Saved by the Light by Dannion Brinkley. There are many levels to Heaven and purgatory. Dannion is one of the few to reach the higher levels where he meets very advanced Masters. They showed him his life review without judgement, bathed in love, even though he had done some nasty stuff. cont. >>

Peace in the Light by Dannion Brinkley. They also showed visions of what could happen in the future as well as the work he needs to do for healing others. If you ever get a chance, go see one of his lectures. Peace in the Light continues with some more NDEs, lessons learned and the story of a soul aspiring to a higher Path.

Fast Lane to Heaven by Ned Dougherty. The author led a fast life but had Catholic roots that served him well during his NDE. The Blessed Virgin came to him and showed him some remarkable visions regarding terrorism, war and China. Her solution is the rosary, prayer, esp. in groups.

Return from Tomorrow by Dr. George Ritchie and Elizabeth Sherrill. It takes place in WWII, when the author was taken out of his body and shown things by Jesus. The bar scene with the alcohol entities is unforgettable but the most amazing revelation is one man's ability to transcend his imprisonment in a Nazi concentration camp.

Messages from Heaven by Patricia Kirmond. This is actually an ADE book, just replace Near with After. It comes from Heaven's realm in between embodiments. Normally this kind of book has too much room for error. This one rings true with important information however.

Embraced by the Light by Betty Eadie. This is one of the most popular books on NDE for good reasons. She describes the beauty and supreme love of the etheric planes as few have. Her encounter with Jesus shatters her mainstream misconceptions about Him and is worth the price of the book.

My Descent into Hell by Howard Storm. The author was not a happy camper, so much so, he went straight to hell, really purgatory or the astral plane. He was totally disoriented not knowing he needed to call to God. Just fascinating how he finally escapes. This is a new edition and is currently 32% off at Amazon.

Life after Life by Dr. Raymond A. Moody and Elisabeth Kubler-Ross. Dr. Moody is the pioneer and leading authority on NDE research. This 1975 classic investigates numerous accounts showing the similarities that cannot not be easily dismissed. Fascinating stuff.

Closer to the Light by Melvin Morse. From Amazon: ... In hundreds of interviews with children who had once been declared clinically dead, Dr. Morse found that children too young to have absorbed our adult views and ideas of death, share first-hand accounts of out-of-body travel, telepathic communication and encounters with dead friends and relatives.

Transformed by the Light

Transformed by the Light : The Powerful Effect of Near-Death Experiences on People's Lives by Melvin Morse. Dr. Morse chooses to investigate children's stories. They are without guile and believable. A reviewer at Amazon: "I loved this book. A Seattle pediatrician reports on the near-death experiences of children he has treated. As one child explained, she didn't know who the person in the light was; she thought it was Santa Claus."

Destiny of Souls by Dr. Michael Newton. These two books have a very interesting premise, that we form bonds with certain groups of souls either through initial incarnations or karma. We all have a divine plan or similar mission sometimes as well.

Journey of Souls by Dr. Michael Newton. Another word of caution here, because of the use of hypnosis and the limited awareness of souls while in higher planes you can't always take their understanding as gospel. Interestingly, we might have trained to recognize each other down here by certain pre-arranged signs.

The Unquiet Dead by Dr. Edith Fiore. This is not about NDE's but about addicted and barely aware people who after death jump in other people causing the living pyschological problems. Through hypnosis Dr. Fiore goes to the heart of demon possession.

Remarkable Healings by Dr. Shakuntala Modi. This one is also about possession and is an excellent book. Dr. Modi actually challenges and extracts information from the entities in people's bodies. You can't always trust what these disembodied spirits have to say however. So read with discernment.

Testimony of Light by Helen Greaves. This is a story of a soul who has enough devotion and Light to make it to the lower levels of heaven. The episode where she tries to convince an artist he's stuck in a nihilistic self-absorbed lonely place in hell is absolutely amazing.

The Wheel of Eternity by Helen Greaves. This is the sequel to Testimony of Light. Some NDE books are filled with false or half conceived notions due to the authors (while in another plane) limited consciousness. These books have a greater degree of truth than many others.

The Lost Secret of Death: Our Divided Souls and the Afterlife by Peter Novak. Amazon Review: Novak investigates a belief called the Binary Soul Doctrine (BSD) which states simply that humans possess two souls which split at death, the conscious going on to reincarnate again and again, while the unconscious ends up in a type of limbo judging itself for all eternity. He goes on to explain that long ago the BSD was the primary belief of a single world religion, which since has been broken into more and more fragments. However, he claims that twentieth-century findings, including the work of Freud and Jung, as well as findings of modern neuroscience and Near-Death research, has marked a resurgence of belief in the veracity of the BSD. Novak argues—just as those long ago did—that it is essential for humans to integrate these two souls together before death to avoid the nightmare of being split in two at death.

The Life after Death and How Theosophy Unveils It by C. W. Leadbeater. First lines of book: "This subject of life after death is one of great interest to all of us, not only because we ourselves must certainly one day die, but far more because there can scarcely be any one among us, except perhaps the very young, who has not lost (as we call it) by death some one or more of those who are near and dear to us. So if there be any information available with regard "to the life after death, we are naturally very anxious to have it. But the first thought which arises in the mind of the man who sees such a title as this is usually "Can anything be certainly known as to life after death ?""

The Book of the Soul: Rational Spirituality for the Twenty First Century, by Ian Lawton; Review by Reverse Spins--Wherever the father of science, Roger Bacon is right now, he is undoubtedly proud of author Ian Lawton. 800 years ago, Bacon sought to break the back of dogmatism, fanaticism and superstition within the prevalent religion of the day, Catholicism. Bacon was a deeply spiritual man. He wanted to free men from the Inquisitors. He hoped to enlighten mankind and pull Christianity, kicking and screaming, out of the dark ages. There would be a new danger however in the process. People might reject mysticism and spirituality in favor of the new science. But Bacon saw that one day science and religion would merge. The true mystical teachings and universal truths of the World's Religions would one day be verified by the empirical method.The Book of the Soul fulfills such a purpose. I cannot say enough good things about this book. It is the only book I know of that combines all of the latest and past research on NDE's, past-life regression, childhood memories of past lives and between life experiences. It is scientific yet eminently readable. The author lays out an impressive case for the continuation of the soul. ... more ...

Life Before Life: A Scientific Investigation of Children's Memories of Previous Lives; Journal of Scientific Exploration, Reviewed by Michael Levin-- Life Before Life is a highly readable account of the ongoing research at the University of Virginia division of Personality Studies into the fascinating phenomena surrounding past-life recall by children. The basic phenomenon usually involves a young child who talks about the memories of another (adult) person in first-person perspective. In some cases there are predictions or announcing dreams made, respectively by the older person before death and the mother of the child, predicting the transfer of personal identity. Also involved may be unusual play, behavior patterns, specific phobias, and birthmarks/birth defects specifically related to the life and death of the previous personality. Such cases have been found in many parts of the world; the most striking cases involve memories that can be (and in many cases were) checked against independent sources and shown to correspond to an actual deceased person. The far majority of these cases describe ordinary lives (not famous individuals, as often occurs through ‘‘past life recall therapy’’), as well as violent deaths resulting from accidents or various crimes. The investigation of such cases, as described in this book, is carried out in a methodical and impartial manner. The only view that the book assumes is that there is a phenomenon here worthy of study, and that seems amply proven. ... more

Ordered to Return: My Life After Dying by George G., Ritchie (Author), Ian Stevenson (Author) Editorial Review: In December 1943, 20-year-old Army private George Ritchie died of pneumonia. Nine minutes later, he came back profoundly changed. In Ordered to Return, Ritchie briefly retells the story of that strange experience and then tells what happened later, including the real miracles that he has seen in his years of practice as a physician and psychiatrist. Reverse Spins: I have not read this one but I loved his "Return from Tomorrow," which is near the top of this section. Apparently in this one he comes to believe in reincarnation. I don't think he ever mentions the subject in his first book Editor

90 Minutes in Heaven: A True Story of Death & Life, by Don Piper & Cecil Murphey; Reviewed by Reverse Spins: This is a NDE Christian book, well written and very honest. Everyone's experiences in heaven are always colored by their views on earth and on what one is willing to accept. God will show them the highest etheric realities possible, but He will not rattle their world. In other words, the author's experiences were very Christian, falling short of going through the 'Pearly Gates.' But Mr. Piper had a glorious experience in Heaven nevertheless. I was especially moved by the descriptions of music he heard and was even vicerally a part of. But the most important lesson I took away from the book was the power of prayer, not only that, prayers have different levels of efficacy and power. The author was not revived by EMT's (they refused to believe he had come back to life) but by prayer and not just any prayer, an earnest, passionate prayer by a very devout Baptist minister who heard God say to him, "Go pray for that dead man." He was not accustomed to praying for dead people but he responded to this inner voice anyway, thus saving the man's life. Reader beware: you will read of one of the most horrific car accidents ever. The author's recovery tested his faith and will to live. He passed his tests and is alive today. Editor, Reverse Spins.

The Big Book of Near Death Experiences: The Ultimate Guide to What Happens When We Die, by P. M. H. Atwater; Review on Amazon.com by Michael Way: I used to believe that I knew a lot about NDE's and then I read this book! It is, as the Amazon description states, a tour de force. It contains over 400 pages and 30 years of research covering the experiences themselves, the aftereffects, religion, other worlds and the ultimate purpose of life. The author even gives debunkers a chapter, followed by a chapter in which she explains why she thinks they are wrong. This is THE book about NDE's and is a must read for anyone even curious about the near-death experience. It is another book that I wish could be given more than 5 stars. end. Editor: I have not read this one but plan to. The other book that is a definitive study of NDE is "The Book of the Soul" which I reviewed above.

'Crossing Twice' Gives Near Death Experience from Progressive Christian Viewpoint Stirs Far Right Christian New Wire: "... Although almost all reviews of the work have been strongly positive, some conservative groups are giving pause to the message of inclusion and forgiveness as central themes to the experience. "We have had calls from a number of ultra conservative churches who were angry such an account was published," says Rick Setter of Advocate USA Publishing. "Because Dr. Manley did not experience any judgment and reports other faiths being among God's blessed children, they have called the account a work going against Biblical teachings." ..."

New: Visits from Heaven by Josie Varga. Amazon Reviewer: Among the crowded field of after life books, Ms. Varga's stands alone. Offering anecdotal evidence from mothers, fathers, daughters, sons, spouses, lovers and pet parents, this is a must read for any one who has suffered the loss of a loved one---which is everyone. Regardless of your age, your religion, your philosophy of life, the evidence the individuals present here goes beyond wishful thinking, or the ramblings of the grief stricken. Ms. Varga selected these stories with sensitivity and respect for the information each contains and the perspective of the writer's contribution to the literature of hope for heaven.

New: Heaven is for Real: A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back by Todd Burpo, Sonja Burpo, Colton Burpo and Lynn Vincent. Amazon Product Description: Heaven Is for Real is the true story of the four-year old son of a small town Nebraska pastor who during emergency surgery slips from consciousness and enters heaven. He survives and begins talking about being able to look down and see the doctor operating and his dad praying in the waiting room. The family didn't know what to believe but soon the evidence was clear. Colton said he met his miscarried sister, whom no one had told him about, and his great grandfather who died 30 years before Colton was born, then shared impossible-to-know details about each. He describes the horse that only Jesus could ride, about how "reaaally big" God and his chair are, and how the Holy Spirit "shoots down power" from heaven to help us. Told by the father, but often in Colton's own words, the disarmingly simple message is heaven is a real place, Jesus really loves children, and be ready, there is a coming last battle.

New: Real-Life Stories of the Hereafter in New Book from Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.'s 4th Dimension Press-2/2 by Josie Varga, PR.com: Visits to Heaven, the newest release by 4th Dimension Press (an imprint of A.R.E. Press), is the long-awaited follow-up to author Josie Varga’s best-selling Visits from Heaven. This collection of real-life stories of near-death experiences (NDEs) and afterlife communications offers further proof, according to Varga, that there is not just a here, but a hereafter. As each case is unlocked, Varga gives her readers an insider’s view into these phenomena with examples, studies, and stories that include apparitional appearances, deathbed visitations, ghostly encounters, and visits from angels. Throughout the book she shares specific examples from such well known researchers and authors as Bernie Siegel, Mellen Thomas Benedict, Dannion Brinkley, Dr. Melvin Morse, physicist Peter Russell, Dave Tango of Syfy’s Ghost Hunters, and many others. “I have learned many things by writing this book,” Varga said. “I no longer believe that there is life after death. I know. We are spiritual beings having a human experience, not the other way around. My intent in this book is not to convince people that there is a God. Instead I present credible near-death experiences and chapters written by respected experts in the field of NDE research so that readers can arrive at their own conclusions.” ...

1. New The Boy Who Came Back from Heaven: A Remarkable Account of Miracles, Angels, and Life beyond This World by Kevin Malarkey and Alex Malarkey -- Publisher's Description Kevin Malarkey and his six-year-old son, Alex, suffered an horrific car accident. The impact from the crash paralyzed Alex—and medically speaking, it was unlikely that he could survive. “I think Alex has gone to be with Jesus,” a friend told the stricken dad. But two months later, Alex awoke from a coma with an incredible story to share. Of events at the accident scene and in the hospital while he was unconscious. Of the angels that took him through the gates of heaven itself. Of the unearthly music that sounded just terrible to a six-year-old. And, most amazing of all . . . Of meeting and talking to Jesus. The Boy Who Came Back from Heaven is the true story of an ordinary boy’s most extraordinary journey. As you see heaven and earth through Alex’s eyes, you’ll come away with new insights on miracles, life beyond this world, and the power of a father’s love.

1. New: Glimpses of Eternity (Mind Body Spirit) by Raymond Moody; Publisher's Description; Raymond Moody, author of the multimillion copy best-seller, Life After Life, reveals new results from his lifelong investigation of what happens when we die. Raymond Moody revolutionized the way we think about death with his first book, Life After Life, which was stories of people who died and then returned to life. Going through a tunnel, encountering an angelic being or having an out-of-body experience are hallmarks of what Moody termed a 'near death experience.' Since the publication of his multimillion copy best-seller, hundreds of thousands of people have contacted Moody to share their own experiences. The startling pattern that Moody discovered is that at the time of death, loved ones also have inexplicable experiences. Glimpses of Eternity is the first book to talk about the phenomenon of 'shared death experiences.' Readers will discover deathbed moments when entire families see the light or the room changes shape. Others tell of seeing a film like review of a loved one's life and learning things that they could never have known otherwise. The stories are at once a comfort and a mystery, giving us a new understanding of the journey that we will take at the end of our lives.

1. New: Eyewitness to Heaven: A Glimpse Into the Obscure by James Wilburn Chauncey; Publisher's Description: n the mid 1940s James Wilburn Chauncey died of bacterial (Meningococcal) spinal meningitis. He was pronounced dead, covered with a white sheet to await the morgue and cremation. Several hours later, when two housekeepers entered the quarantined room, they were greeted by a most terrifying sight: a seven-year-old boy who was most certainly not dead—at least not anymore. Though he suffered amnesia and couldn't remember anything prior to getting sick, James vividly recalled his experience in paradise while dead. There James was introduced to his three previously deceased siblings and shown a vision of his future and the future of the earth. Though considered a Miracle Boy, few people believed he was actually an Eyewitness to Heaven. The more common response was that the disease has damaged his brain permanently and he was retarded. Ostracized by his brothers and his classmates, James had tremendous problems in school, with his friends, and with life in general. He soon developed anger at Jesus for not taking him back to paradise. Over the next six decades, James remained silent about his experience and created a new personality as a defense mechanism. Finally, after surviving five heart attacks and two terminal cancers, James's daughters broke through and got him to reveal why he was so angry about surviving cancer, and persuaded James to open up about his experience.

1. New: Paranormal: My Life in Pursuit of the Afterlife by Raymond Moody and Paul Perry; Amazon Book Description: From the bestselling author of Life After Life and pioneer researcher and leading authority on near-death experiences comes Paranormal, an intimate look at a lifetime spent fearlessly wrestling with humankind’s most important and perplexing question: What happens when we die? Paranormal begins with a harrowing account of Moody’s suicide attempt—due to an undiagnosed illness that led him into depression—and proceeds to explore his lifelong fascination with life beyond our bodies. Moody traces the roots of his obsession with the point of death and how, at age twenty-three, he launched the entirely new medical field of near-death studies. He went on to explore the world of past lives and possible reincarnation before stumbling into the fascinating realm of facilitated visions. Moody’s rural research center, Theater of the Mind, dramatically advances paranormal research by melding ancient and modern techniques to arouse many of the transformative elements of the near-death experience in people who are still living. After more than four decades of studying death and the possibility of an afterlife, Moody still sees endless promise in the fringes of psychological sciences, where he continues to seek answers to what happens to our souls after death.

1. New: To Heaven and Back: A Doctor's Extraordinary Account of Her Death, Heaven, Angels, and Life Again: A True Story by Mary C. Neal M.D. Amazon Book Description: A kayak accident during a South American adventure takes one woman to heaven — where she experienced God’s peace, joy, and angels — and back to life again. In 1999 in the Los Rios region of southern Chile, orthopedic surgeon, devoted wife, and loving mother Dr. Mary Neal drowned in a kayak accident. While cascading down a waterfall, her kayak became pinned at the bottom and she was immediately and completely submerged. Despite the rescue efforts of her companions, Mary was underwater for too long, and as a result, died. To Heaven and Back is Mary’s remarkable story of her life’s spiritual journey and what happened as she moved from life to death to eternal life, and back again. Detailing her feelings and surroundings in heaven, her communication with angels, and her deep sense of sadness when she realized it wasn’t her time, Mary shares the captivating experience of her modern-day miracle. Mary’s life has been forever changed by her newfound understanding of her purpose on earth, her awareness of God, her closer relationship with Jesus, and her personal spiritual journey suddenly enhanced by a first-hand experience in heaven. To Heaven and Back will reacquaint you with the hope, wonder, and promise of heaven, while enriching you own faith and walk with God.

New: Science and the Afterlife Experience: Evidence for the Immortality of Consciousness by Chris Carter -- Review by By Larry Dossey at |Amazon -- One of the go-to talking points of materialists -- those who believe that consciousness is produced by the brain, like the liver makes bile, and will cease to exist with physical death -- has been that "extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence." This argument is routinely used to dismiss any claim of the survival of consciousness without a hearing. Unless someone who has died re-appears and holds a press conference on the lawn of the White House, any evidence pointing to survival is summarily disregarded. But with the publication of Chris Carter's Science and the Afterlife Experience: Evidence for the Immortality of Consciousness, this bolthole of skeptics has been considerably closed. Carter has emerged as one of the most careful analysts of a body of data that has gradually accumulated for most of the twentieth century. His previous books Parapsychology and the Skeptics and Science and the Near-Death Experience are nightmares for those who believe that the Great Questions -- the origin, nature, and fate of consciousness -- have long been answered. Carter has an intellectual embouchure that is elegant and precise. He has something else as well: a confidence based on an encyclopedic knowledge of the field, filtered through trenchant logic. Carter commands the philosophico-analytical high ground, with undergraduate and master's degrees from the University of Oxford. Carter's book is divided into four parts: Reincarnation, Apparitions, Messages from the Dead, and Conclusions. ...

Short Documentary 'Surviving Death' Talks to Three Near-Death Experiencers-10/12

This is a very well done video follow up story.
Child's Nightmares and Memories Prove Reincarnation-6/1 Fox8 TV, It is being called the most documented case of reincarnation ever. A little boy is able to recall over 50 memories from someone else's life. A World War II Pilot's family believes it is their reincarnated brother based on the child's memories. The boy's story is so compelling, it has been published in a new book called "Soul Survivor." Fox 8's Suzanne Stratford spoke exclusively to the child and his family. ...