Emerging: Stories from the Other Side of a Cancer Diagnosis, Loss, and a Pandemic

"Percolating with an intense authenticity that's both startling and refreshing, this book is mature, forthright, and utterly absorbing." - A Reedsy Discovery Review

Refusing to jump onto the “everything happens for a reason” bandwagon, Stordahl tackles tough topics like cancer, loss, and the COVID-19 pandemic with unflinching honesty while dismantling the “back to normal” myth. She reminds us we needn’t pressure ourselves to emerge from these, or any life challenge, as new and improved versions of our former selves.

Universal themes of aging, making tough decisions, pet loss, life as an introvert, resiliency, and self-acceptance are also addressed. Advice offered is realistic, straight-forward, and helpful.

Emerging is a refreshing, encouraging read for anyone who has struggled, or is struggling, with a life-altering challenge - offering a kinder, gentler path forward. Ultimately, a hopeful read!