The Author
Writing the Life Stages Financial Guides
Donna Jean Kendrick® never set out to be an author—but when life handed her a story, she chose to write it.
Her first book, A Guide to Widowhood: Navigating the First Three Years, became an Amazon bestseller because it offered a voice of understanding and guidance during one of life’s most difficult transitions. It speaks to the overwhelming fog of grief, the financial decisions that often feel impossible, and the courage it takes to keep moving forward.
Since then, Donna has expanded the series into the Life Stages Financial Guides, a growing collection of honest, practical books designed to support readers through significant life changes—from remarriage and blended families to caregiving, estate planning, and beyond.
These aren’t just financial handbooks. They are emotional roadmaps. Donna writes each one with the intention of providing wisdom, compassion, and clarity—so readers feel less alone and more empowered in whatever chapter they’re facing.
Her books can be found wherever books are sold. To explore the full series, click [here].
The Book Series
A Guide for Widowhood
A Guide for Widowhood is here to help through the first days, weeks and months of widowhood… and the years to follow.
A Guide for Blended Families
A Guide for Blended Families is an essential resource for anyone grappling with the challenges of merging families with varying financial backgrounds.
The Divorce Money Map
The divorce map and workbook for taking control of your finances before, during, and after divorce.
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"I took a deep breath… Literally. And in a breath decided to recreate my career and make sure that I could help men and women in widowhood make better financial decisions."
-Donna Jean Kendrick®