Another gem from Michael Simkins I read this after loving 'Fatty Batter'. Michael Simkins has an extraordinary gift for comic writing. It doesn't matter if you haven't the slightest interest in acting (or cricket), this book is hilarious. Perfect holiday reading and guaranteed to make you laugh out loud. Thank you Mr Simkins - you deserve a standing ovation.
Brilliantly witty I came across this book when I saw Michael Simkins in Democracy in the West End, and it has become one of my all-time favourite light reads. Of course, he is a much more successful actor than this book makes out, but that's the whole point...lending weight to the old adage that it is a lot more fun to write about failure than success. And in a world where reality-TV-nobodys are allowed to think they're celebrities on a par with Madonna, there's something particularly endearing and refreshing about this kind... more info
Wonderful! Self-disparaging and compelling, this book is often hilarious and sometimes moving. Although one is always aware that Michael Simkins' natural and vast charm is seducing you into believing that he is someone who always just misses the glittering prizes, it is quite clear that he has great ability as a writer as well as an actor.
The sequel is eagerly awaited by his many avid readers!
Laughing aloud The funniest book I've read for 20 years. I keep the household awake late at night giggling aloud on every page. The agony is when you come to the end of it. Michael Simkins has a genius for comic writing. A must for anyone who is interested in the theatre and/or has a great sense of humour.
