Angela Nissel releases new memoir on grief and humor

Angela Nissel, known for her sharp wit and candid storytelling, has released a new memoir titled Good Grief, Pass the Bread, Mom Is Dead. The book chronicles her experience caring for a terminally ill parent, blending raw emotion with the gallows humor that has become a hallmark of her writing. Nissel’s narrative offers readers an intimate look at the challenges of end‑of‑life caregiving while maintaining a tone that is both reflective and irreverent.

Nissel first captured public attention with The Broke Diaries, a blog that chronicled her financial struggles as a college student. The diary’s popularity led to a book and a television series, and she later contributed as a writer and producer to shows such as Scrubs and The Boondocks. Her latest work continues her tradition of turning personal hardship into engaging, thought‑provoking prose. The Verge reports that Good Grief, Pass the Bread, Mom Is Dead will be available for purchase in bookstores and online retailers beginning this week.