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In Loving Memory of Steve Litwer: 1952 - 2024
Steven Ronald Litwer—“Steve”—was born December 19, 1952 in the Bronx Naval Hospital, Bronx, NY to Nathan Litwer and Evelyn Litwer (née...
Nov 1, 20243 min read
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Steve Litwer Named First Runner Up, 2021 Thorpe Menn Literary Excellence Award
I am extremely honored to share with you that I was named First Runner Up for the 2021 Thrope Menn Literary Excellence Award for my book,...
Jan 22, 20222 min read
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Until Death Do Us Part - Marriage Advice From Some of My Clients
I am giving away 10 free copies of my book in July! Enter to win here. I wanted to share some of the marriage advice I was given by some...
Jul 6, 20212 min read
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Reviews for "The Music Between Us - Memoir of a Bedside Musician"
In the month of July I am giving away 10 free copies of my book. If FREE isn't enough to motivate you to enter the giveaway, check out...
Jun 28, 20211 min read
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Guest Appearance on Small Changes Big Shifts Podcast
Hi everyone! I was recently interviewed by Dr. Michelle Robin on the Small Changes Big Shifts podcast and you can now listen to the full...
Jun 25, 20211 min read
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5 Videos that Demonstrate the Power of Music
The Music Between Us - Memoir of a Bedside Musician, at its core, is a book about the power of music and human connection: to share, to...
Jun 7, 20211 min read
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Steve's Musician Highlight: Martin Tallstrom
It's been a few months since I've had a guitar player on this blog. This month's featured artist is Swedish finger picker, Martin...
May 18, 20211 min read
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You're Invited to my Facebook Live!
Join me for coffee on Saturday morning, May 22 to talk about my book, "The Music Between Us - Memoir of a Bedside Musician". My wonderful...
May 15, 20211 min read
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Volunteering in Retirement: 6 Tips for Making an Impact
National Volunteer Week is April 18 – 24. When speaking with folks about my book, “The Music Between Us: Memoir of a Bedside Musician,”...
Apr 14, 20211 min read
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Music as a Vehicle for Healing - Small Changes Big Shifts Podcast
For more than 20 years, Dr. Michelle Robin has been guiding people on their wellness journey. She loves helping people start making those...
Apr 5, 20212 min read
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Mental Health Lifeline & Resources
Last week I shared my experience growing up in a home with a parent that suffered from severe mental health disorders. Roughly five...
Mar 24, 20211 min read
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The Silent Millions: Growing Up in a Family With Mental Health Issues
Many readers of The Music Between Us: Memoir of a Bedside Musician have mentioned that among the book’s themes, the one that seems to...
Mar 15, 20215 min read
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Interview on The Heart of Hospice Podcast
It was an honor to be featured on The Heart of Hospice Podcast this week. Listen to the episode below to hear how a love for music helped me
Mar 5, 20211 min read
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Cream of Smoked Turkey & Wild Rice Soup
This recipe came to life about 10-15 years ago after smoking my own Thanksgiving turkey. Wanting to put the leftover turkey to good use,...
Feb 25, 20212 min read
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8 Books to Help You on Your Journey (Part 2) - Steve's Reading Corner
If you missed Part 1, check it out here. Many themes in The Music Between Us have been addressed by very skilled authors. Some of their...
Feb 11, 20213 min read
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Recent Reviews of The Music Between Us
"[Steve Litwer's] book, The Music Between Us: Memoir of a Bedside Musician isn't just about the music he plays for dying patients,...
Feb 8, 20212 min read
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Interview with NPR's Morning Edition KCUR
It was an honor to talk with Anne Kniggendorf from NPR's Morning Edition on KCUR last week about The Music Between Us, my time...
Feb 1, 20211 min read
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10 Books to Help You on Your Journey (Part 1) - Steve's Reading Corner
Many themes in The Music Between Us have been addressed by very skilled authors. Some of their books are long-time general audience best...
Jan 26, 20214 min read
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Last Comforts - Interview with Author Ellen Rand
Steve interviews Ellen Rand – long-time hospice volunteer, author, public speaker, health care journalist, and patients’ rights advocate....
Jan 26, 20218 min read
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The Music Between Us Reading Guide for Your Book Club
If you're reading The Music Between Us as part of a reading group, this guide is for you. I hope this helps guide your conversation about...
Dec 18, 20202 min read
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