Books

Written in the spirit of “Dead Man Walking,” this book by Antoinette Bosco conveys both the powerful personal experience of a mother whose son was murdered and a wealth of information about the criminal justice system in America. (Orbis Books, 2001) For more information, or to read an excerpt, visit her website.

What To Do When the Police Leave by Bill Jenkins is filled with simple, frank and useful advice vital to families suffering a traumatic loss. This book is a victim’s voice speaking to victims offering help in the face of helplessness. The author shares expert advice, lists helpful resources demystifies legal and medical jargon, and affirms hope in the midst of tragedy. Bill Jenkins is a professor of Speech and Drama at Virginia Union University. Since the tragic shooting of his son he has…