title: Afterloss: A Recovery Companion for Those Who Are Grieving
author: Barbara Hills Lesstrang
description: Called the definitive book on grief recovery by both clergy and care professionals, "AfterLoss, A Recovery Companion for Those Who Are Grieving" was originally published in hard cover by Thos. Nelson, Publishers and is now in its fourth printing in quality full-size paperback. In quiet and understanding words, the author gently provides the reader with both companionship and coping skills following the loss of a loved one.The book also takes the reader through 22 stories of loss and recovery, written by those who travelled the journey through grief and emerged safely. The epilogue contains the expanded text of the widely-acclaimed "After My Loss Credo", which has been translated into six languages, including Chinese and Russian.
zlib_text: Special thanks and acknowledgment to Robin Caroll for her contribution to the
  Without a Trace miniseries.
  
  
  
  
  
  ## Acknowledgments
  
  My most heartfelt gratitude to…
  
  The other authors who worked on this series—thanks to each of you for taking
  the time to support and help me when needed. Your talent amazes me.
  
  The editorial team at Steeple Hill—y’ all ROCK!
  
  Kelly Mortimer, for being my fan, my sister in Christ, my agent.
  
  My prayer group, for lifting me before the throne daily.
  
  My family/friends for input without measure: BB, Camy, Cheryl, Dineen,
  Heather, Lisa, Pammer, Ronie and Trace. I couldn’t do this without you.
  
  My family for continued encouragement: Mom, Papa, Bek, Bubba, Robert, Krys,
  Brandon, Rachel and all the aunts/uncles/cousins. Love you.
  
  My daughters—Emily, Remington and Isabella—my best blessings from God. I love
  you so much.
  
  All my love to my husband, Case, who was my wonderful collaborator on this
  story line.
  
  All glory to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
  
  
  
  
  
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