In My Time of Dying
by Sebastian Junger
Grief for people with lived experience
It explores mortality in an accessible and non-threatening way, encouraging reflection on finitude, fear and human connection. It helps those who have...
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Discover our curated collection of cancer-related books, publications, and resources designed to inform, support, and empower patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
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Amar a Vida como Ela É
by Sofia Caessa
Grief for people with lived experience
The story of a cancer survivor and how she has managed to deal with the challenges of life.
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Salva-Vidas
by Rosário Carmona e Costa
Grief for people with lived experience
A sensitive account of loss, care and resilience. It helps cancer survivors recognise the emotional impact of the disease on relationships and on the ...
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The Bright Hour
by Nina Riggs
Grief for people with lived experience
A moving memoir about living with terminal cancer. It gently explores grief, identity, relationships, and the experience of living with uncertainty.
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In-Between Days
by Teva Harrison
Grief for people with lived experience
This memoir tells the story of a young woman living with metastatic breast cancer, using drawings and short reflections to explore fear, love, and unc...
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Zac and Mia
by A. J. Betts
Grief for people with lived experience
Shows peer connection between two teens with cancer. Supports identification and reduces isolation.
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Proof of Heaven
by Eben Alexander
Grief for people with lived experience
It explores near-death experiences and spirituality. Can be useful for people facing life-threatening situations who are seeking meaning, hope and rec...
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Everything Changes
by Kairol Rosenthal
Grief for people with lived experience
An insightful guide that brings together the raw and honest stories of young adults facing cancer, exploring their struggles with identity, relationsh...
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Ways to Live Forever
by Sally Nicholls
Grief for people with lived experience
A child narrates his illness journey. Helps with meaning-making and emotional expression.
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When You're Sick or in the Hospital
by Tom McGrath
Grief for people with lived experience
It offers simple, empathetic language to help people understand vulnerability, fear and the loss of independence. It helps people who have experienced...
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At the Will of the Body
by Arthur W. Frank
Grief for people with lived experience
It shows how serious illness alters one’s identity, body and social roles. It helps cancer survivors to recognise and acknowledge invisible losses and...
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The Cancer Journals
by Audre Lorde
Grief for people with lived experience
This memoir recounts the author’s experience with breast cancer, exploring pain, identity, and survival while challenging social expectations about il...
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