Editorial Review:

Susan Zimmermann experienced a devastating loss when her first child, Katherine, developed a neurological disorder that left her unable to walk or talk. Faced with her daughter's disability, Susan struggled with fear, denial, guilt, bitterness, and despair. She began to heal only through writing. Working through conflicting emotions with paper and pen enabled her to transform her sadness into acceptance and even joy.
Writing to Heal the Soul is Susan's gift to others--everyone, not just writers--who are suffering any kind of grief or loss, whether the injury, disability, or death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or the end of a relationship. Lyrically illustrated with true stories from the author and others, the book offers simple yet inspiring writing exercises to help you resolve your pain as you transform your grief into words of hope and healing.

Customer Reviews:

Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0

an eloquent testament to the power of writing:

Susan Zimmerman has found meaning and purpose in what many would consider a hopeless situation. She shares the gift of her daughter, Katherine, through her writing. This book is so much more than a writer's guide-it is a guide to accompany the journey of life, love, loss and grief. Each chapter begins with a moving story which illustrates the point; included are specific exercises to help the writer get started. This book will have even those who never intended to write reaching for a pen and notebook.... more info

spiritual, nourishing, and deeply moving:

Zimmermann writes movingly about her own struggles and those of others, with zinger quotes from other authors that you may find yourself wanting to copy out and frame. She had a long-term grief centered around a disabled daughter, but get a copy of this book and read about it yourself. If you never write a word, it will still help (but do write, as she directs you with compassionate exercises). She writes beautifully, every chapter starting with a concrete story of herself or someone else who has... more info

Excellent:

This book was incredibly helpful to me in dealing so many different types of loss and the grief that follows. Ms. Zimmerman's wonderful writing style really captured the true essence of loss and how to work through the turmoil. I was brought to tears a few times, but they really started to flow when I got the the last page where there is a quote for the Velveteen Rabbit. It basically said it all.

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