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Loss

Poems to better weather the many waves of grief
By Donna Ashworth
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Loss by Donna Ashworth is a poignant exploration of the emotional landscape associated with grief and healing. Through beautifully crafted poems and reflections, Ashworth offers comfort and understanding to those navigating loss. Her words aim to resonate with readers, providing solace and a sense of shared experience in challenging times.
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You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to the arts and culture with a focus on poignant reflections and poetic expressions dealing with themes of grief and healing. The author offers insights that are both heartwarming and thought-provoking, making it a meaningful read for anyone seeking understanding and solace in times of sorrow.

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Those cast adrift in the lonely sea of grief will find something on every page to cling to, when that water gets too rough.

The perfect gift of comfort for anyone adrift in the lonely sea of grief, from the Sunday TImes bestselling author of Wild Hope.

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Donna Ashworth is the wordsmith behind the social media phenomenon LADIES PASS IT ON, with a community of more than 680,000 followers across two platforms, growing by 10,000 every month.

Loss is a collection of poems for those looking to soothe their soul and find an anchor to guide their spirit.

Amidst an incredible understanding of how it feels to lose the ones we love the most, Donna's writing offers a glimpse of light that can be found within the darkest moments. This collection of grief poetry will bring comfort, peace, acceptance, and the crucial reminder that you are never alone. It is a must for anyone who has lost someone.

Donna's poems have gone viral, traveled around the world, and have been viewed millions of times. Using her own experiences to nurture others, her work is celebrated by a massive online following and serves as inspiration for both video content and many songs.

Her poems are frequently read by celebrities, and she has been featured in both Grazia and Glamour magazine as one of the most celebrated female poets.

This new collection of poems aims to guide people through loneliness and loss, bringing serenity and support while remembering those who have passed.

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Donna Ashworth's Loss is praised for its empowering and uplifting prose, offering comfort and wisdom to readers. The writing is described as a calming presence amid life's challenges, akin to a comforting hug that resonates with emotional truth and understanding. The book is seen as a source of peace and acceptance, providing insight and solace for navigating sorrow and healing.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785304422

Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Black and White Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 206.0mm

Weight: 236g

Pages: 160

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Arts & Culture Donna Ashworth Non-Fiction Poetry

About the Author

Donna Ashworth has self-published three poetry books, and each one has been an online bestseller. Many of Donna's recent poems have been printed in yearbooks, school newsletters and even now appear as part of the curriculum. Her work has featured in over a hundred magazines and blogs and Donna regularly speaks at events, on tv shows, on radio and more, where she loves to read her work aloud.

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