Let’s Talk Death is our way of opening up gentle, honest conversations about something most of us tend to avoid – death. It’s not about gloom or fear; it’s about understanding life more deeply by hearing how others think and feel about its ending.

Each month, we speak to someone with a unique perspective on mortality, whether through their work, creativity, or personal experience. These are real stories from people who’ve found meaning, humour, or peace in the face of life’s biggest certainty.

Talking about death isn’t easy, but it can be surprisingly uplifting. It reminds us of what truly matters, helps us connect more deeply with one another, and often leaves us feeling more alive.

We hope these conversations spark curiosity, compassion, and maybe even a few brave discussions of your own. After all, the more we talk about death, the more we learn how to live fully, kindly, and on purpose.

In this month’s Let’s Talk Death we are lucky to meet Evie King. Enjoy!

Bio:
Evie King is a council worker and writer. A former stand-up comedian, she has written for New Humanist, The Guardian, BBC Comedy, and Viz Comic. Since moving to the seaside and going part-time, she has had more time for writing — and has completed her first book about arranging council funerals.

What is your fondest memory?

My brother is learning disabled and often sticks to a few repetitive phrases. One evening, over curry, he was unusually articulate. He said “fill it up with bubbles” whenever he wanted more Coke and asked “is it good for you?” as I poured it. When the song Vindaloo played, he said, “I like the word and also the sound.”
At the end he said, “This was lovely.”
He’s never been so lucid since. It felt like a glimpse into how we might have been.

What is your proudest moment?

All the messages I get from people who have found comfort, faced death better, or made plans after reading my book.

What three words best describe you?

That’s for others to say — I never get to experience me.

What don’t people know about you?

Very little! I ramble on social media all the time.

How would you want to be remembered?

I have a problem with the tyranny of legacy — it makes us live in fear, working toward our eulogy instead of enjoying the moment. I like the idea that I appeared, had fun, and disappeared again.
Our insignificance in this universe is freeing.

Follow Evie on Instagram: @eviekingwrites, and if you enjoyed this Let’s Talk Death, here is another great article.

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