I got this book from Netgalley, so I can read and review it before it’s published.
Now, before I begin, I do need to inform you that although I knew who she was when I was younger, I don’t remember reading any of her books. I did read part of one of the Fudge books to my son, but he wasn’t interested.
I always enjoy when a writer has a memoir, as it’s interesting to me to see what inspired them to start writing. Her inspiration was Dr. Seuess.
The author, Mark Oppenheimer, talks about her life growing up, her evolution of being a an avid reader, and her passion for writing. A lot of insight to all of her books are discussed. Letters to and from Judy are quoted throughout the book. Judy’s two ex-husbands, current husband, and her two kids are prominently mentioned.
Yeah, she wrote about controversial topics, but so what. Was it biographical? Some of it was. Personally, I don’t think books should be banned because of a “risqué ” topic. And, that has happened to some of her books.
Her son, Larry, directed a movie adaptation of Tiger Eyes and Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, was also made into a film, but that was it. Several other times, Judy’s books tried and failed, even though on some of them, she was present and tried to help with feedback. That seems to be her biggest regret.
Overall, I enjoyed leaning more about Judy’s life. Will I go back and read her books? I don’t think I will. Nothing against them, I am just older and prefer a different type of genre. If she writes a police thriller, I will be first in line!
A while back, I read James Patterson’s memoir, and afterwards I devoured all the Alex Cross books, Michael Bennett books, and the Ladies Murder Club books. I should read Stephen King’s book, On Writing – his genre is also not of interest to me.
Any other author memoirs I need to throw in my want to read list?
