“When I was asked to write an endorsement for a book about mental health for Christians, I admit I was a little nervous. But within a few pages, author Carlene Hill Byron put my fears to rest. With humor, empathy, and determination, Byron presents her own struggles and experiences, along with those of others, and gives practical guidance on how to not only support those with mental illness but also recognize the unique gifts that they bring to Christian community. Not Quite Fine should be required reading for pastors and all churchgoers.”
~Jessica Kantrowitz
"In this much-needed book, Carlene Hill Byron gets to the roots of the problem and offers a hopeful vision for the church to take up the mantle of love by stepping into difficult places to come alongside those who are struggling. Not Quite Fine is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to transform the church into a place known for the kind of love and support we all so desperately need.”
~Harold G. Koenig
“I will keep this book readily available for the rest of my life—for my mental health and the mental health of others! Carlene Hill Byron writes with enticing beauty supported with facts and evidence. You will get value from reading it for minutes or hours. The text is full of wisdom for anyone who cares for or about those who struggle."
~Barbara Hemphill
“Carlene Hill Byron brings the skill of an educator, the passion of an advocate, and the grounded wisdom of someone who lives with mental illness to offer a wise, poignant, and immensely practical guide to all who seek to ameliorate the mental health crisis that surrounds us."
~Warren Kinghorn
“Not Quite Fine is timely and practical. It informs the reader with an engaging answer to the question, Where is it safe to suffer? It challenged me to think through mental health issues, and it is a compelling book for friends and other loved ones."
~Wendy Clark
“Carlene Hill Byron wants the church to know there are a whole lot of us sitting in the pews dealing with mental health challenges. Her warmth, insight, and call to mature faithfulness will encourage every one of us to be more fully present in community, just as we are, even when we’re not quite fine.”
~Michelle Van Loon
