Reading while Grieving

Reading While Grieving is designed for readers who are living with loss. Each month, a work of fiction is paired with a non-fiction book about grief, creating a space where emotions and experiences can be gently met and understood. This is a compassionate space for reflection, connection, and meaning-making through reading.

Non-fiction grief literature complements this by offering language, context, and validation. It helps normalize what can feel isolating, confusing, or overwhelming. Together, fiction and non-fiction support both the emotional and cognitive dimensions of grief.

To reserve your spot, visit: www.joyawakener.com

Central Midtown
1260 Dauphin St.
3rd Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.