Susan Brownell is the Founder of the SanctuaryForCancerCaregivers.com website. Over a consecutive eight-year period her mother, father, step-mother and step-father, all were diagnosed with cancer. She also helped care for other ill and elderly family members over the years. She struggled with the stress and exhaustion of caregiving. She knows the pain and the heartbreak. She knows the physical and emotional toll caregiving takes. Susan has written two books and several articles on caregiving. She has been interviewed by a national magazine and a national radio station regarding her role as a caregiver. She understands the importance of caregivers taking care of themselves. Because she feels so strongly about the impact of a positive attitude, Susan is also a contributing author to several other inspirational books. Susan believes everyone could use a healthy dose of encouragement and inspiration to get them through the tough times. She loves writing inspirational and encouraging self-help books. She also enjoys writing humorous books and children's books. Watch for future releases in those areas. Susan believes we are all put on this earth to help each other. Susan provides that in her writing with inspiration and encouragement, as well as through humor and creativity, when appropriate.