Leah Is a Dragonfly Now

A True Story of Grief and Everlasting Friendship

By: Sarah McLean

Narrated by: Gwen Carole

Based on the award-winning animated short film, this poignant, touching, and uplifting picture book about grief reminds us that loved ones never truly leave our side, and that they can even take shape as tiny, little dragonflies.

When Celine’s best friend dies, she decides to wear a dragonfly bracelet to keep her close. After Celine and her family escape a car accident unharmed, she realizes she has lost the dragonfly bracelet. Rattled by the scary and unexpected series of events, Celine determines they must have a guardian angel watching over them.

Dragonflies symbolize transformation from a physical presence to a spiritual one. All too often we lose loved ones only to wonder where they’ve gone and if we’ll ever see them again. In this true story of life, death, and everlasting friendship, Leah Is A Dragonfly Now helps listeners cope with the loneliness, sadness, and anxiety we may feel after someone we love leaves us. Leah, now a dragonfly, reminds her best friend that she will always be by her side, even if she doesn’t see her, and will always be looking out for her.

“Hi, friend. I’m here with you and always will be.”

A heartwarming gift for older children and adults who have suffered loss and want to stay connected to their loved ones.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2024 Sarah McLean (P)2024 Sarah McLean

Sweet story about dealing with death

As a parent, helping my children understand and process death is a big job. This book is a sweet story that handles death in a straightforward but easy-to-process manner. I lost my dad a long time ago - so I tell my kids that when I see butterflies, it's my dad. Now I can tell them our loved ones live on in dragonflies too!

Heartwarming

A very touching story, sweetly written by Sarah McLean and beautifully narrated by Gwen Carole. I'd recommend this book for someone of any age who is dealing with grief and loss.

Touching and Inspiring

A beautiful and poignant story. A wonderful listen for those grieving, past or preset. Lovely narration as well! Highly recommend.

Beautiful Story

This is a beautiful book and is narrated very nicely. I look forward to sharing the story with my nephew.

A beautiful look at grief

I saw the animated version of this and definitely had to hear the audiobook version. Grief is a touchy subject for children and adults alike, and this story handles it so well. As someone who has lost people close to them, this audiobook brought me comfort just as the short animation had. It's a great reminder and great way to honor those we have lost.

A sweet story

This is a wonderfully sweet story that highlights how we can remain connected to loved ones who have died. The story is accessible and enjoyable for people of all ages. The narration is well performed, and the production quality is excellent and even includes immersive sound effects that keep the listener engaged throughout.

Great Book! Great Film

Leah is a Dragonfly now was beautiful, powerful, and very well read. I was so impressed with the narration for this book. If you have a chance, a great combo is to watch the movie after listening to the book. Very cool to see how Sarah McLean visualized this story.

the car crash

it seems at first fantastical but really it just has a fantastic ending

nice read too

Sweet book about grief

Very sweet and reassuring book to help kids experiencing loss at a young age. Great narration, too.

A Beautiful True Story of Love and Grief

I loved listening to Celine and Leah's story. It takes place on Leah's Day, the day of her death which occurred the year before. It's a day that could have ended badly, but actually brings new understandings and insights to Celine, allowing her to move forward and let go. Highly recommend.