PUBLISHED WORKS
unLikely Enemies, the novel
- the 'how to' of what not to do -
A must-read for parents who just can't say, NO! . . .
. . . but who, nevertheless, deserve the last laugh first.
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The author does an exceptional job grabbing the readers attention at the beginning of the novel and holding interest throughout. The story line is hilarious. It traces the episodes of the protagonist Tennenbaum and the Mellenn family-it's parental bondage and tales of children out staying their welcome. It moves from the beginning Mustang incident to the Broken Wish Bone Dude Ranch, to Tennenbaum's grandfather's funeral and his eventual marriage to Ana. It ends like it begins, with a comical episode, this one is Lorraine's (Tennenbaum's mother) and her testing positive to a pregnancy test. This is by far one of the best manuscripts I've read for the writer's showcase program! Great work! The tone and writing style is clear and on target. The author's use of metaphors and descriptives are inceptive. He creates some outstanding characters, each with their own inimitable voice. The order of episodes works quite well. This novel held my interest throughout. I think this will appeal to a wide variety of audiences, both young and old. This is a fantastic body of work. I could see it developing into some sort of series perhaps. I would strongly urge the author to submit any more material if it is complete. I would be happy to read anything else he might have. Great job! I will want to buy a copy of this when it is out! |
Warning Signs Adult Kids Are Living At Home Toooo Long
| When | they ask you for help to blow out their own birthday candles. |
| When | his receding hairline is more noticeable than yours. |
| When | her best marriage prospect is a pest control operator whose main tools-of-the-trade are a fly swatter and a can of spring-scented Raid. |
| When | their blue-gray hair color is not part of a Halloween party costume. |
| When | no matter how hard she tries, she can't get her lipstick on straight. |
| When | they can no longer see over the steering wheel of your vintage Dodge Dart. |
| When | they confuse the aerosolized underarm deodorant with furniture polish and don't mind the pine-scented fragrance. |
| When | she asks if your paid-up medical plan will cover her hysterectomy. |
| When | they ask permission to borrow the family station wagon for their soon- to-be sixteen year-old. |
| When | you send them to their rooms and it's the high-point of their day . . . and yours. |
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