Carol Smith

About

Carol Smith is a journalist and editor for NPR affiliate KUOW in Seattle. Previously she worked for the Seattle Post-Intelligencer and the Los Angeles Times. Her work has been nominated for the Pulitzer Prize seven times, and her writing has appeared in numerous literary journals. Smith was named Editor of the Year by Public Media Journalists Association.

Books by Carol Smith

Recent Posts

Flashbulb Memories: What the Queen's Death and 9/11 Tells Us About Each Other

A Personal Perspective: Flashbulb memories formed from sudden or shocking events give us common reference points. Asking each other about them also lets us glimpse how others see the world.

Living With Prolonged Grief Disorder

A Personal Perspective: There is no clock for grief. But recognizing the signs of long-term grief can help those who suffer.

How to Help a Grieving Mom on Mother's Day

You may not see them, but grieving mothers need Mother's Day, too. Here's how to help.

When New Year's Eve Is a Hard Anniversary

When a holiday is also a hard anniversary, it complicates both our grief and our celebrations. New traditions can help.

Recognizing Grief Trigger Warnings

Understanding what triggers your grief can help you manage it. Here's how.

The Myth of Closure

One month ago, 97 people died when a building collapsed in Surfside, Florida. Already, the clamoring for closure has begun. Except, grief doesn't work that way.

A Crash Course in Grieving

Even as I celebrated my post-vaccinated future, I could feel the tug of something else—a shadow pandemic. There is no vaccine against grief.