There are many books on divorce, and many of them can be helpful to learn and understand the practical & legal aspects of the dissolution process, to help you get organized, and to plan for a future beyond marriage. While some books are practical, yet others are more emotional or psychological. Also, there are many books on divorce which are age-appropriate for children that help explain general concepts of having two homes, child custody, and parenting time (aka visitation).
Powell’s Books in downtown Portland stocks many of these books, and Amazon.com also has them available for purchase. Also, both allow online browsing and their reviews can be helpful in determining if the books are appropriate for your needs.
Books on Children and Divorce
- In the Name of the Child: A Developmental Approach to Understanding and Helping Children of Conflicted and Violent Divorce, Second Edition by Dr. Janet Johnston Ph.D., Dr. Vivienne Roseby Ph.D., and Dr. Kathryn Kuehnle PhD
- Through the Eyes of Children by Janet R. Johnston, Carla Garrity, Mitchell Baris, and Karen Breunig
- Mothers on Trial: The Battle for Children and Custody by Phyllis Chesler
- Between Two Worlds: The Inner Lives of Children of Divorce by Elizabeth Marquardt
- What About the Kids?: Raising Your Children Before, During, and After Divorce by Judith S. Wallerstein
- Why Marriage Matters, Third Edition: Thirty Conclusions from the Social Sciences by W. Bradford Wilcox
- The Truth About Children and Divorce: Dealing with the Emotions So You and Your Children Can Thrive by Robert Emery
- Putting Children First: Proven Parenting Strategies for Helping Children Thrive Through Divorce by JoAnne Pedro-Carroll
- Helping Your Kids Cope with Divorce the Sandcastles Way by M. Gary Neuman and Patricia Romanowski
Books for Children About Divorce
- My Family’s Changing (A First Look At Series)
- Two Homes
- Dinosaurs Divorce (A Guide for Changing Families)
Organizational Books on Divorce
- Divorce: Think Financially, Not Emotionally: What Women Need To Know About Securing Their Financial Future Before, During, and After Divorce Paperback by Jeffrey A. Landers
- The Divorce Organizer and Planner, 2nd Edition (Kindle eBook) by Brette Sember