“An impressive voice [and] original writer.”

“Wise, witty, wicked.”

“David Sedaris meets Dave Barry.”

“The #2 Writer, Dead or Alive, We’d Like to Have Drinks With”

“Laugh outloud funny!”

“Listen to Wade Rouse — which you most assuredly should — especially if you value laughter and wisdom.”

“A rare jewel that will be passed down from one generation to the next.”

“Utterly charming.”

“A touching tribute.”

“Shipman’s charming stories of remembering those who came before you are just what the world needs right now.”

“Graceful, touching, moving.”

“For readers of Mary Alice Monroe.”

“Every now and then an important new voice in fiction arrives. Viola Shipman is that voice.”

“Magical … poignant.”

“Delightful!”