The Book of Comforts: Genuine Encouragement for Hard Times

The Book of Comforts is STUNNING. The words, the stories, the scripture, the art and photos, the world needed this book. I needed this book.If you are going through a hard time, grieving, suffering, surviving anything right now — this book is for you. And if you have a friend who’s going through something hard right now, this is the absolute perfect gift for them!This is going to be my go-to gift forever.

As soon as you hold this book in your hands, your mind is going to race with the names of all the people that you know who need it. At least, that's what happened to me when my copy came yesterday. And that's what's happened to the two people who dropped by my house and saw it on my coffee table, both of whom immediately ordered copies of their own and a copy to send to friends. Full of gorgeous artwork and writing that comes from a place of wisdom, faith, and humility, I cannot recommend this pretty little volume highly enough.

The Book of Comforts neither romanticizes pain nor minimizes it. Rather, the authors look hurting people in the eye and offer them words of compassion and honesty that can only come from those who have traveled to places of deep grief. This book is beautiful in every way.

The world needs The Book of Comforts—a book that acknowledges the depth of grief that accompanies us throughout life and that recognizes beauty as vital for finding God’s goodness in it all. Our own words fail us when it comes to offering comfort in grieving. In the Book of Comforts, Faires, Faires, and Wernet show us that this is okay, because ultimately we can rest on the Word of God for deep and abiding comfort. Through her breathtaking artwork, Wilder nods to the importance of beauty in lamentation as well. I'm so grateful to have this book to offer others when my own words will inevitably fail to meet them adequately in their grief.

This book is a such a gift and stands out among its peers. The stories are thoughtful and honest, while the visuals are intentional and lovely. This book immediately found its home on my coffee table - a reminder to myself and my guests to come as you are, whether in joy or grief. Ordering an extra copy to keep on hand!

I had no words and neither did anyone around me. There are times in life where nothing seems like the right thing to say. Somehow these authors have found the words. Full of heart-felt stories, this truly inspiring book makes you feel supported; a good reminder that you are never alone.This book has a visual aesthetic that match the rich textual beauty. I highly recommend this if you, or someone you know, is going through a hard time. This is my new go to gift any time someone I know is need of comfort!

I like The Book of Comforts because it's not like the step-by-step devotional books I read growing up. Instead, it feels much more organic and enjoyable to read. For example, I love reading essays in my spare time, and this book contains a number of personal essays and stories from the authors. I wasn't expecting this at all, and I was excited to feel such a personal connection to the writers and their experiences.This is definitely a book you can pick up and read for a quick story when you're feeling alone. I plan on giving it as a gift to the spiritual people in my life who need a pick-me-up.

This book was beautifully conceived, written and illustrated. I am placing an additional order because not only did I love the book, each of the friends to whom I gave a copy were equally comforted and moved by its beauty. So true that this will make a wonderful gift for those times when you want to be there for your friends or family experiencing grief or other hardships, but don't know what to say. This is a moving, helpful, hopeful reminder of God's everlasting love. Thank you Caleb, Rebecca, Kaitlin and Cymone for The Book of Comforts!