All Shining in the Spring
The Story of a Baby who Died
(Author) Siobhan Parkinson5-year-old Matthew is looking forward to the new baby. Then there is sad news. The doctor tells Matthew's parents that the baby is not growing properly inside its mother and will not be able to live after it is born. Written by the author to help her own son cope with the death of their new baby at birth, All Shining in the Spring is a child-centred book. It will help children and families deal with the feelings and questions which the death of a baby raises.
Siobhan Parkinson
Siobhan Parkinson was an Irish author best known for her novel "Bruised", which won the Irish Children's Book Award. Her literary style was characterized by empathy and insight into the human experience. Parkinson made significant contributions to literature by championing diverse voices and tackling important social issues in her work.
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