📚 Recommended Books
The books listed below have been written by patients, partners, caregivers, and advocates who have experienced prostate cancer firsthand.
Their perspectives, experiences, and lessons learned may provide additional support as you navigate your own journey.
Inclusion on this page does not constitute an endorsement. These resources are shared to help families discover a variety of perspectives and experiences.
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Books for Partners & Caregivers
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What Men Won't Talk About... and Women Need to Know
A Woman's Perspective on Prostate Cancer
Why it may be helpful:
Written from a partner's perspective, this book explores many of the questions, concerns, and challenges women face while supporting a husband through prostate cancer.
Author: Glenda Standeven
Glenda Standeven is an author and inspirational speaker who lost her entire right leg, including her hip and pelvis, to chondrosarcoma in 1988.
She is the author of I Am Choosing to Smile: The Inspirational Life Story of a Bone Cancer Survivor and What Men Won't Talk About... and Women Need to Know: Prostate Cancer from a Woman's Perspective.
After navigating her husband's prostate cancer journey, Glenda wrote this book to help other couples facing similar challenges.
"We learned so much about prostate cancer the hard way, so I wrote this book to help other couples who are also on the prostate cancer journey."
Website:
www.glendastandeven.com
Contact:
glendastandeven@gmail.com
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Standing Beside Him
Debra Othman
Coming Soon
A practical guide created specifically for partners and spouses navigating the prostate cancer journey.
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Books for Patients and Families
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Prostate Cancer: Understanding the Diagnosis and Its Treatment
Dr. Fred Saad & Dr. Michael McCormack
One of Canada's most widely distributed prostate cancer educational books. This resource helps patients and families understand diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, and survivorship.
Available through Prostate Cancer Foundation Canada Reef Knot Kits.
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Prostate Cancer Strikes: Navigating the Storm
Gogs Gagnon
Written by prostate cancer survivor and advocate Gogs Gagnon, this book shares personal experiences, practical guidance, and encouragement for patients and families facing prostate cancer.
Available through Prostate Cancer Foundation Canada Reef Knot Kits.
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Future Resources
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Additional books and resources recommended by patients, partners, caregivers, support group leaders, and healthcare professionals will be added as they are reviewed.