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The Sun Still Shines: How a Brain Tumor Helped Me See the Light Paperback – November 7, 2015

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In a candid and witty memoir, Jodi recounts how her life was transformed when, as a thirty-three-year-old wife and mother, she was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. Unwilling to accept her new fate, Jodi's family searches for a doctor who will join their fight against the odds. But when the surgery that could save her life thrusts her into battle with a devastating spinal fluid leak and facial paralysis, even her own children fear her new appearance and physical failings. Jodi perseveres, even with an injured body and spirit. Interweaving the inspiring, provoking, and sometimes disturbing, Jodi reveals the hells and highs of her journey as she fights for hope and purpose—and life.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Fulfill Publishing (November 7, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0996944907
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0996944908
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.58 x 9 inches
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    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 949 ratings

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Jodi Orgill Brown is inspired by people who live fulfilled lives in spite of their struggles. She loves spending time with her muses, namely, her husband Tolan and their four children, Trenden, Lindi, Casen, and Daven. Favorite outing locations include Hebgan Lake, Montana, Hawaii's North Shore, the rolling hills of Virginia, the Weber River Parkway Trail, and even her own backyard. When she is not writing, reading, or enjoying family time, you'll find Jodi visiting neighbors or having lunch with a girlfriend on 25th Street in Ogden.

She loves learning principles through analogies and she discovers inspiration all around her, from nature, stories, friends, and especially from her children.

Jodi holds a Bachelor's degree in communications from Brigham Young University, a Master of Science in organizational communication and leadership from the University of Utah, and is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE).

She resides in northern Utah with her husband and four children.

To learn more about the author, visit her at www.authorjodibrown.com

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To book Jodi as a keynote speaker, consultant or presenter, please contact jodi@jodiobrown.com

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the story inspirational, heartwarming, and thought-provoking. They describe the book as well-written, comprehensive, and a page-turner. Readers also say the story is emotional, full of love, and honest about feelings. They praise the author as amazing and beautiful.

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Customers find the story inspirational, heartwarming, and thought-provoking. They say it's good for the soul and shows the great courage that Jody had through this terrible ordeal. Readers also mention they are touched by her story and faith.

"...I'm so glad someone chose it! It is filled with heart warming courage...." Read more

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Customers find the story quality amazing, comprehensive, and touching. They say it's a page-turner that grips them from page one and keeps them reading through the last page. Readers also mention the author is amazing.

"...This is very well-written book filled with small bites of wisdom that you don't fully notice until you get to the end and you find yourself in tears...." Read more

"...Still Shines: How a Brain Tumor Helped Me See the Light" a fascinating but difficult read...." Read more

"...The book is easy to read, I was amazed at the depth and descriptions...." Read more

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Customers find the story heartfelt, emotional, and full of love. They appreciate the depiction of loving, loyal, patient family and friends. Readers also say the author is honest about her feelings and challenges. They mention the book humbles them, makes them cry, and makes them realize compassion, determination, and family love.

"...But the depiction of loving, loyal, patient family and friends was the bright spot in this true struggle to hold on..no matter how traumatic..to the..." Read more

"...I read it straight through in about 4 hours. Such an emotional story of overcoming a supposedly inoperable brain tumor, followed by a spinal fluid..." Read more

"...This book humbled me, made me cry and made me realize how compassion can go a long ways. It is a must read! Thank you Jodi, for sharing your story!" Read more

"...She is honest about her feelings and the challenges she faced and gives insights to relating to others with difficult physical problems...." Read more

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Customers find the author amazing, saying she has a gift for details and beautifully expresses herself. They also say the book is full of love for family, friends, and faith.

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"...Jodi's book is full of LOVE (for and from family, friends, and faith), LESSONS (on faith, hope, tolerance, endurance,kindness,and service), and LIFE..." Read more

"Amazing woman! Amazing strength! Amazing writing!I must warn you, you will need many boxes of tissue before you sit down...." Read more

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Customers find the book beautiful and powerful. They appreciate the amazing details that give clarity to what's really important. Readers also appreciate the view of how people supported the author.

"...Much love to you. I visited your websites as well and was touched by how beautiful you are...." Read more

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"Very good view of how people supported the author in her time of crisis. However. it is a tear-jerker...Be ready." Read more

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Never give up hope and the power of what a genuine support system is capable of
This book was an amazing reminder that In life's darkest moments, hope is the guiding light that leads us through. It's a beacon that reminds us to persevere, for every challenge is temporary. Through it all, our friends, family, and loved ones stand as pillars of strength, reminding us that we are never alone in our journey. Jodi brought every page to life with enough detail to feel as if I was standing with her on her journey. Wonderful read that was full of barriers and challenges that she always found a way through or around.
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5.0 out of 5 stars So glad I read this!
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2024
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This book was on my book club assigned list. I'm so glad someone chose it! It is filled with heart warming courage. I would highly recommend it for anyone who has faced challenges, either for themselves or with someone they love.
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Susan L-W
5.0 out of 5 stars I Was In Tears At The End
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2017
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A sobering story that reminds us how quickly our circumstances can change and how meaningful a small act of kindness and show of support can be. We all know that we tend to overlook things we see every day and take for granted what we always have... but it doesn't really sink in until we experience great loss. The greatest fear for most of us is aging and losing control of our bodies. Health and wellness are gifts that could easily fade with time or change in an instant. This is very well-written book filled with small bites of wisdom that you don't fully notice until you get to the end and you find yourself in tears. Thank you, Jodi, for having the courage to share your story. My father currently has Glioblastoma (stage 4 brain cancer); his is inoperable and radiation / chemo have done the most they can do, so we know there's an unknown, but limited amount of time... still, I appreciate that I've been fully present in my loving relationship with him for some years now and we still meet weekly for our video chats and joke with each other like we always do. Your story resonated for me... and was a reminder that the small things we could do or say or share with others, that we may not think much of, may actually mean the world to them and make all the difference. Much love to you. I visited your websites as well and was touched by how beautiful you are. I'm happy to see you've used your experiences to start a new, meaningful path of helping others through motivational speaking.
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Deborah Glad
4.0 out of 5 stars A book that will make you more grateful for your life.
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2019
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I found "The Sun Still Shines: How a Brain Tumor Helped Me See the Light" a fascinating but difficult read. The horrendous struggle to survive a rare brain tumor left me simultaneously exultant, and, distraught. I am definitely not a fan of the medical industry as it exists today, and the fact that experienced surgeons didn't discover the fairly common reason for Jodi's close brush with death sooner left me even angrier with medical 'experts.' But the depiction of loving, loyal, patient family and friends was the bright spot in this true struggle to hold on..no matter how traumatic..to the miracle of life. Inspiring account of survival against almost impossible odds.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very uplifting story of overcoming adversity
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2017
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I had lost a cousin Feb 2017 to Brian cancer when I came across this book a few weeks later. Thought it would maybe give me some insight to the loss of my cousin. Little did I know that it was going to be more about someone else's struggle with a similar diagnosis but a different outcome which included survival. I appreciate your honesty and the lessons learned through it all. I feel as though I was there cheering you on and wondering the whole time if there was light at the end of the tunnel for you. Unlike most you chose to make the best of a horrible situation thanks to your dear friend and confidant! I am enlightened by reading your story and the pain you had to deal with from strangers, people can be so cruel and I can only hope that by reading your story that I can show more compassion to others I come across and instead of wondering what happened to them show them kindness when someone else may stare or make fun of their disability. We never truly know what someone else has gone through until we have walked in their shoes. You truly are blessed beyond belief with such a loving family & friends.
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LuAnne Kingston
5.0 out of 5 stars Authentic and articulate read of Jodi’s story
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2024
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Jodi’s storytelling of her personal journey brings you along in a way that touched me. Her fight and the support of her family and medical team are inspiring.
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Michele W.
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring!
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2017
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Jodi is a true inspiration and her faith in God really does "Shine"! The book is her personal account and journey of how a brain tumor changed her, physically, mentally and spiritually.
The book is easy to read, I was amazed at the depth and descriptions. I felt as though I was an observer in her life and it wasn't just a peek, she doesn't hold back. The good, the bad and the ugly, it is laid out on the table for the reader to digest and sort out.

The word Survivor doesn't begin to describe Jodi. She is so much more. The love and support from her family and friends along with her faith shows the depth as how miracles can happen.

This book would be good for people experiencing their own tests in life. It came across as a deep faith in God without being "preachy". I would also highly recommend it to any caregivers (including friends and family) that take care of patients on daily basis. Jodi gives a straightforward account of how it feels to be totally reliant on others.
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Julie F.
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written account of overcoming incredible challenges!
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2016
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This is one of the most amazing stories that I have ever read! It is the account of a
beautiful young mother of four who was forced to face terrible health challenges that most of us cannot even imagine. She writes with incredible candor about her fears, weaknesses, and sadness as well as the power of faith, love, and family to help to survive the worst experiences that life can give us. It captured me from the first pages and I could not put it down!. I was so inspired by Jodi's courage and determination to live, and then to resume her life of serving and lifting others. She teaches us that we each have a gift and we can use it to reach out and help others, even if with small and simple acts of kindness. Thank you for sharing this beautiful and powerful message!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 21, 2021
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Don't get me wrong but thoroughly enjoyed this book.
How conscious we should be of the still small voice and obey His instructions. Whatever falls our way He knows us through and through. Gives encouragement when the road is very tough and hangs onto us through it all. What a loving, sympathetic God & Father we have.
What a testimony to share with others. I didn't have brain surgery just open heart surgery which resulted in only half being done and a stroke on the operating table. But Praise God I'm home and able after a fashion to look after myself with the help of my children.
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Joyce
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful testimony of God grace and human love
Reviewed in Canada on March 21, 2017
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I was greatly touched by this book and encouraged by her view on how to deal with what life may throw at you. God is good and everyday he proves it. God bless your wonderful family. What a great husband and family
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Sarah
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring
Reviewed in Australia on March 4, 2017
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What an amazing women. Im so pleased I had the opportunity to read about Jodi's journey and her incredible experience. We all take the life we have for granted, including our family and friends and it's something I will try hard not to do again. Thank you for sharing your story.
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JoeNI
5.0 out of 5 stars Brutal and honest struggles of life.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 9, 2017
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Poignant statement : "Survivor is a duplicitous word. For outsiders, the word means conqueror and victor. For those that share the title, it means something else altogether. For some, it means death knocked on their door and they answered with a fight. For me, the battle had already dragged on and I accepted what those around me had not: death was not a bad option. If you have lived a good life, the hardest part in accepting death lies in knowing those you love don’t want you to die. They will be the ones to suffer when the sufferer finds relief. Living can be a difficult state of life."
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Sieg
5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing story of how God helps.
Reviewed in Canada on March 8, 2017
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What can I say. I was inspired by the story that Jodi writes. I am still amazed how God helped her in the most difficult situations of life.
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