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NPR Editor Rose Friedman Dies at 38
19 Sep
Summary
- NPR editor and reporter Rose Friedman passed away at 38.
- She co-created the popular reading guide known as Books We Love.
- Friedman advocated for increased paid parental leave at NPR.
Rose Friedman, a dedicated NPR editor and reporter, passed away on September 17 at her home in New York City. She was 38 years old and died after a battle with cancer. Friedman was recognized for her profound impact on NPR's arts and culture reporting.
She was instrumental in co-creating the widely popular reading guide, initially called the Book Concierge and later renamed Books We Love. Friedman also served as a shop steward for SAG-AFTRA, demonstrating her commitment to advocating for editorial workers, with a proud achievement being the increase in paid parental leave at NPR.
Friedman began her career at NPR in her early twenties in 2010. Throughout her tenure, she developed deep expertise in the publishing world, editing numerous book reviews and features. She also wrote notable appreciations of prominent literary personalities, including author Herman Wouk and editor Sonny Mehta.
