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Across the void : through cancer and into life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18263
Bonello, Laurie. Saskatoon, SK: Laurie Bonello , 2009. large print ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 B712 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Bonello, Laurie
Edition
large print ed.
Place of Publication
Saskatoon, SK
Publisher
Laurie Bonello
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
162 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Life Change Events
Personal Narratives
ISBN
9780981213606
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 B712 2009

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As it is in heaven

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21418
Luo, Naixuan. Hong Kong: Breakthrough Ltd. , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 L964 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Luo, Naixuan
Place of Publication
Hong Kong
Publisher
Breakthrough Ltd.
Publication Date
2012
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Life Change Events
Christianity
Adaptation, Psychological
Personal Narratives
ISBN
9789888073658
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 L964 2012

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Barb Tarbox : a life cut short by tobacco

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15587
Tarbox, Barb. Edmonton, AB: AADAC , 2003.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA900 T179 2003
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Tarbox, Barb
Corporate Author
Alberta Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Commission
Place of Publication
Edmonton, AB
Publisher
AADAC
Publication Date
2003
Physical Description
17 minutes + 1 guide
Subjects
Lung Neoplasms
Smoking - prevention & control
Tobacco - prevention & control
Smoking Cessation
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WA900 T179 2003

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Between two kingdoms : a memoir of a life interrupted

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124306
Jaouad, Suleika. New York, NY: Random House , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WH250 J35b 2021
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
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Alternate Title
Between 2 kingdoms
Between two kingdoms : what almost dying taught me about living
Author
Jaouad, Suleika
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Random House
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
x, 348 pages : map ; 21 cm
Subjects
Leukemia
Young Adult
Life Change Events
Journalism
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780593236994
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WH250 J35b 2021

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Bone : dying into life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17604
Woodman, Marion. New York, NY: Penguin Compass , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 W892 2000
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
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Author
Woodman, Marion
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Penguin Compass
Publication Date
2000
Physical Description
xvi, 245 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Uterine Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Mental Healing
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
ISBN
0670893749
0140196285
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 W892 2000

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Bright hour : a memoir of living and dying

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120153
Riggs, Nina. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 R569 2017
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
The Bright Hour is the memoir of Nina Rigg, following a diagnosis of terminal breast cancer. "With the lyricism of poetry and a voice that never trades on simple grief, 'The Bright Hour' celebrates living -- living well, living fully -- and the transcendent combination of light and darkness that ma…
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Author
Riggs, Nina
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
310 p. ; 22 cm
Subjects
Terminally Ill - psychology
Attitude to Death
Life
Life Change Events
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
The Bright Hour is the memoir of Nina Rigg, following a diagnosis of terminal breast cancer. "With the lyricism of poetry and a voice that never trades on simple grief, 'The Bright Hour' celebrates living -- living well, living fully -- and the transcendent combination of light and darkness that makes us human." - Cover
ISBN
9781501169359
1501169351
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 R569 2017
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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C : a celebration of life : stories of hope, courage and survival in the fight against "the big C".

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120620
Spencer, Heather M. [Dewey, AZ]: Mission Positive Films , 2015.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
Author
Spencer, Heather M.
Place of Publication
[Dewey, AZ]
Publisher
Mission Positive Films
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
1 videodisc (58 min.)
Subjects
Cancer Survivors
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Hope
Courage
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
BCCA Psychosocial Oncology Program
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Called back : my reply to cancer, my reply to life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123316
Cappello, Mary. New York, NY: Fordham University Press , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 C244 2021
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Cappello, Mary
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Fordham University Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
217 p. ; 21 cm.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms - prevention & control
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Notes
Originally published in 2009 by Alyson Books.
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9780823294053
9780823294046
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 C244 2021
Website Notes
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca or calling 1.888.675.8001 x 7000 (toll-free) to obtain a username and password.
Read Online
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/bccancer-ebooks/detail.action?docID=6640577

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Cancer confidential : backstage dramas in the radiation clinic

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124311
Hayter, Charles. Toronto, ON: University of Toronto Press , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H426c 2022
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
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Author
Hayter, Charles
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
University of Toronto Press
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
xix, 278 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Physician-Patient Relations
Neoplasms - radiotherapy
Neoplasms - psychology
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781487528157
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H426c 2022

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Cancer - I won! : a personal journal of grief, survival and triumph

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17602
Ettenberg, Zosia. [Victoria, BC?]: Trafford Publishing , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 E85c 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Ettenberg, Zosia
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Trafford Publishing
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
viii, 65 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Survival
Grief
Life Change Events
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781425174484
1425174485
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 E85c 2008

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Cancer stories on life and suffering

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124168
Gregory, David Michael, Russell, Cynthia K. Toronto, ON: McGill-Queen's University Press , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 G822c 1999
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
"In Cancer Stories five people share their journeys, their stories and the suffering they faced before their deaths. These narratives chronicle the despair, hope and love they experienced while living and dying with cancer, giving the power of the human spirit full voice. Lessons learned are presen…
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Author
Gregory, David Michael
Russell, Cynthia K.
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
McGill-Queen's University Press
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
xi, 189 p. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - complications
Suffering
Pain - psychology
Caregivers - psychology
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
"In Cancer Stories five people share their journeys, their stories and the suffering they faced before their deaths. These narratives chronicle the despair, hope and love they experienced while living and dying with cancer, giving the power of the human spirit full voice. Lessons learned are presented as 'gifts' at the conclusion of each of the five narratives." -- Back cover
ISBN
0886293545
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 G822c 1999

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Cancer with hope : facing illness, embracing life, and finding purpose

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124314
Armstrong, Mike, Vohr, Eric A. Baltimore, MD: Johns Hopkins University Press , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 A735c 2021
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
"Author Armstrong was the former chairman of the board of trustees of Johns Hopkins Medicine, former chairman of several large corporations, and a survivor of two types of cancer. This work is a memoir that stresses the therapeutic value of hope. The author's personal story is supplemented with int…
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Author
Armstrong, Mike
Vohr, Eric A.
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
x, 150 pages : map ; 22 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Hope
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
"Author Armstrong was the former chairman of the board of trustees of Johns Hopkins Medicine, former chairman of several large corporations, and a survivor of two types of cancer. This work is a memoir that stresses the therapeutic value of hope. The author's personal story is supplemented with interview data that round out the perspectives on surviving cancer. The book ends with listed resources for further information." -- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781421440187
1421440180
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 A735c 2021

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Change : a fresh perspective on life (colon cancer)

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17824
Macey, Tyler. [Vancouver, BC?]: Headterner Productions Inc. | Heavywater Studios Ltd. , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WI520 M142 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Featuring Bret Martin, Tylery Macey, Linda Webb-Khakaba, Mark and Tracy Gonnella, John Shillington, Krystyna Macey, with guest star appearance, Tommy Smothers
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Author
Macey, Tyler
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Headterner Productions Inc.
Heavywater Studios Ltd.
Publication Date
2008
Subjects
Colorectal Neoplasms
Adaptation, Psychological
Survivors
Humor
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
Abstract
Featuring Bret Martin, Tylery Macey, Linda Webb-Khakaba, Mark and Tracy Gonnella, John Shillington, Krystyna Macey, with guest star appearance, Tommy Smothers
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WI520 M142 2008

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Chasing daylight : how my forthcoming death transformed my life : a final account

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15970
O'Kelly, Eugene, Postman, Andrew. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 O41 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Chasing daylight is the inspirational memoir of former KPMG CEO Eugene O'Kelly, written in the three-and -a-half months between his terminal diagnosis with a brain cancer and his death in September 2005. Interweaving details of his illness with reflections on life, death and success, this passiona…
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Author
O'Kelly, Eugene
Postman, Andrew
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
201 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Death - psychology
Terminally Ill - psychology
Brain Neoplasms
Emotional Adjustment
Life Change Events
Quality of Life
Attitude to Death
Personal Narratives
Biography
Popular Work
Abstract
Chasing daylight is the inspirational memoir of former KPMG CEO Eugene O'Kelly, written in the three-and -a-half months between his terminal diagnosis with a brain cancer and his death in September 2005. Interweaving details of his illness with reflections on life, death and success, this passionate, deeply insightful book provides an unforgettable account of O'Kelly's final journey, and is a compelling reminder of the importance of living a balanced and meaningful life.
ISBN
9780071499934
0071499938
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 O41 2008

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Chicken soup for the soul : the cancer book : 101 stories of courage, support and love ;|It's just a word : reclaiming your life through cancer beautifully

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18084
Cos Cob, CT: Chicken Soup for the Soul Publishing, LLC , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C224 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Alternate Title
Cancer book
It's just a word by Elizabeth Bayer
Editor
Canfield, Jack
Hansen, Mark Victor
Tabatsky, David
Bayer, Elizabeth
Place of Publication
Cos Cob, CT
Publisher
Chicken Soup for the Soul Publishing, LLC
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xiv, 382, 46 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Survivors - psychology
Family
Social Support
Personal Narratives
Anecdotes
Popular Work
ISBN
9781935096306
1935096303
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C224 2009

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Childhood cancer survivors : a practical guide to your future

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16166
Keene, Nancy, Hobbie, Wendy, Ruccione, Kathy. Sebastopol, CA: O'Reilly & Associates, Inc. , 2007. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 K26c 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Keene, Nancy
Hobbie, Wendy
Ruccione, Kathy
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Sebastopol, CA
Publisher
O'Reilly & Associates, Inc.
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
xxiv, 436 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - complications
Follow-up Studies
Survivors
Parents
Adolescent
Adult
Adaptation, Psychological
Infant
Child
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
ISBN
9780596528515
0596528515
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ200 K26c 2007

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Comfort book

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124324
Haig, Matt. Toronto, ON: Harper Avenue , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM171.5 H149c 2021
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
"The Comfort Book is a collection of little islands of hope, a gathering of consolations and stories that give us new ways of seeing ourselves and the world. Matt Haig's mix of philosophy, memoir and self-reflection builds on the wisdom of philosophers and survivors through the ages, from Marcus Au…
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Author
Haig, Matt
Editor
.
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
Harper Avenue
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
x, 256 pages ; 18 cm
Subjects
Hope
Depression - prevention & control
Adaptation, Psychological
Life Change Events
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
"The Comfort Book is a collection of little islands of hope, a gathering of consolations and stories that give us new ways of seeing ourselves and the world. Matt Haig's mix of philosophy, memoir and self-reflection builds on the wisdom of philosophers and survivors through the ages, from Marcus Aurelius to Nellie Bly, from Emily Dickinson to James Baldwin. This is the book to pick up when you need the wisdom of a friend or the comfort of a hug, or just want to celebrate the messy miracle of being alive" -- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781443464772
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM171.5 H149c 2021

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Crazy sexy cancer : a story about looking for a cure, and finding a life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16109
Carr, Kris, Fassett, Brian, Nathanson, Beth. New York, NY: Gaiam , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C311c 2007
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
25 minute healing yoga routine and guided relaxation with instructor Rodney Yee; Ways to find your om; Get juiced - in the kitchen with Kris; Simple detox methods; Deleted scenes and extended interviews
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Alternate Title
Crazy sexy cancer
Author
Carr, Kris
Fassett, Brian
Nathanson, Beth
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Gaiam
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
90 minutes
Subjects
Neoplasms
Female
Women's Health
Women
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Survivors - psychology
Mental Healing
Spiritual Healing
Mind-Body and Relaxation Techniques
Complementary Therapies
Diet
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
Abstract
25 minute healing yoga routine and guided relaxation with instructor Rodney Yee
Ways to find your om
Get juiced - in the kitchen with Kris
Simple detox methods
Deleted scenes and extended interviews
ISBN
9780766235564
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C311c 2007

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Deep canyon

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16113
Paterson, Annan. Novato, CA: Annan Paterson , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 P296 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Presented at a "Cancer as a Turning Point Conference", this video uses humor and drama and a variety of characters to explore the journey of a wife, mother and career woman who receives the unexpected and terrifying diagnosis of cancer.
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Author
Paterson, Annan
Place of Publication
Novato, CA
Publisher
Annan Paterson
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
90 minutes
Subjects
Ovarian Neoplasms - psychology
Life Change Events
Humor
Drama
Personal Narratives
Abstract
Presented at a "Cancer as a Turning Point Conference", this video uses humor and drama and a variety of characters to explore the journey of a wife, mother and career woman who receives the unexpected and terrifying diagnosis of cancer.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 P296 1999

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Don't die of embarrassment : life after colostomy and other adventures

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4412
Barrie, Barbara. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WI520 B275 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Barrie, Barbara
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
256 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Colostomy
Colonic Neoplasms
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780684846248
0684846241
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WI520 B275 1999

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