Actor.
Author.
Storyteller.
Meet James
James W. LaVeck is an independent filmmaker, published author, and stage performer. Whether he’s on screen, on stage, or on the page, his mission is the same: to tell stories that inspire transformation.
Featured Work
Coming Soon: James W. LaVeck stars in Beach Chain, a psychological thriller set on a mysterious beach where strangers must unravel the chain that binds them — literally. He is also currently developing a gritty urban drama exploring redemption and purpose.
Books That Inspire Healing and Growth
Discover practical and powerful resources to help you navigate grief, rediscover purpose, and reclaim joy.
James W. LaVeck has published three books concentrating on the grief journey. Life After Losses is a poignant memoir about his life and losing two spouses by the time he was 47. Moving Past Grief is a collection of stories and strategies to help in the healing process. Finally, Grief Recovery for Adults is a comprehensive guide toward healing, focused on the reader’s journey and the introduction of the PURPOSE framework to find a renewed life, with purpose.
“This book addressed so many topics related to exactly what I am feeling with suggestions to tolerate the terrible anxiety attacks, sleep issues, just everything I still struggle with 19 months since my loss. I will be rereading this for years.” — Verified Reader on Amazon, ★★★★★
Let’s Connect
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