I was invited to a book launch a few weeks ago that left me
in awe. Prosecco poured liberally, prizes and giveaways, talented guest
speakers, the fattest blueberries you’ll ever see, but my favorite part was
hearing the author read snippets from her book, The Amy Binegar-Kimmes-LyleBook of Failures.
I knew instantly I had to buy the book. Then I reached out
to the author.
Between reading the book and connecting with the author I’ve
been absolutely spoiled by funny in the past few weeks. Which is exactly what I
needed. It’s what the world needs more of. When tragedy dominates the news I
tend to slip into a mild funk. Humor is one of the only things that has the
ability, the chutzpa, to lift me out of it. And man, oh man, did Amy Lyle’s
book bring the funny!
It’s my favorite kind of funny too. Honest, vulnerable, life
story humor—candidly shared moments that leave you feeling thankful you’re not
alone, as soda (or Prosecco) spurts out your nose after laughing too hard and
fast. I read several scenes aloud to my husband. I reread other scenes, certain
the author hadn’t just written what she did. I was wrong. Lyle holds nothing
back. And I have to say it’s refreshing.
Do yourself (and the world) a favor and buy this book. Read
it (and don’t skip over the footnotes…you’ll thank me later).
Go find your funny!
*Happy Memorial Day!
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