Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are these real stories, or are they made up?

They are real. Every account comes from a single real contributor who volunteered their experience. We never invent voices or create composite characters.

Q: Are the books medical advice?

No. They are collections of personal experience offered as companion reading, not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Q: How many stories are in each book?

Every volume contains fifty single-author testimonies arranged into eight themed parts, including a part dedicated to the honest, harder outcomes.

Q: What formats do I get, and what can I read them on?

Each purchase includes a print-quality PDF and a reflowable EPUB for e-readers and phones such as Kindle, Apple Books, and Kobo. Both are DRM-free.

Q: How do I receive my book after I buy it?

Instantly. You can download your files from the order-confirmation screen the moment payment clears, and a copy is also emailed to you.

Q: Can I read a sample before I buy?

Yes. Each book page shows interior preview pages including the contents and a sample spread, and you can explore many topics free in our Reading Room.

Q: Can I contribute my own story?

Yes. Future volumes are built from readers willing to share their experience. You decide how you are credited, including anonymously, and you approve the final text.

What does Healing Stories Network publish?

We publish digital anthologies of first-person patient testimony, organised by health topic. Each book gathers fifty real, individual accounts from people who have lived through a particular condition, treatment, or experience, framed by a short, plain-language introduction. You can browse the full Library by category.

Are these real stories, or are they made up?

They are real. Every account comes from a single, real contributor who volunteered their experience, and we never invent voices or stitch several people together into a “composite” character. You can read exactly how we source and edit them on our Editorial Standards page.

Are the books medical advice?

No. These are collections of personal experience, offered as companion reading, not medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or any guarantee of outcome. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional about your own situation. See our full Medical Disclaimer for details.

How many stories are in each book, and how long are they?

Every volume contains fifty single-author testimonies, arranged into eight themed parts that move from first diagnosis through to the longer view, including a part dedicated to the honest, harder outcomes. Each account is a substantial read in its own right, and a complete book runs to the length of a full-sized paperback.

What formats do I get, and what can I read them on?

Every purchase includes two files: a print-quality PDF, best for computers, tablets, and printing, and a reflowable EPUB, best for e-readers and phones such as Kindle, Apple Books, and Kobo, where you can set the text to whatever size suits you. Both are DRM-free and yours to keep.

How do I receive my book after I buy it?

Instantly. The moment your payment clears, you can download your files straight from the order-confirmation screen, and we also email a copy to the address you used at checkout, so your books are always within reach. There is nothing physical to wait for.

Can I read a sample before I buy?

Yes. Each book's page shows interior preview pages, including the contents and a sample spread, so you can get a feel for the writing and the design before deciding. You can also explore the themes of many topics for free in our Reading Room.

Do you sell printed books?

Not at present. Everything we publish is digital, which keeps our catalogue affordable and available instantly, anywhere in the world. You are, of course, welcome to print your own PDF copy for personal use.

What topics do you cover?

Our catalogue spans 600 health topics across more than fifty categories, from heart health, cancer, and diabetes to mental health, chronic illness, fertility, and far more. The easiest way to find your subject is to browse the Library.

I cannot find my exact condition. What should I do?

We are adding titles regularly, so it is worth checking back, and a related collection may already cover your experience. If you cannot find what you are looking for, write to us at support@healingstoriesnetwork.com and we will happily point you in the right direction or note the topic for a future volume.

Can I get a refund?

Because our products are digital and delivered instantly, refunds are handled a little differently from physical goods. Please read our Refund Policy, and if something has gone wrong with your order, contact us, we will always do our best to make it right.

Can I share a book, or give one as a gift?

Your files are for your own personal use, and we trust readers to respect the work that goes into them rather than redistributing them. If you would like to give a book to someone, the kindest way is to buy them their own copy, which also supports the contributors and the next volume.

Can I contribute my own story?

We would be honoured. Future volumes are built from readers willing to share what they have lived through. You decide how you are credited, including remaining anonymous, and you approve the final text. See our Share Your Story page to find out how.

How do I get help with my order?

Email us any time at support@healingstoriesnetwork.com with your order details, or use our Contact page, and a member of our team will get back to you.