The Modern Loss Book in the Media

Will I Be All Right Again in 2021?

By Cate Honzl in My Loss, Personal Essays

In 2019 my mom died. In 2020 we had a family suicide, a botched burial, and a catastrophic pandemic. Now, I’m looking ahead to 2021 — with (gasp!) hope.

The Power of Public Mourning

By Katie Bishop in Features, My Loss

Listeners of the 'Death, Sex & Money' podcast were invited to hold space for their 2020 losses. Here's what happened.

‘Tis the Season for Hot Widower Movie Dads

By Leslie Gray Streeter in Features, My Loss

Apparently, sad dads are sexy and sad moms are a burden. But who am I to complain? Here are my top four.

A Gift Guide for Grievers (and Those Who Love Them)

By Rebecca Soffer in Features, How To, Modern Loss Favorites, My Loss

From ego-boosting apparel to frame-worthy puzzles to an instant community, these gifts say ‘I know the holidays are rough, and I'm here for you.'

‘Don’t Forget This Happened’

By Melanie Brooks in My Loss, Personal Essays

A COVID-era plea on World AIDS Day

A Person Is a World

By Beth Ain in My Loss, Personal Essays

My mother’s death was followed closely by the pandemic — creating this strange and still and endless space in which everyone is grieving something.