Mini Skirts and Laughter Lines
by Carol E Wyer
Genre: Humorous Women’s Fiction
120,000 words (approximately)
Amanda Wilson can’t decide between murder, insanity and another glass of red wine. Facing 50 and all that it entails is problematic enough. What’s the point in minking your eyes, when your husband would rather watch ‘Russia Today’ than admire you, strutting in front of the television in only thigh boots and a thong?
Her son has managed to perform yet another magical disappearing act. Could he actually be buried under the mountain of festering washing which is strewn on his bedroom floor? He’ll certainly be buried somewhere when she next gets her hands on him.
At least her mother knows how to enjoy herself. She’s partying her twilight years away in Cyprus. Queen of the Twister mat, she now has a toy boy in tow. She really shouldn’t have pressed that send button. The past always catches up with you sooner or later. Still, her colourful past is a welcome relief to her monochrome present; especially when it comes in the shape of provocative Todd Bradshaw, her first true love.
Soon Mandy has a difficult decision to make; one that will require more than a few glasses of Chianti.
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Carol, how did you come up with the title for your book? Does it have any special meaning?
My character was born in the 1960 s when miniskirts were fashionable. She hankers after the past but being older only has laughter lines (laugh lines) to look forward to. There is also a play on words as her blog entries are all witty– hence, laughter lines.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Amanda’s mother because she is an absolute riot. Who wouldn’t like an old lady who hosts boozy Twister parties, hoists up her skirt to sing Tina Turner songs at Karaoke events, buys a sports car and has a toy boy in tow?
Does your book have any underlying theme, message, or moral?
There are a few themes, including facing up to old age, relationships, financial concerns, society’s denigration of the older woman and others, but it is mostly a fun read which highlights the fact that you should appreciate those around you before it is too late and remember that life has an expiry date so enjoy it!
What would/could a reader or reviewer say about your writing that shows they “get” you as an author?
That they had laughed from start to finish. That it was a fun, witty, amusing or enjoyable read. Also that they could relate completely to the characters and recognize traits of themselves and others they know in those characters.
Give us an excerpted quote from your favorite review of this book:
“This book is wickedly funny, thoroughly enjoyable and wonderfully written. Author Carol E Wyer has certainly gifted us with one of the best books this year.”
Where can people learn more about your writing?
http://www.carolewyer.co.uk
This book is so much fun!
Coming from you Laurie that is a terrific compliment! Thank you.
It really is a fabulous book and I can't wait to read Surfing In Stilletos. Amanda's mother is hilarious and the whole book is so enjoyable and a pleasure to read. Very entertaining. Kim x
Kim – what can I say? Thank you. Hope you enjoy Surfing in Stilettos even more.
I really enjoyed this book. It made me laugh out loud often. Worryingly, I recognised quite a few similarities between my marital relationship and that of Amanda and her husband – don't (unfortunately/fortunately) have a Todd reappearing in my life though.
I can help you out with a Todd! The idea was to write as an Everywoman figure so the fact you could relate to it is fabulous Mary. I think we all have an Amanda in us. I certainly have a Phil at home too at times. Thank you for this lovely comment. x