I just watched "The Devil Wears Prada" and want to read a book kind of with those themes - a little bit of everything - but not too trashy or whiny. Thanks!
2007-02-04 09:19:53 · 13 answers · asked by IamDAV 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Also, what are some good Chick Lit short story collections?
2007-02-05 15:22:55 · update #1
"The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Kidd Monk
"Fried Green Tomatos at the Whistle Stop Cafe" by Fannie Flagg
2007-02-04 12:45:42 · answer #1 · answered by Elise K 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I read "The Devil Wears Prada" and it was a huge waste of time! THe writing was horrible.
For real chick lit, Margaret Atwood is definitely a good choice - the 'original and best,' if you will. Not sure if you're more looking for lighthearted and gossipy fun, or more serious stuff, but her stuff totally rocks. "The Edible Woman" is really good. She's sort of feminist but not in your face about it like some are.
Marian Keyes is pretty good (I read "Watermelon") which is similar to the genre/style you're talking about. Definitely funny and a quick read. I believe she's British whereas Atwood is Canadian.
Enjoy!
2007-02-04 12:46:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will love
Undomestic Goddess by Sophie Kinsella
Love: A Users Guide by Clare Naylor
The thing about Jane Spring by Sharon Krum
Weekend in Paris by Robyn Sisman
Hope you enjoy them all!!!!!
But First Of All Read THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA movies will never be better than books Trust me!
2007-02-04 11:06:42 · answer #3 · answered by Susy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While some may not classify them as Chick Lit I suggest anything by Joyce Carol Oats, Margaret Atwood, or Dorthy Allison.
I highly recommend She's Come Undone by Wally Lamb and I second the Jennifer Weiner suggestion.
2007-02-04 09:35:03 · answer #4 · answered by ajtheactress 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These are my favorites:
Bridget Jones's Diary by Helen Fielding
Carrie Pilby by Caren Lissner
Life A La Mode by Linda Lenhoff
Just about anything written by Karen Brichoux
Stupid and Contagious by Caprice Crane
Everyone Else's Girl by Megan Crane
Just about anything written by Lisa Tucker
Nora Roberts does not write Chick Lit. Hers are categorized romance or romantic suspense.
2007-02-04 14:00:49 · answer #5 · answered by §Sally§ 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Jemima J -- A Novel about Ugly Ducklings and Swans
by Jane Green
Plus-sized Jemima Jones struggles with weight, dating, and work issues as she navigates a treacherous world dominated by thinner women, in the U.S.
"This book really is an uplifting read! I read it quickly because it was that engaging. Jemima is a character any woman can relate to. This book will put the reader is Jemima's as she faces heartache and happiness--hang on and enjoy!"
Elizabeth Lee - Books-A-Million, Williamsburg, VA
2007-02-11 14:39:20 · answer #6 · answered by Pollita 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Weiner, Giffin, Keyes, and Kinsella are probably the best. I just tell people at the bookstore where I work to look for the pastel covers and they'll find a chick lit book.
2007-02-12 04:41:38 · answer #7 · answered by kittydoormat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Obernewtyn Chronicles by Isobelle Carmody Summers at citadel Auburn by Sharon Shinn Daughter of the woodland by Juliet Marillier Wildwood Dancing by Juliet Marillier Crown Duel by Sherwood Smith Princess Academy by Shannon Hale Goose female by Shannon Hale Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine The Hero and the Crown by Robin McKinley The Transall Saga by Gary Paulsen The Enchanted woodland Chronicles by Patricia Wrede the abode of the Scorpion by Nancy Farmer Enders interest by Orson Scott Card have fun with:) Edit: additionally, The Shadow Thieves by Anne u.s.
2016-09-28 10:22:28 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants is really good. Pretty much anything by Sarah Dessen or Meg Cabot is also good. Nicholas Sparks is good if you like romance. A Great and Terrible Beauty is fantasy/historical fiction.
2007-02-04 09:33:14 · answer #9 · answered by J.T. 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Anything by Jennifer Weiner would be a good start. For more info, see www.jenniferweiner.com - Off the top of my head, her books are Good in Bed, Little Earthquakes, and In Her Shoes (just made into a movie not that long ago).
Once I start her books, I can't put them down!!!
2007-02-04 09:29:18 · answer #10 · answered by ~StepfordWife~ 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋