When I tell people I meet that I write and edit articles for a magazine and website about cancer, sometimes I notice a pause, followed by an attempt to change the subject. But other times, the person pays greater attention, leans in and asks what it is I really do. That’s when I hear of an aunt or a friend who is a cancer patient or survivor. Sometimes, people will share stories about their own cancer diagnosis or of people they’ve lost to the disease.
More times than not, I find if you give people the room to talk about cancer, conversations and experiences will fill the space. And with an estimated 15.5 million cancer survivors in the United States—each with his or her own story and perspective—that should come as no surprise.
To create a safe place for these conversations, Cancer Today is kicking off a book club for cancer patients, caregivers, survivors, advocates and others who want to join in on the discussion. Each quarter, we will choose a book that provides a unique take on the cancer experience—whether by illuminating a complex scientific topic or describing a common survivor experience or challenge.
We encourage readers to discuss the book on our Facebook group. At the end of every quarter, the author of the selected book will join us for a Facebook Live discussion to talk with readers and answer their questions.
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