I’m Still Your Mom

by Debb Pitel

I’m Still Your Mom is a raw and honest look at a mother’s determination and struggles to find help and connect with resources when her child was suffering; first physically as a baby, then later in life when his mental health was at risk. Revealing her heartrending journey as seen through her eyes, she takes you on an unexpected ride, where you will find yourself cheering her victories, smiling at her humour and empathizing with her losses.

Debb’s mission in life is now to be an advocate for mental health; to bring awareness to the need for more resources and services for children and adults in crisis. Debb’s inspiring story of overcoming in the face of trials and unimaginable loss is a truly a testament to the strength and depth of a mother’s love.

Available at Western Boot Corral in Petrolia and on Amazon. Two dollars from every book sold goes towards supporting mental health.

Kaleidoscope of Kite Tails

by Patti Welsh

Poignantly written and beautifully illustrated, this story shows the shift in a mother’s grief to a mother’s hope. Available at the Book Keeper in Sarnia and on Amazon.

Healing Impact

by Dawn Stilwell

Dawn shares about her journey of persecution, loss and depression. Coming back from the brink of suicide, she found tactics and resources to help heal her mind and self-esteem instead of giving up. She now lives a healthier life, with gratitude, joy and a heart to help others.

Sales links available on Dawn’s website and book is also at Tais Art Studio in Petrolia.

Jennifer’s Choice: A Right to Die Story

by Dawn Stilwell

This book chronicles the grief journey taken by Dawn and her family as they supported her sister Jennifer through her terminal disease and her choice to die via a medically assisted suicide.

Dawn speaks frankly about her struggle with anticipatory grief and how she got help, as well as giving an open, honest and raw view to the reader of what medical assistance in dying looks like.

Sales links are available on Dawn’s website and the book is available at Tais Art Studio and the ArtZ Den in Petrolia.

Out of the Storm: A Story of PTSD in the Life of a Paramedic

by G.F. Connors

First responders often attend accident scenes that can often be troubling or traumatic. This is the story of one paramedic, from his days in college through to his retirement, documenting the issues of dealing with mental health matters and the struggle to find the help needed to heal. G gives us a frank look at his experiences and reinforces the need to end the stigma surrounding mental health issues and illnesses.

Available on Amazon and at Tais Art Studio in Petrolia.

Earl the Squirrel and Friends: It’s Good to be Different!

by Susan E Wright

Earl the Squirrel and Friends – It’s good to be different! is a young children’s story in which black, white and brown squirrel friends celebrate their uniqueness and overcome their deficiencies by turning them into efficiencies. This meaningful children’s book for ages 5 to 7 years teaches how differences can help one another and make for a kinder world.

Available on Amazon or locally in Lambton, email sueewright53@gmail.com.