Amy Falls Down: A Novel

"In this humorous sequel to The Writing Class (but it’s not at all necessary to read it first), Amy Gallup (who taught the aspiring would-be authors in the previous novel) is still in the midst of a long writer’s block. Early in the morning on the day that she’s expecting a visit from a journalist doing a “where are they now” story on once well-known writers, she stumbles while walking in her garden and hits her head on a concrete birdbath. After the fall (of which Amy has no recollection), her entire personality undergoes a major alteration and, as a result of the interview, she becomes the toast of literati everywhere. Her experiences at writing conferences, academic forums, and meetings with fans are hilarious to read about but sadly all too true. I found myself laughing out loud and nodding in full agreement with much of what Amy says. And if you enjoy this, don’t miss Jincy Willett’s equally sharp and pointed first novel, Winner of the National Book Award.."