The Bear-Shaped Hole

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'Full of hope and love it illustrates beautifully how it is possible to carry our loved ones with us after their death. I have already recommended it to bereaved families and friends who are struggling with how to communicate with young folk about grief.' * The Good Grief Project * 'a powerful resource [...] so beautiful' * Simon Says, Children's Bereavement Centre * 'We all absolutely love this book- it is so sensitively written and describes real feelings in an honest way and uses all the language that is so important in preparing children when someone they know is dying.' * Penhaligon's Friends * "This "delicate and sensitive" companion title to Dougherty and Swansea-based illustrator Docherty's The Hare-Shaped Hole focuses on preparation for loss, as well as loss itself, with gentle artwork to help reassure and support young children." * The Bookseller * "A poignant picture book that explores the preparation for loss, as Gerda the bear has to process that her bet friend, Orlo, won't be around forever." * The Bookseller * "Grief is a big topic in any child's life and must be handled gently, as it is here [...] ideal for pre-school settings [...] when a teacher is on hand to talk the class through it." * Inis Magazine * "The Bear-Shaped Hole is going to be one of the most important picturebooks of 2025." * Jon Biddle, teacher and influencer * 'The most wonderful book that I've come across for explaining to children the process of illness, death, grief and the emotions that come with it and yet it is also hopeful, comforting and life-affirming.' * Annie Everall, OBE * "Calming guidance for little ones grappling with sorrow." * Kirkus Reviews * "...with its sensitive message about the loss of a loved one is an especially, unreservedly recommended acquisition for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections...." * The Midwest Book Review *