Here's What the Media and Readers are Saying...

 

“You say the things I think…” –Laura

 

“You seem like a friend I haven’t seen in a long time.” –Beth

 

“After reading your books, I feel as though I’ve had a personal conversation with you!” –Janet

 

“Have you been living my life? Everybody has a story to tell, but you have the talent to put it into words. I think we could be best friends if you lived in Watertown, South Dakota!” –Sally

 

“I need a good friend and you’re it! I’ve found a kindred spirit in you.” –Claudia

 

“I felt like you were looking in the windows of my home and soul. I don't know you from the man on the moon but feel I have known you all my life. Please keep writing—your writing brings sunshine even to the darkest spots.” –Mary

 

“One month ago today my mom died after a hellacious year. A friend bought me your book. I finished it in two days! I laughed and cried. I felt like I got a hug from my mom.” –Diane

 

“You’ve made me feel so much better about myself! I ran over my husband’s cell phone charger with my minivan, but after reading your story I was able to brag that at least I hadn’t run over his laptop computer! Thanks for lightening my heart.” –Susan

 

 

Media Buzz

 

“Linamen tackles tough issues with humor and grace.” –The Marriage Bed
 

“Linamen’s life is comparable to a leisurely read of the Sunday comics, and she tells all.” –Publishers Weekly

 

 “… the queen of good humor and common sense.” –Literary Guild

 

“Linamen’s gems of wisdom are interspersed with her off-the-wall—yet strangely accurate—observations…”–Woman’s Touch

 

“Erma-Bombeck style of fun and humor!” –Susan’s Books and Gifts

 

“Karen Linamen may be the next Erma Bombeck.” –Estelle Lamb, A Closer Look

 

“With refreshing candor and clarity, Linamen guides women toward emotional, physical and spiritual well-being.” –Ipswich Lutheran Parish Christian Living website

 

“In the same humorous, vulnerable, charming vein as her previous book, Linamen wrestles with the tough issues with which most women struggle, including stress, depression, PMS, bad hair days, broken dreams and baffling relationships.” –Our Picks

 

“Funny, forthright and unforgettable.” –Publishers Weekly

 

“With rapid-fire humor, [Linamen] refects on her own wild and zany household. Tried-and-true advice follows her tongue-in-cheek commentary.” –CBA Marketplace

 

“…in the tradition of Erma Bombeck.” –Southern California Christian Times