Finalist
Book Title: The Cancer Parent's Handbook, What Your Oncologist Doesn't Have Time to Tell You
Author:Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree
Published:2025
How is your book helping others?
TCPH was written to help parents of kids with cancer who are thrown into the terrifying, overwhelming world of childhood cancer, one where there’s no manual, just shock, medical jargon, and impossible decisions. It's the first guidebook of its kind, and is desperately needed by the 400,000 families diagnosed this year.
I began writing TCPH when my own child was in treatment to help parents navigate their new normal. It contains practical tips, clever tactics, and the honest advice they need to survive the marathon of pediatric cancer while maintaining their role as a strong parent. From how to advocate with your care team, to wrangling hospital schedules, to carving out moments of self-care, it’s compassionate guidance and actionable strategies from someone who’s lived it.
Written in collaboration with oncologists and nurse practitioners, with a foreword by Dr. Dahl. Reviews say TCPH helps parents feel seen, less alone, more in control, and most importantly, supported beyond measure.