My writing is where quirky meets poignant- stories about life, loss, love, and humour. Perhaps, the occasional emotional ambush or f-bomb (you've been warned).

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I’m Barb Drummond. I’m the writer who made my mom’s obituary go viral worldwide to millions.

about
Barb

behind the book

In this moving yet darkly funny memoir, I take the reader with me through the heartache, laughter, and poignant moments of my mother's battle with Alzheimer's and the hilarious obituary that turned her into an instant worldwide celebrity.

🧡 WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT:

A tribute to my mom, who lived with Alzheimer’s for almost two decades with grace, determination, and plenty of laughs. Who knew it would go viral to millions of people?

I Finally Have the Smoking Hot Body I Have Always Wanted (having been cremated)

My Book:

read by millions.

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