Stilettos No More [Kindle Edition]

Diana Estill (Author)

Book Description

In this collection of essays, award-winning humorist Diana Estill shares her wacky views on the years between mini-skirts and "Mee-maw" panties, tells the truth about "shapewear," and offers advice on "how to talk so that your spouse will listen" and other mysteries. Lamenting she's "put up with this thong enough," Estill invokes her inner fashion critic as she tackles midlife with both eyes squinted.


Praise for for Diana Estill: "Utterly entertaining reading." -- Midwest Book Review on Deedee Divine's Totally Skewed Guide to Life.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Diana Estill is the author of three humor books, including Deedee Divine's Totally Skewed Guide to Life, a ForeWord Book of the Year Finalist and International Book Awards Winner (humor category). As a former journalist and columnist, her articles and commentary have appeared in major newspapers, magazines, and journals.

Product Details

• File Size: 132 KB
• Print Length: 240 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0979970857
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Publisher: Corncob Press (November 21, 2010)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B004D9FW0W
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #186,382 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Funny, Down to Earth and Engaging December 13, 2010

By Judi Coltman

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

"Stiletto's No More", by Diana Estill, is a funny, down to earth commentary on the realities of aging. It's not easy facing the physical changes that occur, without permission I might add, to our bodies when middle age and menopause invade, but Estill faces these occurrences with a wicked wit that any woman will identify with (if not openly then secretly) and embrace. From underwear, to shoes, to the utterly ridiculous and hilarious protocols of local government and the pomp and circumstance involved in the smallest of decisions Estill's commentary will produce a wry, knowing smile and, in some instances an inappropriate guffaw of which I no longer feel obligated to apologize.

Diana Estill, author of several humorous books, has written an engaging read perfect for the beach, an airplane or a quiet afternoon. My only wish was that Estill spent more time elaborating, ergo, I wish there was more to read as I was finished too soon.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Laugh out Loud Funny! December 10, 2010

By Jamie Engle

Format:Kindle Edition

Sometime around 50 you realize you've said goodbye to your youth and hello to world of bodyshapers, random hair growth and senior specials - whether you want them or not. You can spiral into a funk or you can laugh. Stilettos No More helps you laugh, and laugh and laugh!

Diana Estill takes a humorous look at life from the top of the hill looking down. The age hill, that is. She's not afraid to talk about those "things" that start happening when you get to a certain age. Even better, not only can she laugh at them, but she makes the rest of us laugh too. Especially when we're recognizing ourselves at every turn! Who knew ľ sleeves had a practical purpose?

Some humor collections have peaks and valleys. This book is a steady stream; each essay flowing into the next, each just as funny or funnier than the one before it. Extremely well-crafted.

A snappy read, Stilettos No More is a collection of essays that makes you smile, and at the same time be comforted that you're not alone in your quest for the nearest bathroom. You'll definitely want to share with family and friends. Highly recommended.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Endless laughter January 12, 2011

By D. S. Weisman

Format:Kindle Edition

After reading Diana Estill's paperbacks - Driving on the Wrong Side of the Road and Totally Skewed View To Life I knew I had to buy Stilettos No More. The initial problem was I didn't have a Kindle, but that didn't stop me. Oh no, I had to have this book. So after dropping several hints to my husband, he bought the book on his Kindle and left it on my pillow for evening reading. After moments of laughter he had to come up and see what I was doing. He was surprised to see me with Kindle in hand and tears running down my face. Diana's books never disappoint! How she takes everyday dramas and turns them into a comedy reflects her real talent as a writer. You can read the book in one sitting or you can savor the chapters, laughing and enjoying your time with Didi one page at a time. While I prefer my paperbacks as I don't have to share, I enjoyed this as much as the other two. Keep writing - I will be back for more!

More About the Author

Diana Estill is the author of four humor books, one novel, and a collection of short stories. For Deedee Divine's Totally Skewed Guide to Life, she was named a ForeWord Book of the Year Finalist and an International Book Awards Winner in the humor category.

Prior to becoming an author, Diana worked for many years as a journalist and humor columnist. Her columns have appeared in The Dallas Morning News, Washington Post, The Miami Herald, Road & Travel, and other publications. She has been featured in First Magazine and has appeared on a variety of TV shows and radio programs.

Diana's debut novel, When Horses Had Wings, was inspired by her life experiences as a former teen mother and high school dropout. After completing her education, she taught GED classes, worked as a consultant to the National Institute for Literacy and American Council on Education, and served as a U.S. delegate to a UNESCO conference.