About the Book
When Sue Anderson-Stevens lost both of her parents within months of each other, everything changed.
In Love and Loss of a Parent, she shares her deeply personal journey through grief from caring for her parents through illness, to the emotional weight of anticipatory grief, burnout, and saying goodbye.
But this is more than a story of loss.
It is a story of what comes next.
Blending heartfelt reflection with practical tools, Sue introduces a gentle four-stage framework, Grief, Healing, Connection, and Transformation, to help you process emotions, reconnect with yourself, and move forward with meaning and intention.
This is not about going back to who you were before.
It is about honouring your past while stepping into the next chapter of your life with courage, meaning, and love.
The next version of you is waiting.
Book Testimonials
“A life-changing book that gently guides you through the complexity of grief with understanding, kindness and, most importantly, love in a way that validates, supports, and transforms.” – Amanda Peters
“I didn’t just read Sue’s book ‘Love and Loss of a Parent’, I felt it. It held me, moved me, and opened my heart in the most beautiful way. I laughed, I cried, and I found myself loving Sue and her wisdom even more with every page. Her honesty, her storytelling, and the gentle yet powerful insights around grief are simply extraordinary. What touched me was the permission she gives us all to grieve in our own way–no matter what the relationship with our parents looks like. That is such a gift. The neuro-linguistic tools woven throughout are incredibly empowering, too. This is more than a book… it’s a companion for the heart, and I know it will help so many people feel seen, supported, and not feel alone. You are a true gem dear Sue, and this book feels like a massive, precious hug from you.” – Kim Morrison, Author, Educator, Business Owner
“I’ve had the privilege of knowing Sue personally and supporting her through an incredibly difficult time as she lost both of her parents–people she loved deeply and cared for until the very end. This book is a reflection of that journey. It’s honest, practical, and deeply compassionate. Sue shares not only her experience of grief, but also powerful tools and strategies, including NLP techniques and guided tasks, to help others navigate their own loss. What makes this book so impactful is that she has truly lived it, from enduring profound loss to pushing herself through challenges like a 100km trail race and walking the Camino. If you are experiencing grief or are supporting someone who is, this book offers both comfort and a way forward.” – Coach Kerry
