SBA Books | Sheila Booth-Alberstadt

Praise for An Angel in the Sky

• “I have read An Angel In The Sky many times and stand in awe of its reassuring universal message of love, hope and joy. Each reading is like a first reading... an eternal affirmation of goodness.
  
  In its simplicity and tenderness, it will touch the hearts of all who seek to love a child and family in hospice care, grief and bereavement.”

  — Ernest Berger
  President, Santa-America, Inc.

• “Certainty. Clarity. And a whole lot of hugs. In this gentle story we are offered a book that offers certainty to the bereaved (especially bereaved parents trying to ‘understand’ why their child died), clarity on their issues, hurts and strange array of feelings, and a hug on every page.
  
  Don’t overanalyze the text, but rather embrace it as it embraces you. There will be a connection to hope, and isn’t that what all of us seek when we are hurting? The artwork is exquisite, and is a wonderful embellishment to the text.”

  — Rev. Fr. Richard B. Gilbert
  Executive Director, The World Pastoral Care Center and Connections-Spiritual Link

• “In her comforting book, An Angel In The Sky, Sheila Booth-Alberstadt creates a restful retreat for those struggling to survive pain, whether it is due to a debilitating disease, a disabling disorder, or even loneliness.
  
  The author calls for those who are suffering to call on an Angel to take them to a safe retreat. This Angel will help them to forget their pain and will provide them with a sanctuary where they will be completely healed.
  
  Booth-Alberstadt's heart itself seems to leap right off each and every page of the book. The tone of the entire composition is nurturing and peaceful. As one reads each of the author's couplets, he or she is enveloped in love, and undoubtedly each word was chosen for such effect.
  
  An Angel In The Sky will prove itself to be a motivational tool for anyone attempting to overcome unfortunate circumstances.”

  — Lee Ann Kelley
  English Professor, Faulkner College

• “Children need to try and make sense of grief in their lives. An Angel In The Sky achieves this in a most wonderful way.”

  — Dennis Brown
  Pastor, St. Michael's Episcopal Church, Chickasaw, Alabama

• “When I read it I was reminded again that angels are everywhere and that we will be together again in heaven. The illustrations and gentle words sent a very special feeling of hope and healing. It was comforting and encouraging. I am sure that An Angel In The Sky will help many families hearts heal as they deal with life's unexpected tragedies. . . ”

  — Lisa Blackburn
  Founder, Empty Arms Support Group

• “A compelling and compassionate book for the family that has lost a newborn or child.”

  — Van Kirke Nelson, MD
  Kalispell OB-GYN Associates, P.C., Kalispell, Montana

• “As a mother of a seven year old and a two year old, the topic of a child dying is almost unthinkable. And explaining it to a young sibling would be absolutely heartbreaking. I know I would be looking for help.
  
  I feel An Angel In The Sky is written in a way that both children and adults could take comfort.”

  — Kathy E. Doyle
  Managing Editor, Vital Issues Press / Huntington House Publishers

• “In a world fascinated by angels, this book provides a sweet playmate for a small child.”

  — Pat Schwiebert
  Perinatal Loss Organization, Portland, Oregon