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An inspirational and deeply moving Napa Valley debut memoir

A Mother's Extraordinary Journey from Heartbreak to Hope

Welcome to my story.

Decades before becoming a writer, I became Jonny’s mother.

When my son was born with profound disabilities  the life I imagined changed forever. Grief Grit Glory is the story of our family’s journey through heartbreak, faith, advocacy, and enduring love.

Thank you for being here.


Available at the retailers below or wherever books are sold

barnes&noblePowells Indie BooksAmazon

Signed Copies Available

Bring Grief Grit Glory home with a personally signed edition from Pamela Jessup Runner. All books come with a keepsake bookmark and complimentary eBook download for your Kindle or favorite reading device. 

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“One of the fiercest ‘mama bear’ stories I have ever read. I finished the book in one day because I simply could not put it down.” — Donna C.

“Her courage to wrestle through heartbreak and forge ahead on an uncertain path brought tears to my eyes and hope to my soul.” — Sherrie C.

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Podcast: Heartbreak to Hope

Pamela was featured on Kim Stewart's Book Marketing Mania- In this conversation, Kim Stewart and Pamela Jessup Runner discuss the deeply personal journey behind Grief Grit Glory — a memoir shaped by motherhood, disability advocacy, heartbreak, faith, and enduring hope. Pamela reflects on raising her profoundly disabled son, Jonny, the unexpected path from Napa Valley wine to writing, and the lessons learned through grief, perseverance, and unconditional love. 

Featured Book Trailer This short film offers a glimpse into the journey behind Grief Grit Glory and the story that inspired its pages.

Produced by Grant Cowan

Podcast Appearance

I recently joined Book Marketing Mania with Kim Stewart to share the story behind Grief Grit Glory — motherhood, advocacy, faith, heartbreak, and the journey from wine to words

International Readers

I'm grateful to share that GRIEF GRIT GLORY is available internationally

Readers are already finding it in Canada, UK, Sweden and Australia. Please ask your favorite book seller to get you a copy. 

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