Recommended Reading
The following is a list of books that our members have found helpful during a time of crisis and/or personal tragedy. They can also be given as gifts for loved ones who may need some support.
Giving Sorrow Words
by Candy Lightner & Nancy Hathaway
A compassionate guide that helps people express grief, process pain, and gradually move forward after loss.
The AfterGrief
by Hope Edelman
Explores how grief changes over time and how to integrate loss into a meaningful, ongoing life.
The Magic of Life
by Michael Gershe, M.Ed.
A survivor’s reflection on turning trauma into gratitude, humor, and purpose after a devastating crash.
The Unveiling
by Ruth Markel
A personal story of seeking justice, resilience, and healing following a violent family tragedy.
At A Crossroads
by Linda Tucker, PsyD. LCSW
Practical advice for evaluating or finding the right therapist to support emotional healing.
Don’t just sit there, Do Something!
by Gabriel Constans, Ph.D
Encourages proactive steps to face crisis and take charge of recovery instead of remaining paralyzed by grief.
Tracks of a Fellow Struggler
by John R. Claypool
A series of heartfelt reflections on faith, loss, and the search for meaning after the death of a loved one.
Ghost Rider
by Neil Peart
A journey of grief and renewal told through cross-country motorcycle travels after unimaginable personal loss.
DISTRACTED Driving... crosses the line
by Vincent Carbone
Exposes the deadly impact of distracted driving and advocates for safer, more mindful behavior on the road.
Find Your Fight
by Jay Ruderman
A motivational call to resilience and advocacy through facing adversity with courage and purpose.
A Grief Observed
by C.S. Lewis
Honest, intimate reflections on mourning and questioning faith in the wake of losing someone deeply loved.
Not So Fast
by Tim Hollister
A guide for parents to prevent teenage driving tragedies through awareness, responsibility, and communication.
The Bereaved Parent
by Harriet Sarnoff Schiff
Offers comfort and understanding to parents coping with the loss of a child and navigating life afterward.
After the Darkest Hour the Sun Will Shine Again
by Elizabeth Mehren
Shares hope and healing stories from families learning to live again after profound loss.
Grief Diaries
by Lynda Cheldelin Fell
A collection of real stories from people processing grief, showing that healing begins with shared experience.
One Split Second
by Vijay Dixit
A deeply personal account of losing a loved one to distracted driving, paired with a message of prevention and advocacy.
Forcing the Hand of Justice
by Joel Lefevre
Chronicles a family’s pursuit of accountability and legal change after losing their child to distracted driving.
A Deadly Wandering
by Matt Richtel
Blends science and storytelling to explore how digital distraction leads to tragedy and what it teaches about human attention.
A Life Half Lived
by Darryl Rodgers
Honors the memory of a young life lost too soon and reflects on the ripple effects of choices and distraction.
The Great People of Our Time
by Dean Gualco
Highlights inspiring stories of ordinary people who make extraordinary differences in the world.
Learning to Make Toast
by Kelly M. Sharp
A gentle, heartfelt reflection on rebuilding life, love, and small daily joys after deep personal loss.