Welcome to the Center for the Heart Reading Room

Woman reading end of Life and grief related books

At the Center of the Heart, we understand that grief and end-of-life journeys are deeply personal and often challenging. To provide support and guidance, we've curated a thoughtful collection of books and resources designed to inspire healing, understanding, and comfort during these times.

Our Reading Room features a wide range of titles covering topics such as coping with loss, preparing for end-of-life transitions, and embracing the complexities of grief. Whether you’re seeking guidance for yourself or supporting a loved one, we hope you’ll find something here that resonates.

To make accessing these resources easier, we’ve included links to purchase each book directly through Amazon. Please note that these links are part of an affiliate program, meaning we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Proceeds from these purchases help support our mission and programs.

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Children’s Books

Grief

The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss
By Friedman, Russell, James, Cole, James, John W.
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Memoirs

In My Hands: Memories of a Holocaust Rescuer
By Irene Gut Opdyke, Jennifer Armstrong - contributor
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Spirituality/Personal Growth

Overwhelming Odds
By O'Leary, Susan, O'Leary, Denny
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Are You Out There, God?
By Sister Mary Rose McGeady
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