“An impressive voice [and] original writer.”

“Wise, witty, wicked.”

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

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

“David Sedaris meets Dave Barry.”

“Laugh outloud funny!”

“For readers of Mary Alice Monroe.”

“Magical … poignant.”

“Utterly charming.”

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

“A touching tribute.”

“Delightful!”

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

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

“Graceful, touching, moving.”