Grief may shape us, but it doesn’t define us. On the Other Side of Grief anthology is a beacon of hope, illuminating the path from loss to healing. If you’ve journeyed through grief and found light on the other side, your story can inspire and uplift others. Join us in this powerful anthology and let your words be the guiding light someone else needs. Sign up today and share your story.

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Why Contribute?

• Share Your Story to Inspire Others

Your story holds power. You have endured the storm of grief, and your journey could become the beacon of hope that guides someone else through their own pain. By contributing, you have the opportunity to show others what lies on the other side of grief—the hope, the resilience, the moments of peace that emerge through healing. Your experiences and insights can become the lifeline someone needs to believe that healing is possible, and that they, too, can find their way beyond the darkest of moments of grief.​

• Be Part of a Meaningful Project

This anthology is not just about storytelling; it’s about creating something profoundly meaningful. On the Other Side of Grief aims to be a source of comfort, solace, and empowerment for readers facing the heartache of loss. The collection will touch on many aspects of grief—whether it’s losing a loved one, a relationship, a job, health, or even unfulfilled dreams. Together, we will offer a collective testimony that healing is attainable and that there is light on the other side of grief. Your story is an essential part of this greater narrative, offering hope to those still searching for their way forward.

• Connect with a Supportive Community

Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. By contributing to this anthology, you’ll become part of a compassionate community of individuals who understand the unique challenges of grief. This is a safe, nurturing space to share your story and connect with others who have walked similar paths. The anthology is as much about fostering these connections as it is about the stories themselves. Together, we can offer each other empathy, encouragement, and understanding.

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Who Can Contribute?

Everyone has a story to tell, and whether you’re an experienced author or writing your first piece, your voice is welcome here. What’s most important is that your piece is heartfelt and speaks to your unique journey through grief. We invite contributions from a wide range of experiences because grief and healing are deeply personal and varied, and every story has the potential to touch a reader’s heart.

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How to Contribute:

•  Sign up as a contributing author:

Before submitting your story or essay (1500-2000 words), please sign up as a contributing author to confirm your place in this special project.  A submission fee of $97 is required for each entry. This fee helps cover the production and marketing of the anthology, ensuring that this project reaches as many people as possible and provides a valuable resource to those in need of support. By signing up, you’ll be joining a community of writers committed to sharing stories of healing, hope, and resilience.

• Submit Your Manuscript:

Once you have signed up as a contributing author you will receive all the information you will need about the anthology including how to submit your completed piece. We welcome a range of stories, whether it’s about losing a loved one, the grief of a broken relationship, or even the loss of a dream. Your story can offer comfort and show readers what’s on the other side of grief.

• Join the Community:

As a contributing author, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other contributing authors, engage in discussions about your writing journey, grief, and healing, and share your experiences in a supportive environment. The process of creating this anthology is as much about the community as it is about the finished book. Through our online anthology author group and shared experiences, you’ll build relationships with others who, like you, are on a journey of healing and growth through grief.​

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Limited Spaces Available

We are only accepting 48 short stories or essays (1500 - 2000) for On the Other Side of Grief, so don’t miss this special opportunity to share your voice. Every submission matters, and each story will play a vital role in shaping this anthology. Whether you’re sharing a deeply personal narrative or a reflective essay on the lessons grief has taught you, your contribution is important. Together, these stories will create a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and offer hope to those facing grief.
 

My Hope for This Anthology

Through On the Other Side of Grief, I hope to create a book that not only acknowledges the pain of grief but also shines a light on the healing, growth, and hope that follow. Grief may feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be the end of the story. This anthology will serve as a beacon of hope for those experiencing their darkest days, showing them that there is a way through and beyond grief. Your story could be the one that offers hope and encouragement to someone who needs it most.

Reserve Your Place in the Anthology

Sign up to become a contributing author and let’s create something heartfelt and healing together—a book that will bring solace, understanding, and the promise of brighter days ahead to all who read it.