Dawn French Bücher

Niemand geht einem so sehr auf die Nerven wie die Familie. Und nichts ist unterhaltsamer, als festzustellen, dass es anderen genauso geht. So wie den Battles! Mutter Mo, eine Kinderpsychologin, steht fassungslos vor ihren pubertierenden Kindern. Tochter Dawn findet ihre Familie schrecklich peinlich. Sohn Peter ist in Oscar Wilde verliebt – und benimmt sich leider auch so. Und ja, einen Ehemann gibt es auch: Mo nennt ihn liebevoll »Ich-muss-noch-was-arbeiten!«. Keiner versteht den anderen oder redet vernünftig. Bis es hart auf hart kommt. Als sich ein fieser Betrüger in ihr Leben schleicht, halten alle zusammen – sogar der Hund.

One of the Guardian's TOP TEN READS for Christmas, this fabulous new non-fiction book by Dawn French is an interactive journey through the year. Imagine it as a personalized diary, where you can chronicle your life alongside her reflections. Unlike typical diaries that often start strong but lose momentum, this book encourages you to document your appointments, thoughts, and reminders in a creative way. French shares her insights on age and life, woven through the seasons, while inviting you to participate in the narrative. By the year's end, you’ll have a unique, scruffy book that combines her musings with your personal touches. It features lovely paper, an elastic strap to keep everything secure, and a pocket for treasured mementos. This engaging blend of self-reflection and creativity is a companion piece that helps navigate life’s ups and downs. With elements reminiscent of "Wreck This Journal," this book offers a refreshing approach to journaling, making it a delightful and practical tool for personal growth and enjoyment.

'A mellow, gentle read with a lot of words of wisdom' Independent Let Dawn French guide you through the year with her witty and wise seasonal insights. __________ Me You: Not A Diary is a pocket diary without the diary part. Or the pocket. It includes everything you loved about the original but without the calendar pages. To keep a working diary alongside Dawn, we recommend the hardback edition of Me You: A Diary. Me You is a place for me and you to reflect on the patterns and changes of the year. It's full of my thoughts about the seasons, the months and what matters. It's your guide to reflecting on the year you've just had - or the one still to come. Dive in, the paper's lovely . . . _________ 'A witty outlook on life. This will have you laughing about your year' Prima 'It's beautiful, like Dawn, and stuffed full of goodies' Jo Brand

Tick-tock, tick-tock, tick-tock . . . midnight. The old millennium turns into the new. In the same hospital, two very different women give birth to two very similar daughters. Hope leaves with a beautiful baby girl. Anna leaves with empty arms. Seventeen years later, the gods who keep watch over broken-hearted mothers wreak mighty revenge, and the truth starts rolling, terrible and deep, toward them all. The power of mother-love will be tested to its limits. Perhaps beyond..

A SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER ___________________________ The hilarious and heartwarming memoir from one of Britain's best-loved comedians and Women's Prize longlisted author, Dawn French. Dawn French is one of the greatest comedians of our time with a career that has spanned nearly four decades. Loved for her irreverent humour, Dawn has achieved massive mainstream success while continuing to push boundaries and challenge stereotypes. Here, she describes the journey that would eventually establish her as a perhaps unlikely, but nevertheless genuine, national treasure. As part of the much loved duo French and Saunders, Dawn helped create a repertoire of brilliantly observed characters, impersonating everything from Madonna and Harry Potter to The Exorcist. Dawn's iconic role in the Vicar of Dibley showcased not only her talent but also her ability to take a controversial and topical issue and make it mainstream - and very funny. From her early years as an RAF child and her flat-sharing antics with Jennifer Saunders, to her outspoken views on sizism and her marriage to Lenny Henry, Dear Fatty chronicles the extraordinary and hilarious rise of a complex, dynamic and unstoppable woman.

Dawn French, bestselling author of A Tiny Bit Marvellous and Oh Dear Silvia, presents her joyously funny new novel, set in Manhattan's Upper East Side, where the wealthy Wilder-Bingham family strictly adheres to a rigid code of behaviour. Emotional displays are unacceptable, unruly behaviour is unwelcome, and fun is off the table in Glenn Wilder-Bingham's impeccably edited fortress of restraint. Enter Rosie Kitto, a quirky thirty-eight-year-old primary school teacher from England, who brings with her a secret sorrow and a heart as expansive as the city itself. Unbeknownst to the family, Rosie hasn't read the rule book, and her arrival sets off a chain reaction that unravels their carefully constructed lives. As the family grapples with the consequences of embracing joy and spontaneity, they find themselves transformed. Praise for the novel highlights its charm and wit, with readers noting Rosie's ability to bring warmth and comfort to the unhappy family. Critics commend French's storytelling, which distinguishes the book from typical chick-lit, and celebrate its exploration of love, grief, and family life. The narrative is described as funny, enriching, and a delightful romp that changes lives for the better, making it a highly recommended read.

Silvia Shute lies in a hospital bed. Family and friends are at her side, each thinking they know the real Silvia. But do they? For Silvia hides a secret. And as her visitors gather, so the truth about Silvia is slowly revealed…

IF YOU LOVE DAWN, YOU'LL LOVE HEARING ABOUT ALL THE TIMES SHE'S BEEN A COMPLETE TWAT . . . When I was younger I wanted to be an interesting, sophisticated, semi-heroic, multi-layered person. BUT. That kind of perfect is impossible. Being an actual twat is much more the real me. Sorry to boast, but I am a champion twat. In The Twat Files I will tell you about all the times I've been a total and utter twat. The moments where I've misunderstood stuff and messed up. In my life these have been key because: Mistakes tell us about ourselves. Mistakes tell us about others. Mistakes are hilarious. Mistakes expose our flaws. Mistakes show us ourselves honestly. Mistakes are gloriously human. My hope is that these stories might fire up yer engines to remind you of just what a massive twat you also are. Let's celebrate and revel in this most delightful of traits together. That would be perfectly twatty. 'This woman is a national treasure' Mail on Sunday 'Dawn French is a wonderful writer' Daily Mail