Journeys of Heartache and Grace

Conversations and Life Lessons From Young People with Serious Illnesses

By Melody Chatelle, Ph. D.

Hard cover 250 pages: $18.95 and free shipping in May 2008

ISBN: 1-880-292-34-3

What Readers are Saying

"Journeys of Heartache and Grace is a must read for anyone who wants to support a loved one through a serious illness. Melody has drawn wise guidance from the mouths of children. Her book provides straightforward answers to a difficult question: How can I help?"

—Joy H. Selak, Ph.D., Author, You Don’t LOOK Sick! Living Well with Invisible Chronic Illness

“It's seldom that one reads a book that truly paints a three-dimensional picture of the fragile lives of others. This is a must read for families of children with severe illnesses and caregivers alike.”

—Bill M. Wooten, Ph.D., Academic Medical Center.

"If you've ever wondered what to say when someone is really sick, this book is a must read."

—The Honorable Ron Kirk, Former Texas Secretary of State and Mayor of Dallas

"I have been profoundly inspired by the courage, strength and optimism of children facing serious or terminal illnesses. Just as I have learned from them to embrace life every day, everyone reading this book will be deeply touched and moved to fully embrace the blessings of life."

—The Honorable Chet Edwards, Member, United States Congress

"This book is a testament to those young individuals who are facing their own sickness and mortality – and the undeniable spirit for living each day to its fullest. We can all learn from the lessons these children share in a very open, honest and inspiring way."

—Kim Carlos, Co-Author of Nordie's at Noon

"This book will go a long way in helping us to meet the challenge of finding words of comfort and help to share with others whom we care about who are seriouslly ill."

—The Honorable Sarah Weddington, Author, Attorney

Melody Chatelle holds a Ph.D. in Communication Studies from The University of Texas at Austin. A long-time hospice volunteer, she owns and operates Chatelle and Associates, a nationally-known communication and advocacy consulting firm in Austin, Texas.