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New Zealand orders only.
International Orders: You can order via Amazon, Booktopia, Fishpond, or your favourite online provider.
The Year After Kahlia is a memoir–psychology–writing hybrid for surviving the unthinkable.
It follows the twelve months after my daughter Kahlia died by suicide in April 2024, weaving together story, grief science, and the writing practices that kept me breathing when nothing made sense.
This isn’t a tidy story about “moving on.” It’s an honest record of what grief does to a body, a mind, a family – and how putting words on the page can help you stay here when staying feels impossible.
What reader’s have said
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"Such a powerful and raw journey, and a vital lifeline when you're trying to navigate the unknown world after losing someone you love.
What I appreciated most was that Kirsten doesn't just share her story, she also offers practical reflections, grounding exercises and resources throughout the book.
After reading it, I gifted copies to others who were grieving. I highly recommend this book."
— Charleen
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"'The Year After Kahlia' is a raw, honest memoir written in the year after Kirsten's daughter died by suicide.
It reads exactly as it was lived, day by day, as someone trying to survive unimaginable loss. Through her writing, you come to know Kahlia and understand the deep love her family holds for her.
An incredibly moving and accessible book for anyone navigating grief and loss."
— Shelly
Read more reviews on Goodreads
New Zealand orders only.
International Orders: You can order via Amazon, Booktopia, Fishpond, or your favourite online provider.
The Year After Kahlia is a memoir–psychology–writing hybrid for surviving the unthinkable.
It follows the twelve months after my daughter Kahlia died by suicide in April 2024, weaving together story, grief science, and the writing practices that kept me breathing when nothing made sense.
This isn’t a tidy story about “moving on.” It’s an honest record of what grief does to a body, a mind, a family – and how putting words on the page can help you stay here when staying feels impossible.
What reader’s have said
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Such a powerful and raw journey, and a vital lifeline when you're trying to navigate the unknown world after losing someone you love.
What I appreciated most was that Kirsten doesn't just share her story, she also offers practical reflections, grounding exercises and resources throughout the book.
After reading it, I gifted copies to others who were grieving. I highly recommend this book."
— Charleen
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"'The Year After Kahlia' is a raw, honest memoir written in the year after Kirsten's daughter died by suicide.
It reads exactly as it was lived, day by day, as someone trying to survive unimaginable loss. Through her writing, you come to know Kahlia and understand the deep love her family holds for her.
An incredibly moving and accessible book for anyone navigating grief and loss."
— Shelly
Read more reviews on Goodreads