A heartfelt children's story about death, grief, love and the memories that live on.

Ozzy and the Empty Chair is the second book in the Spadger & Friends series, gently helping children understand and navigate the difficult emotions that follow the death of someone they love.

Through Ozzy's touching journey following the death of his mum, children are encouraged to explore the 5 stages of grief, denial, bargaining and confusion, anger, feelings of sadness and eventually acceptance, while discovering that there is no right or wrong way to grieve.

Beautifully illustrated and sensitively written, this story helps parents, carers and educators have open and honest conversations with children about death and bereavement, without avoiding the difficult questions.

Above all, Ozzy and the Empty Chair is a story about love, friendship and the precious memories that remain, even after someone has died.

❤️ Why this book is special:

• Helps children understand death and bereavement in an age-appropriate way.

• Encourages children to recognise and express their emotions.

• Explores the different ways we experience grief.

• Provides a gentle starting point for important conversations.

• Offers comfort, reassurance and hope to grieving children and families.

Giving Back: 10% of proceeds will be donated to a grief charity, supporting others navigating bereavement.

📖 Available to pre-order now!

📦 Orders ready for distribution from 31st October 2026.

Spadger & Friends – Little stories for life's big conversations.