When There Is a Death

In When There is a Death, Sara Appel-Lennon reminds us that we're not alone. She wrote this book as an expression of her grief after losing her husband of 19 years on the evening before Valentine's Day, 2025.

Through poetry and art, this book validates many of the feelings that emerge when grieving the loss of a loved one. Appel-Lennon hopes it will help you on your healing journey.

This book is an all-women creative collaboration.

Praise for When There Is a Death:

"In When There is a Death, Sara beautifully captures the different layers of grief. Her poem is a meditative reminder of how our breath can be an anchor that sees us through." -Nina Tomkiewicz, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

"Simply true. Well done!" -Jolene Brackey, Author of Creating Moments of Joy Along the Alzheimer's Journey

"When There Is a Death is an elegant reminder to keep living." -Jennifer Ann Smith, Writer

"A lovely, heart-felt, and consoling book." -Moira Novack, Mindfulness Mentor

"This sweet book provides tender thoughts of comfort and images of peace. I recommend it for all the times when there are no words." -Jenny Woodworth, LISW; Director of Programs, Courage to Caregivers