Chasing Dragonflies supports schools, hospitals, hospices and counselling services who need gentle, child‑friendly resources to help children and families understand death with clarity and compassion. My books are widely used across the UK in pastoral care, bereavement support and paediatric settings.
The Dragonfly Story
The Dragonfly Story is often shared by teachers, nurses and counsellors who need a soft, age‑appropriate way to help children understand what has happened. The dragonfly metaphor offers a natural, reassuring way to talk about change, absence and continued love.
Professionals use this book when supporting:
- Children experiencing the death of a sibling, parent or friend
- Pupils returning to school after a bereavement
- Families in paediatric wards, NICUs and hospices
- Children in counselling or pastoral care sessions
It helps create safe, honest conversations during difficult moments.
Read: How professionals can use The Dragonfly Story
Life, Without You
Life, Without You is a guided journal, often shared with newly bereaved parents and families who need something calm, steady and gentle to hold onto. Its guided prompts help remove the pressure of a blank page, offering a way in when words feel hard to find. It is used by therapists, support groups and palliative care teams who value the structure it offers alongside its honesty and emotional grounding.
Professionals use this journal to support:
- Parents grieving the loss of a baby, child or teenager
- Families in palliative or end-of-life care
- Bereavement groups and counselling sessions
- Relatives who want to offer comfort but don’t know what to say
It offers a gentle structure, companionship and understanding during the hardest moments.
Read: How professionals can use Life, Without You
Bulk Orders and Professional Support
Schools, hospitals, hospices and counselling services often order multiple copies for use in bereavement support, pastoral care and family guidance.
Bulk orders are available. For professional enquiries, invoiced orders or larger quantities, please email: CDOffice@virginmedia.com
Testimonials
“Essential reading for pastoral care teams.”
“We use The Dragonfly Story regularly with children who need gentle reassurance.”
“Life, Without You offers calm companionship during grief.”
“A trusted resource for our bereavement support sessions.”
