If stories are medicine, then this collection will help keep hopes up and spirits alive on the road to recovery. Readers will applaud the bravery of 50 exceptional survivors as they tell their unique experiences with breast cancer. Every breast cancer survivor has a different story, but they all have one thing in common: courage. From dealing with diagnosis to undergoing chemotherapy, facing hair loss and possibly the loss of a breast, these fearless women undergo more than anyone ever should. These stories pay tribute to these women and their battles, and celebrate their victories. In this stunning new collection, readers will find compelling, inspiring, and uplifting personal essays about the experiences and emotions of living with—and after—breast cancer. $.50 of every copy will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure®

From the book jacket: Chemo Brain. Fatigue. Chronic Pain. Insomnia. Depression. These are just a few of the ongoing, debilitating symptoms that plague some breast cancer survivors long after their treatments have officially ended. After The Cure is a compelling read filled with fascinating portraits of women who are living with the aftermath of breast cancer. Having heard repeatedly that the problems are all in your head, many don't know where to turn for help. The doctors who now refuse to validate their symptoms are often the very ones they depended on to provide life-saving treatments. Sometimes family members, who provided essential support through months of chemotherapy and radiation, don't believe them. Their work lives, already disrupted by both cancer and its treatment, are further undermined by the lingering symptoms. And every symptom is a constant reminder of the trauma of diagnosis, the ordeal of treatment, and the specter of recurrence. Most narratives about surviving breast cancer end with the conclusion of chemotherapy and radiation, painting stereotypical portraits of triumphantly healthy survivors, women who not only survive but emerge better and stronger than before. After The Cure allows us to hear the voices of those who are silenced by the optimistic breast cancer culture, women who live with a broad array of health problems long after therapy ends. Here, at last, survivors step out of the shadows and speak compellingly about their real stories, giving voice to the complicated, often bittersweet realities of life after the cure.

Prayer is the refuge of the faithful. In this colossal volume, faithful readers find the prayers that bring them closer to God—and the ordinary people who’ve experienced the extraordinary power of those prayers. Whether inspired by the poetic wisdom of the Psalms, the lyrical conviction of a classic hymn, or the wry devotion of an Irish blessing, these real-life stories of answered prayers will encourage readers to renew their faith and trust in the Lord—during good times and bad. It’s not always easy to keep faith alive in today’s world. In this collection, readers receive the timeless inspiration they need to cope with the joys and sorrows of modern life. Featuring hundreds of moving prayers, stories, and meditations, this beautifully packaged volume is all readers need to strengthen their personal relationship with God, day in and day out—one prayer at a time.

ThereÆs a new baby in the houseùand itÆs not the only one crying. New moms cry happy tears, tired tears, and overwhelmed tearsùand thatÆs when the wisdom, sensitivity, and empathy of women whoÆve been there prove invaluable. In this book, you meet fifty mommies whoÆve lived and loved through those terribly wonderful first months home with baby. From a first time mom faced with keeping her little miracle safe and happy once daddy goes back to work, to a mother who wonders how she will find time for the newest member of her already sizable family, these moving stories provide the support and reassurance first-time mothers need to enjoy their new roleùand their babyùto the fullest!

Having lost her own mother to breast cancer, the author presents 12 deeply moving personal interviews with breast cancer survivors.

What better way to improve your world than to show a sense of compassion and empathy for those in need? This collection celebrates those who give the special gift of their time. Inside, you'll find fifty original, true stories that feature examples of people whose good deeds make life a little bit easier--children on the other side of the globe, next-door neighbors in a bind, or a friend staying brave in the face of illness. Written by men and women, young and old, this collection is not only a touching tribute to those who see our world as a work in progress--but also an inspiration for anyone who wants to make a difference.

Drawing on culturally rich and revealing wisdom from the African Diaspora, Whole offers practical, easy-to-follow guidance on moving beyond the obstacles cancer survivors face.