The Trimesters of Grief is available for purchase anywhere books are sold
This Snowglobe
There used to be five
little figures inside
but
now there are four
I keep shaking it
hoping for a rattle,
a glimpse of your
dislodged figurine. -Katie Rizzo
Katie Rizzo’s debut memoir, The Trimesters of Grief, a raw and intimate account of one family’s devastating struggle with opioid addiction and loss, is available for preorder now. It will be released on October 6 by Koehler Books, with Blackstone Publishing handling audio licensing. The book is pitched for readers of It’s OK that You’re Not OK and Beautiful Boy, with a foreword by Colin Campbell of Finding the Words.
Links to purchase:
Barnes and Noble
Amazon
Bookshop links to come soon!
Rizzo is offering swag for those who preorder the book. To get your preorder swag please go here or to her website www.katierizzo.com.
Why should you preorder? Preordering tells those that sell books that they should stock The Trimesters of Grief, and boosts the sales numbers for the first week of sales which increases the chances of it getting awards, recommended, and sold.
Praise for The Trimesters of Grief -
"I am moved by this book ... The words, resilience and truth are powerful. Nicholas's life experiences mirror so many others in the world. Many feel isolated and alone, and this book will make them feel seen in a deeply powerful and human way." Sadie Rowbottom - The Grief Coach UK -
“As both a grieving mother and a grief coach, I’ve long thought of Beautiful Boy as a touchstone for families living with addiction—but it is also a story of survival. Katie’s book is the one we’ve been missing for the age of opioids and fentanyl: a mother’s story that does not have the same ending, told with ferocious honesty and an eye for what might actually help the rest of us keep breathing.” Kristin Seeberger - grief coach @ LITT - support group for parents and siblings who have lost someone to addiction
“She is a courageous truth-teller. Her story of living through and walking with grief is powerful. She is modeling authenticity and honoring her son's life and experience for others in a powerful way.” Nichol Ellis McGregor - Overcomers Approach Podcast
“What makes her message especially moving is her discovery of poetry as a form of connection—an unexpected language that allowed her to stay close to love, even in the midst of absence. Honest, reflective, and quietly courageous, her insights invite listeners to see grief not as something to overcome, but as something to sit with, understand, and gently carry as it transforms over time.” Elsplend Realities Podcast
“Katie cuts straight through the societal stigma surrounding addiction in high-achieving households to deliver a raw, unvarnished look at a parent's worst nightmare. She speaks with a rare, poetic clarity about sudden loss, grief, and the brutal limits of parental control. Katie is articulate, deeply composed, and brings the exact kind of heavy, authentic substance that forces an audience to stop and listen” The Parent Tap
“Her advice was practical and logical and the way she describes grief is unique and I certainly could resonate with her ideas. I know her work will be enjoyed by so many!” Angela Clement Awaken Your Soul's Journey Podcast
“Katie has a wonderful story… if i were to put a title it I think I would have to declare, "The pen is mightier than victimhood” - Richard Tierney from the podcast Trauma Recovery Anonymous
“Her “trimesters of grief” framework gave me language for what my body and mind were already doing after loss. This is the book I wish I could hand to every parent who has just gotten the call; it stands beside Beautiful Boy as its necessary, devastating counterpart.” Kristin Seeberger - grief coach @ LITT - support group for parents and siblings who have lost someone to addiction
“In her poignant manuscript, Katie Rizzo shares the heart-wrenching journey of losing her son to a drug overdose. With raw honesty and profound insight, she guides readers through the three trimesters of grief, capturing the depth of her emotions and the love she holds for her son and family. Her reflections on the support she received, as well as the moments of frustration that come from a culture that knows so little about how to deal with such profound loss are very relatable for anyone grappling with loss. The inclusion of her own poetry adds a beautiful dimension and powerful enhancement to the work. This powerful book is a must-read for anyone navigating grief, offering both solace and hope in a way that is profound and meaningful. “ Angela Clement from Awaken Your Soul’s Journey, Embracing Grief as Pathway to Transformation Podcast
