We never know how the loss of a loved one will affect us. In "The Life Without...,"13-year-old Aniyah authentically shares her encounter with death and grief through the loss of her father when she was just a small child. She details the deep impact of her loss and the struggles she faced as a result. This is a book for any child, adolescent, or young adult who has experienced death. It is a reminder that although those whom we love transition, they stay with us if we open ourselves to the grieving process and our hearts to our loved one's memory.

Without question, facing death can be devastating and learning to cope quite challenging. Fortunately, by openly sharing her journey with grief and how she continues to deal with her tragic loss, Aniyah brings comfort and hope to this reality.

Filled with practical grief management techniques such as journaling exercises, "The Life Without..." provides effective support to guide youth in managing painful grief-causing emotional experiences like sadness, anger, frustration, and confusion. Undoubtedly, Aniyah's honest, transparent disclosure of her loss and the strategies she offers to help other youth connect with their grief will assist them in healing and safely moving through the continual challenges associated with losing a loved one.