her team piece together the disturbing picture...

If you are listening to this, you have just experienced every parent’s worst nightmare, the loss of your beloved child. And while you are completely numb, yet feel like you’re suffocating, you intrinsically know you can and will survive this insufferable loss. Despite the pain, you want to thrive again with an open heart and make a difference in your life and in the lives of those you will continue to walk by your side and look to you for strength.

From the top-ten bestselling author of One Snowy Night, Rita Bradshaw, comes The Storm Child, a sweeping family saga set during the run up to WW2 in the north-east of England. It’s mid-winter, and in the throes of a fierce blizzard Elsie Redfern and her husband discover an unknown girl in...

Best-selling author, hospice chaplain, and grief specialist Gary Roe uses his three decades of experience interacting with grieving parents to give us this heartfelt and intensely practical book. In Shattered, Roe walks the listener through the powerful impact a child's death can have - emotionally, mentally, physically, relationally, and spiritually.

You lost your child. And the world still expected you back at work.The bills still come. The people in your life still need you. Your body still has to get up, get dressed, and move through a day that no longer makes sense — and no one tells you how to do that. How do you grieve your child and...

Losing a pet feels like losing a part of yourself. They weren’t just animals—they were companions, confidants, and family. Their absence creates an empty space, leaving behind quiet moments and loneliness that can be hard to explain. Grieving a pet is deeply personal, layered with emotions like sadness, guilt, and anger. You may feel regretful over the things left undone. Memories bring both tears and smiles as the pain of their absence clashes with the joy they brought.

Mother and Child by Sunday Times bestseller Annie Murray is a moving story of loss, friendship and hope over two generations . . . Jo and Ian’s marriage is hanging by a thread. One night almost two years ago, their only child, Paul, died in an accident that should never have happened. They...

A BRAND NEW utterly heartbreaking emotional family drama of love, loss and grief. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Kate Hewitt and Susan Lewis. 💔 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This has to be one of my best reads for 2026' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Possibly one of the best books I have ever read'...

When death touches your family, you are never quite prepared. Complicating your personal pain and the need to grieve is the equally important task of helping your children understand and process the loss of a loved one. How should you answer your child's questions about death? Should you let them see you cry? How can you support their resilience? How can you help preserve memories? Drawing from their own personal and professional experience, Erin Nelson and Colleen Montague help you navigate loss alongside your child.

From one of the leading grief therapists, this compassionate and accessible guide to grieving offers a new framework for understanding and navigating loss. "This gentle book will walk you through the darkest valley. Warm, practical, and kind, it will lift your spirit and tell you the truth—you...

THE COMPLETELY UPDATED COLLECTION FEATURING NEW POEMS AND MUCH-LOVED FAVOURITES - OFFERING WORDS OF COMFORT TO BRING SOLACE TO THE DARKEST DAYS OF GRIEF, FROM THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER OF TO THE WOMEN 'Donna's words speak to my heart' Davina McCall 'We all need more Donna Ashworth - her...

The death of an adult child is a profound and devastating experience, shattering the hearts of parents and leaving them in a labyrinth of grief. In this compassionate and deeply moving guide, you will find solace, understanding, and practical advice to navigate the journey of grief and healing. "How to Survive the Death of an Adult Child" offers a lifeline to those grappling with this unimaginable loss. Through heartfelt stories, expert insights, and healing strategies, this book provides a comprehensive roadmap to cope with profound sorrow and find a way to embrace life once again.

This loss of a parent is painful. The loss of a mother or father can be traumatic. Oblivious to our suffering, the world around us speeds on as if nothing happened. Stunned, shocked, sad, confused, and angry, we blink in disbelief. Our hearts are broken. We look for comfort. Our broken, grieving hearts need it to survive. Multiple award-winning author, hospice chaplain, and grief counselor Gary Roe is a trusted voice who has been helping wounded, grieving hearts find hope and healing for more than three decades.