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Losing My Brother
The coroner’s official notification of death came at 11:59 p.m., on August 31, 2016. When Rob Henslin receives that horrific news, it begins yet another chapter in a story already thick with tales of life-threatening illness, marital collapse, the ache of personal shortcomings, and the endless search for a “new normal.”
The golden thread woven through those stories is faith and God’s faithfulness, in spite of Rob’s broken, oft-faltering humanity. But the tragic news that his big brother—his only brother—has committed suicide, challenges that faith like never before.
In Losing My Brother, Rob shares his journey in the wake of his brother’s suicide, where he faces several crushing realities, including
• Missed suicide risk factors and warning signs • The life-changing impact of concussions • A spiritual crash and burn that leaves a seemingly unfillable void of faith
But there’s more to this story. A single conversation with a long-time friend sparks a breakthrough discovery that provides much needed perspective—and hope. Available at Amazon.com$8.99 Paperback, 140 pages$5.99 Kindle eBook
The golden thread woven through those stories is faith and God’s faithfulness, in spite of Rob’s broken, oft-faltering humanity. But the tragic news that his big brother—his only brother—has committed suicide, challenges that faith like never before.
In Losing My Brother, Rob shares his journey in the wake of his brother’s suicide, where he faces several crushing realities, including
• Missed suicide risk factors and warning signs • The life-changing impact of concussions • A spiritual crash and burn that leaves a seemingly unfillable void of faith
But there’s more to this story. A single conversation with a long-time friend sparks a breakthrough discovery that provides much needed perspective—and hope. Available at Amazon.com$8.99 Paperback, 140 pages$5.99 Kindle eBook
Neutrophil's Guide To Stem Cell Transplants for Kids
Written and illustrated by a bone marrow transplant recipient, this book helps kids ages 9-12 and their adult caregivers navigate a bone marrow or stem cell transplant. Illustrated White Blood Cell," Neutrophil” serves as an upbeat and compassionate “host and tour guide” for readers, as all aspects of a stem cell transplant are discussed.
Over 100 custom, full color illustrations keep readers engaged with content that is medically accurate, and age level appropriate in its language. Chapter titles include:
Your Blood is Amazing!The Immune System—Your Body’s Defensive TeamBone Marrow and Stem CellsWhat is a Bone Marrow or Stem Cell Transplant?Types of TransplantsAbout the DonorMeet Your Transplant TeamPreparing for Your TransplantYour Diet During TransplantTransplant Day!Daily Life on the Transplant UnitDealing with ComplicationsTaking Care of Your Head and HeartPreparing for DischargeLife After Your Transplant,and more.
Chapter summaries highlighting key information, an extensive Bibliography, and robust Caregiver Resources make Neutrophil's Guide To Stem Cell Transplants for Kids an invaluable resource to help patients and caregivers understand and navigate a stem cell transplant journey. The book is ideal for counselors, doctors, educators, nurses, socialworkers, and other professionals who work with young bonemarrow or stem cell transplant patients.
Available at Amazon.com $26.99 Full color Paperback, 120 pages $4.99 Kindle eBook
Over 100 custom, full color illustrations keep readers engaged with content that is medically accurate, and age level appropriate in its language. Chapter titles include:
Your Blood is Amazing!The Immune System—Your Body’s Defensive TeamBone Marrow and Stem CellsWhat is a Bone Marrow or Stem Cell Transplant?Types of TransplantsAbout the DonorMeet Your Transplant TeamPreparing for Your TransplantYour Diet During TransplantTransplant Day!Daily Life on the Transplant UnitDealing with ComplicationsTaking Care of Your Head and HeartPreparing for DischargeLife After Your Transplant,and more.
Chapter summaries highlighting key information, an extensive Bibliography, and robust Caregiver Resources make Neutrophil's Guide To Stem Cell Transplants for Kids an invaluable resource to help patients and caregivers understand and navigate a stem cell transplant journey. The book is ideal for counselors, doctors, educators, nurses, socialworkers, and other professionals who work with young bonemarrow or stem cell transplant patients.
Available at Amazon.com $26.99 Full color Paperback, 120 pages $4.99 Kindle eBook
"When You See the Cows, Make a Left!"
Rob Henslin found himself standing in the ashes of what had been his life asking "What happened?" He had battled and survived a relapse of leukemia, and received a bone marrow transplant for a chance at long-term survival. Then his marriage of twenty-two years crumbled under his feet.
Partially disabled, walking a path of post-transplant recovery fraught with complications and setbacks, and deep in the midst of painful divorce proceedings, Rob needed to find a way through the fog that enveloped him. With his German shepherd, Sam, riding shotgun, Rob began a journey to find greener pastures on the other side of tragedy.
His honest and humorous writing style brings readers along on that journey. You’ll laugh at Sam’s adjustment to country life, and find encouragement and hope in the realizations Rob has as he seeks to better understand his past in order to build a future.
"When You See the Cows, Make a Left!" offers insight and perspective not only from Rob’s journey, but from several of his friends who waged their own battles against daunting challenges, and whose stories are included in the book.
If you find yourself in a fog, facing seemingly overwhelming circumstances, this book offers practical insights that can help you take steps forward toward greener pastures.
Available at Amazon.com $11.99 Paperback, 195 pages$.99 Kindle eBook
Partially disabled, walking a path of post-transplant recovery fraught with complications and setbacks, and deep in the midst of painful divorce proceedings, Rob needed to find a way through the fog that enveloped him. With his German shepherd, Sam, riding shotgun, Rob began a journey to find greener pastures on the other side of tragedy.
His honest and humorous writing style brings readers along on that journey. You’ll laugh at Sam’s adjustment to country life, and find encouragement and hope in the realizations Rob has as he seeks to better understand his past in order to build a future.
"When You See the Cows, Make a Left!" offers insight and perspective not only from Rob’s journey, but from several of his friends who waged their own battles against daunting challenges, and whose stories are included in the book.
If you find yourself in a fog, facing seemingly overwhelming circumstances, this book offers practical insights that can help you take steps forward toward greener pastures.
Available at Amazon.com $11.99 Paperback, 195 pages$.99 Kindle eBook
"But I Was in Such a Good Mood This Morning!"
Rob Henslin, 26 at the time, battled and survived Leukemia with his newlywed wife by his side. He describes his three-year battle and life on the other side of treatment in the cancer-free years that followed.
After a nearly twenty-year slumber, his leukemia returned. Rob draws readers in with vivid descriptions of the upheaval and torment that ensued, including a bone marrow transplant and adjusting to a life filled with many harsh new realities. His humorous writing style allows readers to laugh and smile while Rob also shares openly and honestly about his struggles with medical treatments, faith, fears, and demons from his past.
“But I Was in Such a Good Mood This Morning!” offers cancer patients and the loved ones that care for them valuable insights into the cancer journey Rob and his wife and family traveled. This book invites readers to revel as Rob did in the many miracles and blessings that came even in the darkest days.
Available at Amazon.com $15.99 Paperback, 378 pages$.99 Kindle eBook
After a nearly twenty-year slumber, his leukemia returned. Rob draws readers in with vivid descriptions of the upheaval and torment that ensued, including a bone marrow transplant and adjusting to a life filled with many harsh new realities. His humorous writing style allows readers to laugh and smile while Rob also shares openly and honestly about his struggles with medical treatments, faith, fears, and demons from his past.
“But I Was in Such a Good Mood This Morning!” offers cancer patients and the loved ones that care for them valuable insights into the cancer journey Rob and his wife and family traveled. This book invites readers to revel as Rob did in the many miracles and blessings that came even in the darkest days.
Available at Amazon.com $15.99 Paperback, 378 pages$.99 Kindle eBook
What Our Readers Say
“…as good a page-turner as Matthew Reilly, Dan Brown or John Grisham, only it’s true… When you get to the end, you still want more.”
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