The Mood Swing (Hardcover)

"The Mood Swing" is a whimsical and heartwarming tale that takes young readers on a magical journey through the emotional ups and downs of grief.

The story follows a young boy, named Peter, as he navigates the challenging emotions tied to loss after the death of his father. A magical swing, tethered to a Moon Tree, propels Peter into fantastical adventures that mirror his emotions. When Peter is happy, with both of his parents by his side, he blasts off into a fantastical adventure through Outer Space – a dream come true! When he returns a year later without his father, the swing descends, plunging Peter into a pit of quicksand. But soon, with the help of his mother, and a reminder that his father is never far, Peter learns to find the balance and simply enjoy riding the swing.

Through its delightful narrative and engaging illustrations, the book aims to provide solace, hope, and joy to families, especially in difficult times.

TESTIMONIALS

"The Mood Swing is the book I wish to give to all of my widowed clients and their grieving children.  It is the most beautiful story of a young boy who- with the help of his mother and a very lovable tree swing! - learns to trust life again after the death of his father. The Mood Swing is simply perfection. The author’s writing is truly captivating- all together whimsical, relatable and vulnerable. The illustrator’s artwork is simply breathtaking- colorful, enchanting, and authentic. If you are looking for a book to offer children living with profound loss, this is the book for you."

-Susan Hannifin-MacNab, Author of A to Z Healing Toolbox: A Practical Guide for Navigating Grief and Trauma with Intention

"In a delightful way, this book brings a promising and empowering message to children who may be suffering from strong mood swings or a mood disorder. It normalizes such a condition by making it manageable and tolerable, and by casting a ray of sunlight and optimism onto the difficulties that set them apart from other children. A book of such hope should find a good place on the shelves of bookstores and libraries."

-Michael Gellert,  Jungian Analyst and Author, Former Director of Training at the C. G. Jung Institute of Los Angeles

"The Mood Swing is a beautiful expression of love, remembrance, and resilience. Written with a warm candor that acknowledges the pain of grief while fostering hope through a continued connection to our loved ones, The Mood Swing is a meaningful gift to young people who are navigating the world after the death of a parent."

-Michele Neff Hernandez, CEO and Founder, Soaring Spirits International