• Available Books

    The Helpline Center has a Survivor Resource Library filled with books about grief and suicide grief. These are available free to you due to a generous donation from a survivor. There are books for children, adolescents, and adults. You may select up to three (3) books we will send to you at no charge.
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          Unfinished Conversations by Marilynne Chophel and Robert Lesoine Product Image
          Unfinished Conversations by Marilynne Chophel and Robert LesoineFollow one man's journey after losing his best friend to suicide. While accompanying him, you will get a powerful set of tools to help you navigate your grief.
          $ Free
            
          Survive Your Child's Suicide by Peggy Green Product Image
          Survive Your Child's Suicide by Peggy GreenA wholistic step-by-step process founded on restoring your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health after losing a child to suicide.
          $ Free
            
          You're Not Crazy- You're Grieving by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          You're Not Crazy- You're Grieving by Dr. Alan WolfeltA survival guide for sudden loss that is devastating and disorienting. This book includes a six step process to help you move through your grief
          $ Free
            
          Aftermath by Gary Roe Product Image
          Aftermath by Gary RoeHealing, validation, acceptance, and understanding for someone who has tragically lost a loved one to suicide.
          $ Free
            
          It's OK That You're Not OK by Megan Devine Product Image
          It's OK That You're Not OK by Megan DevineThis book chronicles stories, research, life tips, and mindfulness based practices to move through experiencing grief.
          $ Free
            
          The Anger of Grief by Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          The Anger of Grief by Alan WolfeltThis book will show you how to understand and express your anger and other explosive emotions in restorative ways.
          $ Free
            
          The Healing Journey Through Grief by Dr. Phil Rich Product Image
          The Healing Journey Through Grief by Dr. Phil RichA unique journal to provide important information about the grieving process and invoke healing through the power of writing.
          $ Free
            
          Suicide: Survivors by Adina Wrobleski Product Image
          Suicide: Survivors by Adina WrobleskiWritten by the founder of SAVE to help others move through their suicide grief.
          $ Free
            
          Meditations for Survivors of Suicide by Joni Woelfel Product Image
          Meditations for Survivors of Suicide by Joni WoelfelStories and meditations based in Christian faith.
          $ Free
            
          Finding Peace Without All the Pieces by LaRita Archibald Product Image
          Finding Peace Without All the Pieces by LaRita ArchibaldA book that offers understanding and help in working through the anguish of a loved ones suicide.
          $ Free
            
          My Son...My Son... by Iris Bolton Product Image
          My Son...My Son... by Iris BoltonA book with a message of hope, reassurance, support, and healing.
          $ Free
            
          Shattered: Surviving the Loss of a Child by Gary Roe Product Image
          Shattered: Surviving the Loss of a Child by Gary RoeA unique and delicate book that approaches the devastating loss of a child. It explores the emotional, physical, spiritual, relational, and future impact that losing a child has on individuals.
          $ Free
            
          Andrew, You Died Too Soon by Corinne Chilstrom Product Image
          Andrew, You Died Too Soon by Corinne ChilstromAfter a woman lost her son to suicide, she wrote this book to help others bear their seemingly impossible journey.
          $ Free
            
          Free Fall by Amber Easton Product Image
          Free Fall by Amber EastonThis follows the journey of one woman who lost her husband to suicide and her process of helping her children and herself find peace after chaos.
          $ Free
            
          What to Do When You Don't Know What to Say by Mary Froehlich Product Image
          What to Do When You Don't Know What to Say by Mary FroehlichPractical and actionable ideas to help others in times of uncertainty and loss.
          $ Free
            
          Dying to Be Free by Beverly Cobain Product Image
          Dying to Be Free by Beverly CobainA healing guide for family members that provides insight to the confusion, fear, and guilt they experience.
          $ Free
            
          History of a Suicide by Jill Bialosky Product Image
          History of a Suicide by Jill BialoskyOne woman's voyage to come to grips with her sister's suicide.
          $ Free
            
          Healing the Hurt Spirit by Catherine Greenleaf Product Image
          Healing the Hurt Spirit by Catherine GreenleafA year of daily affirmations for survivors of suicide.
          $ Free
            
          Being a Widow by Lynn Caine Product Image
          Being a Widow by Lynn CaineA book with practical and reassuring advice for every stage of recovery after becoming a widow.
          $ Free
            
          Lament for a Son by Nicholas Wolterstorff Product Image
          Lament for a Son by Nicholas WolterstorffA Christian author explores the intensity of irreversible loss.
          $ Free
            
          No Time to Say Goodbye by Carla Fine Product Image
          No Time to Say Goodbye by Carla FineOffers strong, helpful, and invaluable guidance through the various stages of the survival process.
          $ Free
            
          Never The Same by Donna Schuurman Product Image
          Never The Same by Donna SchuurmanA book that addresses the needs of grieving children and the long term effects of losing a parent.
          $ Free
            
          Seeking Hope by 14 people who have lost loved ones to suicide. Product Image
          Seeking Hope by 14 people who have lost loved ones to suicide.Features the stories of lives who have been changed forever.
          $ Free
            
          The Swing Set by Mary Dirksen Product Image
          The Swing Set by Mary DirksenOne woman's story about how her faith guided her after her brother's death by suicide.
          $ Free
            
          Myths About Suicide by Thomas Joiner Product Image
          Myths About Suicide by Thomas JoinerThis book addresses contributing factors that may lead to a person choosing suicide.
          $ Free
            
          Suicide The Forever Decision by Paul Quinnett Product Image
          Suicide The Forever Decision by Paul QuinnettFor those thinking about suicide and those who counsel them.
          $ Free
            
          A Guide for the Bereaved Survivor by Dr. Robert Baugher Product Image
          A Guide for the Bereaved Survivor by Dr. Robert BaugherSuggestions and a list of reactions on the steps for coping with grief.
          $ Free
            
          Healing After the Suicide of a Loved One by Ann Smolin and Dr. John Guinan Product Image
          Healing After the Suicide of a Loved One by Ann Smolin and Dr. John GuinanTo help you on the first steps toward healing and the grief and depression of mourning.
          $ Free
            
          Artful Grief by Sharon Strouse Product Image
          Artful Grief by Sharon StrouseA sharing of her roadmap after the loss of her daughter to suicide and the tools for those suffering with complicated grief.
          $ Free
            
          The Gift of Second by Brandy Lidbeck Product Image
          The Gift of Second by Brandy LidbeckPractical guide through grief and trauma to take care of yourself.
          $ Free
            
          Losing a Son to Suicide by Randall Stepp Product Image
          Losing a Son to Suicide by Randall SteppA collection of poems a father wrote after he lost his son to suicide.
          $ Free
            
          Eight Stories Up by Dequincy Lezine Product Image
          Eight Stories Up by Dequincy LezineA blend of information and empathy to young people who are thinking of ending their lives.
          $ Free
            
          Conversations With the Spirit World by Lysa Moskowitz-Mateu Product Image
          Conversations With the Spirit World by Lysa Moskowitz-MateuOne woman's recordings of her conversations with spirits who had taken their own life.
          $ Free
            
          Standing in the Shadow by June Kolf Product Image
          Standing in the Shadow by June KolfTo lead you from mourning to acceptance and release anger and guilt by embracing prayer.
          $ Free
            
          Silent Grief by Christopher Lukas and Henry Seiden Product Image
          Silent Grief by Christopher Lukas and Henry SeidenOvercome the perceived stigma associated with suicide.
          $ Free
            
          Eight Critical Questions for Mourners by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          Eight Critical Questions for Mourners by Dr. Alan WolfeltThese questions are to help you navigate your unexpected twists and unhappy challenges that come with loss.
          $ Free
            
          Life After Suicide by Jennifer Ashton Product Image
          Life After Suicide by Jennifer AshtonA practical guide to help those who lost a loved one to suicide and heal in a way that honors the spirit of those who have died without the blame, anger, and resentment.
          $ Free
            
          An Unquiet Mind by Kay Jamison Product Image
          An Unquiet Mind by Kay JamisonAn honest depiction of one woman's lived experience with depression and bipolar disorder.
          $ Free
            
          Creating Meaningful Funeral Experiences by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          Creating Meaningful Funeral Experiences by Dr. Alan WolfeltHandbook with insights on how to create a meaningful funeral ceremonies and help bereaved families plan.
          $ Free
            
          Conquering the Beast Within by Cait Irwin Product Image
          Conquering the Beast Within by Cait IrwinInspirational book for people who are fighting their own battles with depression.
          $ Free
            
          Grieving a Suicide by Albert Hsu Product Image
          Grieving a Suicide by Albert HsuOne son's spiritual journey through grief after losing his father to suicide.
          $ Free
            
          Lay My Burden Down by Avlin Poussaint and Amy Alexander Product Image
          Lay My Burden Down by Avlin Poussaint and Amy AlexanderUnraveling suicide and the mental health crisis among African-Americans.
          $ Free
            
          How I Stayed Alive When My Brain Was Trying to Kill Me by Susan Blauner Product Image
          How I Stayed Alive When My Brain Was Trying to Kill Me by Susan BlaunerWritten from the view of an attempt survivor, this book offers affirmations and suggestions for those experiencing suicidal thoughts.
          $ Free
            
          Living in the Shadow of the Ghosts of Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          Living in the Shadow of the Ghosts of Grief by Dr. Alan WolfeltAcknowledging and honoring unreconciled grief.
          $ Free
            
          Understanding Your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          Understanding Your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt10 touchstones to help you understand the normal and necessary journey through grief.
          $ Free
            
          First Aid for Broken Hearts by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          First Aid for Broken Hearts by Dr. Alan WolfeltA practical approach to teach you to triage your grief and heal.
          $ Free
            
          The Wilderness of Suicide Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          The Wilderness of Suicide Grief by Dr. Alan WolfeltFinding your way through the wilderness after losing someone you love to suicide.
          $ Free
            
          Struck by Living by Julie Hersch Product Image
          Struck by Living by Julie HerschA journey of one woman choosing life over suicide.
          $ Free
            
          The Noonday Demon by Andrew Solomon Product Image
          The Noonday Demon by Andrew SolomonAn atlas of depression describing the challenges, available medications, and treatments.
          $ Free
            
          Adolescent
          After a Parent's Suicide by Margo Requarth Product Image
          After a Parent's Suicide by Margo RequarthA how-to guide for parent and caregiver survivors with guidance about how to help children through their grief.
          $ Free
            
          After by Francis Chalifour Product Image
          After by Francis ChalifourA story of a 15 year old boy who lost his father to suicide and how he moved toward reconciliation and healing.
          $ Free
            
          Living When a Young Friend Commits Suicide by Earl Grollman Product Image
          Living When a Young Friend Commits Suicide by Earl GrollmanAn explanation of things that you might feel after a loss by suicide, how to return to school, and popular misconceptions.
          $ Free
            
          Finding the Words by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          Finding the Words by Dr. Alan WolfeltHow to talk with children and teens about death, suicide, funerals, homicide, cremation, and other end-of-life matters.
          $ Free
            
          Straight Talk About Death For Teenagers by Earl Grollman Product Image
          Straight Talk About Death For Teenagers by Earl GrollmanA book for adolescents to understand normal reactions and how grief affects their life and relationships.
          $ Free
            
          When a Friend Dies by Marilyn Gootman Product Image
          When a Friend Dies by Marilyn GootmanA book for adolescents who have lost a friend to suicide to help them cope and heal.
          $ Free
            
          Healing Your Grieving Heart for Teens by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          Healing Your Grieving Heart for Teens by Dr. Alan Wolfelt100 practical ideas for understanding and expressing your grief.
          $ Free
            
          Child
          My Big Dumb Invisible Dragon by Angie Lucas Product Image
          My Big Dumb Invisible Dragon by Angie LucasA picture book for when loss is as big as a dragon.
          $ Free
            
          Why Would Someone Want to Die? by Rebecca Schmidt Product Image
          Why Would Someone Want to Die? by Rebecca SchmidtA picture book that provides the tools to explain suicide to children and how to help a grieving child.
          $ Free
            
          Catch a Falling Star by Gayle Grass Product Image
          Catch a Falling Star by Gayle GrassA picture book that introduces children and their parents to warning signs and the importance of early intervention.
          $ Free
            
          The Memory Box by Joanna Rowland Product Image
          The Memory Box by Joanna RowlandA picture book written from the perspective of a young child who creates a memory box to help in her grieving process.
          $ Free
            
          Sad Isn't Bad by Michaelene Mundy Product Image
          Sad Isn't Bad by Michaelene MundyA picture book to help children and caregivers take a comforting and realistic look at loss.
          $ Free
            
          When Your Grandparent Dies by Victoria Ryan Product Image
          When Your Grandparent Dies by Victoria RyanA picture book that explores the meaning of death and heaven.
          $ Free
            
          I Miss You by Pat Thomas and Lesley Harker Product Image
          I Miss You by Pat Thomas and Lesley HarkerA picture book that explores death for young children to help them understand their loss and feelings.
          $ Free
            
          A Flicker of Hope by Julia Cook Product Image
          A Flicker of Hope by Julia CookThis picture book discusses grief and emphasizes for children the many ways to ask for help and build hope.
          $ Free
            
          Someone I Love Died by Suicide by Doreen Cammarata Product Image
          Someone I Love Died by Suicide by Doreen CammarataA picture book that helps children and parents make sense of death by suicide.
          $ Free
            
          Tear Soup by Pat Schwiebert and Chuck Deklyen Product Image
          Tear Soup by Pat Schwiebert and Chuck DeklyenA picture book that illustrates the ingredients of grief.
          $ Free
            
          After a Suicide Death Product Image
          After a Suicide DeathAn activity book for grieving kids
          $ Free
            
          Healing You Grieving Heart for Kids by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Product Image
          Healing You Grieving Heart for Kids by Dr. Alan Wolfelt100 practical ideas, simple advice, and activities for children after a death.
          $ Free
            
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