A YEAR WITH C - Claire James - Bog

As she faced a future of treatment, surgery, and uncertainty upon her diagnosis with Breast Cancer aged 31, Claire turned to creativity for its healing powers. Finding strength in words and pictures alike, the young woman started a creative journal which became an outlet as each day brought new physical and emotional challenges. Through vibrant sketches that documented this difficult time paired with affirming captions alongside them; Claire found solace in art form during her journey toward recovery.
Claire's journey through 2022 has been beautifully documented in her sketchbook, an artwork all on its own. This powerful piece captures the struggles of cancer and how it affects day-to-day life and those moments we can all relate to. Her sketches offer a unique perspective that words alone could never express - come join Claire on this remarkable adventure.
She has created a unique way of sharing her experiences with cancer, by creating art that provide an insightful and honest look into the day-to-day aspects of her life that many of us can relate to. She allows her readers to better understand her journey and how she has managed it by using pictures in place of words.
These images allow us to connect with her on a much deeper level, since they are far more expressive than any amount of words ever could be. The beauty in these paintings not only helps give a greater understanding of Claire's story, but also shines a light on the everyday moments we often take for granted. Through her pictures, Claire opens a beautiful window for us - offering us an intimate glance into all she is going through with grace and strength.
C is more than a letter--it's a symbol of courage, strength, and hope that one brave soul named Claire embodied while fighting cancer. With artistry, she created 'A Year With C' to honour her journey - but its impact reaches far beyond her own story; it provides support for friends, family members, or total strangers who need an extra dose of inspiration in their lives. This book will remain as evidence long into the future: there truly is power in living with heart!
31% of the profits will be donated to Breast Cancer Care to represent the 31 women who die each day from secondary breast cancer.