Who Do You Turn to When Darkness Falls?

Who do you turn to when darkness falls and the shadows of depression seem insurmountable?

Can a life of faith coexist with sorrow?

How can God use something so painful for good?

These are the questions that Carolyn Kazmierczak has sought to answer in her latest book, When Darkness Falls: Finding Hope and Healing in the Shadows of Depression.

Carolyn Kazmierczak knows what it feels like to cry out to God in silence, to walk through each day feeling invisible, hollow, and exhausted—but still desperate for meaning. Following years of struggling with depression, Carolyn shares her journey and explores the spiritual questions so many silently carry.

In When Darkness Falls, she invites you into her honest and redemptive journey through decades of clinical depression as a believer in Christ.

Blending personal storytelling, biblical teaching, journal prompts, and reflections on Christian thinkers like Spurgeon, Corrie ten Boom, and C.S. Lewis, Carolyn gently guides readers toward the truth that God is near to the brokenhearted—and He does not waste our pain.

Here’s what early readers are saying about When Darkness Falls:

“Carolyn Salmon Kazmierczak, in her book, When Darkness Falls, talks about the painful problem of chronic depression. Carolyn opens up her life to the reader, speaking honestly about the day-to-day life of someone dealing with depression. Using Scripture, she also invites the reader to participate in the healing process through a greater understanding of God and His Word.

She includes a section of encouragement that helps the reader to pause and reflect, journal, and study Scripture. She points out healing solutions through biblical characters and other Christians who have dealt with depression and have found ways to overcome it and live productive Christian lives in spite of it. Carolyn’s voice is encouraging and her words are informative, honest, and helpful. I recommend this book to all who suffer from depression.”

— Denise George, author of 31 nonfiction books
and a teacher with Christian Writers for Life

“With raw humility, Carolyn walks with those suffering from depression, sharing personal stories and introducing other like friends from the Bible. Stumbling together over the rough terrain, she shows her fellow warriors how to fall at the mercy seat of Christ, offering Him accolades for the victories that lead to the sanctuary of God. At every turn, I saw hope on the horizon.”

—Debbie Dickerson
Managing Editor, Mature Living

When Darkness Falls will be released on January 13th and will be available on our website and other retailers.

Pre-order your copy on Amazon here.