Books
A guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Recognized by Diane Sawyer for her groundbreaking advocacy on behalf of crime victims and victims of stalking. Instrumental in shaping early Illinois anti-stalking laws and directly prompting 725 ILCS 5/115-17a to protect crime victims. A nationally recognized survivor-advocate helping people build clarity, strength, and intentional resilience.
Stories that build resilience
Explore Linda Walls’ writing shaped by lived experience, survival, and the urgent need for advocacy. One of her books reflects the realities she has fought through, while the second offers its own distinct perspective—helping readers grow, reflect, and navigate life with greater intention.
Featured Books
Surviving Heartbreak Valley
A powerful, concise summary:
Surviving Heartbreak Valley tells the true story of a mother’s resilience after unimaginable loss. Through advocacy, national media appearances, and legislative impact, Linda rebuilt her life and became a voice for survivors of domestic violence and stalking.
Kimberly D. | Verified Review via GigSalad
April 10, 2019
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Surviving Heartbreak Valley is an emotional and gut wrenching read. Linda does an excellent job of taking the readers along on the journey with her and making you feel as if you were present in the space with her. As Linda shares her experiences leading up to the loss of her 4 children and how she coped in the immediate aftermath, she paints a vivid picture of her experiences as a victim of domestic violence, answering the ago old question of “why didn’t she just leave him?”. Linda allows reader to see her in the most vulnerable position that one can experience and shows readers how she survived one day at a time. She then takes it a step further by providing realistic solutions to combat stalking. I Highly recommend this read to everyone.
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BOOKS WITH DEPTH AND DIRECTION
Linda’s writing is shaped by lived experience, grounded research, and a voice that remains both honest and grounded. Each book carries its own purpose—one emerging from the realities she has survived, and the other offering a distinct path for growth, reflection, and intentional forward movement.
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