Joan Didion

Joan Didion

writer United States

Joan Didion was a renowned American author and essayist, known for her distinctive voice and insightful observations on culture, politics, and personal experience. Her works often explored themes of loss, identity, and the complexities of the human psyche. Didion's notable books include 'Slouching Towards Bethlehem' and 'The Year of Magical Thinking', the latter detailing her grief following the death of her husband. She was celebrated for her literary contributions and her ability to capture the essence of a moment, making her a pivotal figure in contemporary American literature.

Born on Dec 05, 1934 (91 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
95,357
Power
4,316$
Sentiment
7.19
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 1 7.00 0.09% +0% 38,005,238 35,888 $1,700,000 1,605$
Australia 1 8.00 0.09% +0% 25,499,884 24,056 $1,380,000 1,302$
United Kingdom 1 7.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 35,413 $2,700,000 1,408$
Totals 3 131,391,133 95,357 $5,780,000 4,315$
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Recent Mentions

Australia Australia: As writer Joan Didion says, we tell ourselves stories in order to live. 8

The Sydney Morning Herald: Festival cancellation a blow for debut authors

United Kingdom United Kingdom: The American author Joan Didion once said: 'I write entirely to find out what I am thinking.' 8

The Guardian: Our king, our priest, our feudal lord – how AI is taking us back to the dark ages | Joseph de Weck

Argentina Argentina: Joan Didion explored personal grief following the sudden death of her husband in her book El año del pensamiento mágico. 9

Clarín: Las Fiestas, nosotros y nuestros muertos

Denmark Denmark: Joan Didion is a journalist, fashion icon, author, and essayist featured in a new Netflix documentary. 9

Politiken: Poptillæggets julekalender # Låge 14: Joan Didion

United States United States: The author Joan Didion’s recipe box and meticulous menu plans were presented to the public this year by the New York Public Library. 9

The New York Times: The New York Times News Quiz, Nov. 27, 2025

France France: Joan Didion was a renowned author whose posthumous publication has sparked debate about the editing of such texts. 9

Le Monde: « Notes à John », de Joan Didion : le feuilleton littéraire de Tiphaine Samoyault

Norway Norway: Joan Didion was a celebrated and unique American author who passed away in 2021, leaving behind notes written over 20 years earlier. 9

Aftenposten: Anmeldelse av Joan Didion sin bok Nedtegnelser til John