Martha Bolton's observations about life and growing older nail what everyone feels but can't express. "Who Put All This Sand in My Hourglass Figure," "When I Am Old I Shall Be Purple," and "Allow Me to Repeat Myself...Again" are just a few of the topics her fans--both new and old--will be laughing at as they nod in agreement. To complete her memorable recipe, Martha mixes in an ample sampling of poignant, touching stories, reminding readers what life is about and what is truly important.
Martha Bolton began writing when she was nine years old. She wrote a "book" about being the youngest of five. It was titled, "No Fun Being Young." It was never published because most publishers wouldn't talk to a nine-year- old. Besides, it was only about a dozen pages long.
Today, Martha is the author of over 80 books. She was a staff writer for Bob Hope for fifteen years, and received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Achievement in Music and Lyrics. She has also written for dozens of comedians and entertainers, and received a Dove award nomination for "A Lamb's Tale", a children's musical co-written with Dennis Allen. Her popular series of books for middle-agers (Didn't My Skin Used to Fit?, Cooking With Hot Flashes, and others) have addressed the subject of growing older in a fun and fresh way.
Martha also wrote the script for the stage production of The Confession (music by Wally Nason). It is a moving musical based on Beverly Lewis' bestselling trilogy The Shunning, The Confession, and The Reckoning. For additional information about the musical, the team, its 2011 and 2012 tour and ticket info, please visit: theconfessionmusical.com
Her newest Christmas musical for children is Bethlehem or Bust, which she co-wrote with Andy Cundiff, Darrell Bledsoe, and Ted Wilson. For additional information on this new musical, visit www.bethlehemorbust.com
Martha also wrote the script for A Bear in the Burbs (music by Bill Bauer), a children's musical. For additional information, contact www.marthabolton.com
