Chicago author Charese David is set to release her photography keepsake book, No Coincidence: Hearts Found Along the Way, on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The book documents David's discovery of heart-shaped images in everyday settings following the deaths of her parents, and it extends an invitation to readers to find personal meaning in life's unexpected moments.
The story begins on October 13, 2018, when David attended her niece's wedding and felt her father's absence deeply. The following day, while reviewing photographs from the celebration, she noticed a heart-shaped image on the church wall. To David and her family, it felt like a sign from her father, a reminder that his love remained present. That discovery changed how she saw the world. Hearts began appearing in nature, in everyday objects, and even in the remains of a shredded dog toy. As David writes in the book, "I don't look for hearts; they just appear."
In 2024, after her mother's passing, another remarkable moment occurred. While opening a bottle of wine at her mother's memorial, David discovered a heart in the center of the cork. For her, it was another deeply comforting reminder of love and connection. Two parents. Two goodbyes. Two unexpected hearts.
What distinguishes No Coincidence from a simple collection of heart photographs is the invitation behind them. David is not asking readers to believe what she believes. Instead, she encourages them to slow down, notice their surroundings, and find their own meaning in life's unexpected moments. Whether someone sees a heart, hears a familiar song, or experiences another personal sign, the meaning belongs to them. Her discoveries have already inspired others to share photographs of hearts and stories of signs they have experienced.
The book's launch event will take place on November 11 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Le Sud Mediterranean Kitchen, located at 2301 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618. David will share the photographs and personal experiences that inspired the book. More information is available at https://NoCoincidenceBook.com.
The implications of this announcement extend beyond the book itself. For readers navigating grief, No Coincidence offers a gentle reminder that love and connection can be found in unexpected places. In a time when many people seek reassurance and positivity, David's message provides a framework for processing loss that does not require adherence to any particular belief system. By encouraging readers to notice what matters to them personally, the book may help others develop their own practices of remembrance and comfort.
David is a Chicago-based author, photographer, and real estate broker with more than 20 years of experience. Inspired by the unexpected hearts she discovered following her father's passing, she created No Coincidence to share messages of hope, comfort, and connection. The book's release and launch event mark a new chapter for David as she brings her personal journey to a wider audience.
