David Kessler (writer)

David Kessler
Born (1959-02-16) February 16, 1959
Rhode Island, U.S.
OccupationAuthor, thanatologist
Alma materLoyola Marymount University

David Kessler (born February 16, 1959) is an American author, public speaker, and death and grieving expert.

He has published many books, including two co-written with psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross: Life Lessons: Two Experts on Death and Dying Teach Us About the Mysteries of Life and Living; and On Grief & Grieving: Finding the Meaning of Grief Through the Five Stages of Grief.

His first book, The Needs of the Dying, received praise from Mother Teresa and Marianne Williamson.