Grief, Gratitude & The Gray in Between

165. Navigating Cultural Perspectives on Death: Crafting 'Winter of the Wolf' with Martha Hunt Handler


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Martha Hunt Handler is the award-winning author of Winter of the Wolf, a novel that tells the story of Bean, an empathic and spiritually evolved teenage girl who sets out to discover the truth about the mysterious death of her beloved brother and finds herself on a journey of healing and self-discovery.

The novel is inspired by the death of Martha's best friend's 12-year-old son and covers several important themes, including suicide, grief, spirituality, humans connection to nature, shamanism, and native Inuit culture.

It is an Amazon bestseller and was chosen as a Barnes and Noble Top Indy Pick.

Apart from being a successful author, Martha is an environmentalist and fierce wolf advocate. She serves as the Board President of the Wolf Conservation Center, where 100% of her author proceeds go to support the organization.

https://marthahunthandler.com/

https://nywolf.org/

In this heartfelt episode  I sit down with author Martha Hunt Handler to explore the intricate process of writing her novel, “Winter of the Wolf.” Martha’s journey from a sprawling rural landscape to bustling cities shaped her perspective, and her passion for environmental causes and wolf conservation adds depth to her storytelling.

Themes Explored:

  • Growth Through Loss: Martha’s personal experiences and grief shaped her novel,      mirroring the healing process.
  • Spirituality and Nature: The novel weaves spirituality, shamanism, and our connection to      nature into its fabric.
  • Inuit Culture: Indigenous wisdom and resilience play a vital role.
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