Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Death and grief

I wrote this book for all the children who have lost a loved one but need a place to make sense of it all.

When a beloved family pet passes, it is often difficult to explain to children why the dog, cat or other animal that was a part of the family is no longer there.

The entire kingdom rejoices at the birth of Princess Susan!

"e;How do you explain the soul to one who is so little?

In the cover of the night young Laura skated onthe local pond, hiding her unique ability from the world.

Mom and Dad in Heaven tells the moving story of a young girl struggling to understand her parents' untimely deaths in an accident.

After the passing of Old Gus, the oldest resident of the Rescue Ranch, Petey, a miniature horse, learns how powerful love is- whether it is God's love or our love.

Forever Blue is the story of a mini Australian shepherd named Blue.

What's worse than having to relive your final week of high school?

Girl and Bear have been best friends for a very long time.

"e;At once bitingly funny and strikingly poignant, Lisa Super's powerful debut touches on grief, identity, and first love, the perfect read for fans of John Green, Mary H.

The Lord placed the name Alberto in my heart years ago, and I knew then that one day I would write about him.

If you had one chance to change your future, would you?

A 2015 Whitney Award Nominee!

Someone I Love Died is a creative, child-friendly program designed for use with elementary school children, filled with illustrations and original exercises to foster healing, self-understanding, and optimal growth.

The 2015 SCBWI Crystal Kite Winner for the Atlantic region!

What is Death?

Grandpa Elephant knows that it is his time to go to the elephant graveyard, and so he begins his farewell to his grandchildren.

Fourteen-year-old Charlie Law has lived in Little Town, on the border with Old Country, all his life.

When Megan arrives on the cancer ward for her first treatment, she's frustrated to be on the pediatric unit.

A beautifully written story and must-have resource for any adult helping a child cope with the loss of a loved one and working through grief.

Cassie Renfield finally has a handle on how the mark works.

Everyone in Shawna Gallagher's life expects perfection and Shawna does her best to oblige.

An essential guide to emotional wellbeing for children,tackling everyday issues to facilitate happier, healthier lives.

In this touching narrative, young children ask, "e;Where do people go when they die?

Hope is sad and angry that her Grandpa Jack has passed away.

In this heartwarming sequel to the highly acclaimed Hope, Aunt Poogee and Hope return with their delightful, multiculutural family for a special dinner at Aunt Poogee's farm.

Winner of the 2003 Ann Connor Brimer Award, short-listed for the 2004 White Pine Award Martin Emerson's family, friends, and even his therapist have trouble figuring him out.

Short-listed for the 2005 Snow Willow Award and for the 2006 Manitoba Young Readers' Choice Award Cole Fennety doesn't know it, but he is about to have the strangest summer of his life.

2005 White Pine Award - Shortlisted2004 IODE Violet Downey National Book Award - Shortlisted2004 Canadian Children's Book Centre Our Choice Selection There's one other thing I should mention right off, which is that I'm fourteen years old and dying.

Maggie Davis is a young girl who lives in Chester, Nova Scotia, near Halifax, when her beloved Uncle Nick is killed by diabetes.

This gorgeously-illustrated debut picture book is a moving story about the way that love lasts even as the seasons change, perfect for fans of Benji Davies and Oliver Jeffers.

This gorgeously-illustrated debut picture book is a moving story about the way that love lasts even as the seasons change, perfect for fans of Benji Davies and Oliver Jeffers.

From the author and illustrator behind the acclaimed Moth, a scientific look at the circle of life.

From the author and illustrator behind the acclaimed Moth, a scientific look at the circle of life.

This timely, emotionally-resonant story about a teen girl dealing with the aftermath of a tragic shooting is a must-read from an exciting new YA talent.

Extra special is a book about a little boy named Ali.

A heartbreaking but essential perspective on war and survival.

A profoundly moving nonfiction picture book about tragedy, hope, and healing from award-winning author Chris Barton.

"e;Filled with wonder and sorrow and happiness.

';So funny and heartfelt.

Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2022An uplifting, magical book perfect for sharing at bedtime that will leave children feeling warm, cosy and loved.

The show must go on.

Sing Like No One's Listening by Vanessa Jones is a novel about dreaming a dream, finding your voice, and not throwing away your shot!

An epic, emotional, breathtaking story of love and loss set amid the Syrian revolution.

An epic, emotional, breathtaking story of love and loss set amid the Syrian revolution.