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Confessions of a Serial Novelist (Audio CD)

by Alexander McCall Smith (Author, Narrator)

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Publisher: Recorded Books (January 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1428129359
ISBN-13: 978-1428129351
Product Dimensions: 5.6 x 5 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious and refreshing, February 13, 2008

By	P. J. Whiting "book cook" (Bella Vista, Arkansas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I can't remember when I have enjoyed a CD more than I enjoyed this one. Laughing out loud is so good for the soul and this did it for me! Not only does Alexander McCall Smith write wonderfully well, but his Confessions are witty, smart and hilarious.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I put off buying this because of the price, but it was hilarious and well worth it, May 2, 2008

By	Gen of www.LibraryOfEden.com (California) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

I didn't want to pay the asking price for this hour-long presentation, but I am such a fan of McCall Smith's and I am so glad I did.

This is a live speech that he gave, and the whole thing had me cracking up. He talks about other authors and speech-givers and silly things that he and they do and have done, and reads aloud a few very short portions of his books and talks about them in a really funny way. Really, it wasn't what he talked about, it was the simple fact of his storytelling ability - I was just howling with laughter through the whole thing.

I've never heard an author busting a gut reading his own work, but McCall Smith put an even funnier spin on one of the best parts of 44 Scotland Street by laughing through the entirety of it after delivering every line, and the whole thing was just great. My tummy was sore from giggling.

The cover of this short audio production really doesn't do it justice. It was completely hilarious and well worth the money. I'll certainly be listening to it again, as I think I laughed too loud the first time and missed a few parts!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very Entertaining, June 10, 2008

By	Taylor (Los Angeles, California) - See all my reviews

In addition to being an extremely talented writer, Alexander McCall Smith is very funny in person. I found his lecture very entertaining.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Alexander McCall Smith
I have read all of Mr. Smith's books and have gone to a book signing. His CD Confessions of a Serial Novelist is not a disappointment. He is a joy to read and to listen to.

Published 2 months ago by Marilyn Pratt Bucko

5.0 out of 5 stars Love love love...
Alexander McCall Smith! I've read almost every single book of his, and this was a cool way to fill a gap, for me - It was great to hear his voice and his laugh!

Published 5 months ago by Sara M. Wright

5.0 out of 5 stars Confessions of a serial Alexander McCall Smith Fan
Confessions of a Serial Novelist

Being a devoted fan of A. M. Smith's writings (all of them), we were anxious to hear his voice, and we were not disappointed. Read more

Published 5 months ago by F. Rogers

5.0 out of 5 stars The Real McCall
I listened to this CD several times before sharing it with other fans of Mr. Smith. It is a charming reading which turned Alexander McCall Smith from being my favorite writer... Read more

Published 7 months ago by Martha B. Blake-adams

5.0 out of 5 stars McCall-Smith at his humorous best
This delightful CD presents Alexander McCall-Smith explaining, in person,how he got started with his series of novels. Read more

Published 7 months ago by Wilma K. Heberling

5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining and Funny
The only thing wrong with this is that it's not long enough. It was wonderful hearing the voice of the brilliant, funny, and seemingly very kind author of so many gentle and... Read more

Published 9 months ago by Happeeface

5.0 out of 5 stars Botswanna forever
I really enjoyed reading many of McCall Smith's novels and so I was very interested in listening to the author himself speaking! Read more

Published 12 months ago by B. Trombley

5.0 out of 5 stars Confessions of a serial novelist
Funny, witty. To listen to him is fall in love with the person who created this very much needed good read series about africa and goodness in man.

Published 12 months ago by L. Caine

3.0 out of 5 stars A short but amusing CD
I have always thoroughly enjoyed the audio books by Alexander McCall Smith. Although I enjoyed listening to him on this CD and he has a "Very" infectious laugh, there was very... Read more

Published 13 months ago by Cleo

5.0 out of 5 stars Another wonder Lady's Detective Agency Sequel
I just love these characters so much. Every one of them. Even the apprentices. I slip into their world for the duration and savor each word and enjoy each story. Read more

Published 14 months ago by Adelheid Mueller

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