~ Trade Paperback

A heartwarmingly passionate, and deliciously charming debut novel, Bear Necessity traces how a father and son overcome their grief in surprising ways . . . 

Filled with a delightful cast of characters, Bear Necessity is a refreshingly unpretentious and ultimately uplifting story of a father and son reconnecting in the most unlikely of circumstances that will appeal to fans of Nick Hornby and/or Graeme Simsion. 

“Gould-Bourn is a perceptive writer who has crafted a moving, sensitive story that is also very funny.  Bear Necessity is a perfect literary antidote to anxious, troubled times." -- Shelf Awareness for Readers