A Light Amidst the Darkness: Illuminating Mental Illness and Suffering is the fourth book of poetry with a focus on mental health written by Gina Capobianco. Her work sheds light on the stigma facing individuals with mental health disorders. Inspired by her lifelong struggle with depression and anxiety, Gina covers a range of mental health topics including living with a mental health disorder, using writing as a healing tool, and the importance of health care providers recognizing and treating mental health issues. Her poetry is honest and heartfelt. She has found healing through writing poetry and aims to share that healing power with readers. Whether you are an individual with a mental health disorder, have a loved one who is suffering, or you treat patients with mental illness, you will find inspiration and hope in this book. [MM1]Consider: recognizing and treating [MM2]Consider: aims to share