Jessica Grose

Jessica Grose is a journalist and novelist whose work spans fiction, nonfiction, and opinion writing. She is the author of the novels "Soulmates" and "Sad Desk Salad," as well as the Kindle Single "Home Economics," which explores financial dynamics in relationships. Her collaborative work includes "Love, Mom," co-authored with Doree Shafrir. Grose's writing has been featured in prominent publications such as The New York Times, New York Magazine, and The New Republic.

Grose has held editorial roles at Lenny, Slate, and Jezebel, showcasing her expertise in women’s issues, culture, and parenting. As an opinion writer for The New York Times, she focuses on parenting, women’s health, and broader societal topics. Her insightful reporting during the pandemic earned her recognition as a Glamour "Game Changer" in 2020, and she was previously named to LinkedIn’s Next Wave list of top professionals under 35. She resides in Brooklyn with her family.
Love, Mom Books (with Doree Shafrir)
# Title Year
1 Poignant, Goofy, Brilliant Messages from Home (With: Doree Shafrir) 2009
2 Helpful Yet Hilarious Emails, Chats, and Text Messages from Moms Everywhere (With: Doree Shafrir) 2010
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Sad Desk Salad 2012
2 Soulmates 2016
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 Home Economics: How Couples Manage Their Money 2011
2 Screaming on the Inside: The Unsustainability of American Motherhood 2022