Praise for Eucatastrophe "A poignant journey through the wide-ranging effects of depression that beautifully blends humor with hard-won insight...compusively readable. Verdict: Get it!"—Kirkus Review "This evocative and transformative memoir stands as a must-read for those who seek hope, healing, and personal growth." —Publishers Weekly "Gritty, determined, and hard-hitting, Eucatastrophe is both hard to put down and determinedly pointed in its life journey." —Midwest Book Review "Eucatastrophe is an ambitious, resonant memoir about mental health challenges in all of their many facets." —Foreword Clarion "Eucatastrophe is a deeply introspective and surprisingly humorous meditation on the nature and impact of mental health issues, healing, and hope." —Independent Book Review "Loved it! A book that reminds us of the deep interconnection between mind and body, and the importance in why and how we tell stories." —Reedsy Review "Eucatastrophe is a heartfelt and courageous exploration of mental health struggles and recovery, blending raw vulnerability with literary richness." —IndieReader Selected as NYC's Debut Author of 2025 A high school teacher touches upon everything from literature and psychology to theology and philosophy in an attempt to make sense of his depression in this inspirational work of nonfiction. Eucatastrophe is a powerful, real-life creative nonfiction that chronicles Josh Bottomly's extraordinary journey of overcoming a life-threatening illness. In this heartfelt narrative, Josh shares how he faced a crisis that almost claimed his life, only to emerge stronger and more vibrant. His story is filled with humor, deep insights, and a renewed passion for living. Publishers Weekly "This evocative and transformative memoir stands as a must-read for those who seek hope, healing, and personal growth." (starred review) Kirkus Review "A poignant journey through the wide-ranging effects of depression that beautifully blends humor with hard-won insight." Independent Book Review " Eucatastrophe is a deeply introspective and surprisingly humorous meditation on the nature and impact of mental health issues, healing, and hope." Midwest Book Review "Gritty, determined, and hard-hitting, Eucatastrophe is both hard to put down and determinedly pointed in its life journey." Foreword Clarion " Eucatastrophe is an ambitious, resonant memoir about mental health challenges in all their many facets." This is my debut book. I wrote the book because writing has always offered me an outlet for meaning-making and self-expression. Over the four years that I wrote the book, I discovered more than anything this indissoluable truth: the healing was in the writing . For me at least, shaping words around the shape of my trauma helped me make sense of things. I hope the same for you. May you find the courage and strength to tell your whole story too, no matter how wolfhowling painful it is, and I hope that in telling your whole story, you too find healing. Grace and peace, my friend. At the heart of this book is a simple theme: Bad things happen. Hold on. The eagles are coming. "Eucatastrophe is an ambitious, poignant memoir about mental health challenges in all their many facets." - Foreword Clarion "A poignant journey through the wide-ranging effects of depression that beautifully blends humor with hard-won insights." Kirkus Review "Eucastrophe is a deeply introspective and surprisingly humorous meditation on the nature and impact of mental health issues, healing, and hope." Independent Book Review "Loved it! A book that reminds us of the deep interconnection between the mind and body, and the importance in why and how we tell stories." Reedsy Review "Eucatastrophe is an inspiring book that is a must-read for anybody interested in mental health, personal development, or personal resilience and recovery stories." Publishers Weekly "Gritty, determined, and hard-hitting, Eucatastrophe is both hard to put down and determinedly pointed in its journey." Midwest Book Review Josh Bottomly is a seasoned storyteller and long-time educator. He holds a B.A. in English Education and M.A. in English Literature. Josh resides with his wife and son in Oklahoma.