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Can I Speak to Someone in Charge? Paperback

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‘JUST IMAGINE IF WE, THE NORMAL GIRLS, STOOD UNITED AS AN ENORMOUS, HYSTERICAL AND PROUD ARMY. WE WOULD BE UNSTOPPABLE.’ ‘A fresh, modern take on feminism and life from one of the most compelling voices of her generation’ JANE MOORE ‘A stirring call to action’ KATIE SPICER Written with gumption, fearlessness and sharp wit, Can I Speak to Someone in Charge? is a window into the ridiculous ideologies and the absurd expectations that shape the lives of modern women . In a series of open letters , Emily Clarkson addresses all manner of subjects, from body hair to Facebook friends to the perils of wearing Lycra. She unpicks the validity of notions such as ‘the thigh gap’; questions the quotidian scrutiny by the media; ponders the etymology of the term ‘plus size’ and considers our unshakeable obsession with dieting, while wondering why some of us are still crying in changing rooms. Full of vital life lessons, outrageous confessions and poignant reflections , Can I Speak to Someone in Charge? is a love letter to women everywhere; reminding us that being strong, being kind and being yourself is really what ‘normal’ should be. ‘Being asked to write a book was probably the best thing that’s happened to me – up until that point I was gravely concerned that my mum was the only person reading my blog. I hope this book will speak to a range of women, and men actually, I hope it will make people laugh, but more importantly I hope it will open people's eyes to the fact that we've got a lot to do if we want to make growing up in a good and kind world a possibility for our daughters.’ Emily Clarkson

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Simon & Schuster Ltd
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5.51 x 0.85 x 8.27 inches
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1471156907
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978-1471156908
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Language ‏ : ‎ English
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1471156907
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1471156908
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.1 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.51 x 0.85 x 8.27 inches

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Lorri V. Gavitt

A Must Have Handbook for Teens & Young Women

Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2017

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Emily's book is witty, honest, and incredibly entertaining. She writes from her heart; which is what women (and men) need to hear. Her stories are insightful and funny as well as emotional. It draws you in, makes you laugh and cry. Looking forward to a sequel!!!!

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Cheryl

Required reading for teens and 20s

Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2018

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Love Em''s straight forward way of asking the questions. Reminds me of her father, Jeremy Clarkson's writing style.

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Emma

Not what I expected

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 12, 2018

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To be fair I'm probably not the target audience ( I'm 38). This book is a series of 'letters' written by the author, some of which are addressed to herself and some which comment on subjects such as the sizing of clothes, eating disorders, friends, page 3 , feminism, food etc. There are very few pages that don't contain swear words used just for the sake of it and I found the style quite repetitive. I think the author probably benefited by getting her frustrations out more than I enjoyed reading the book. I did agree with some of Emily's opinions / observations but didn't find the book particularly funny or informative, it's just a series of someones opinions written down.

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Mrs Piglet

Perfect for troubled teenagers

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 11, 2021

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This book is an easy read with humour. Which is understandable, Emily is Jeremy Clarkson's daughter. She writes well. A very enjoyable book giving candid answers to many teenagers. Recommended.

Suzy

Helpful and inspiring

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 11, 2018

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So, this is the first new book I’ve read all the way through in years, and I gotta say, I loved it! Emily Clarkson has absolutely nailed the topics she covers, all while being entertaining and hilarious. From the letter “Dear Emily Aged Thirteen” no joke, I was CRYING. Because it told me things that I needed to hear when I was that age, even at the age I am now where I still struggle with some of these issues. So, Emily, if you’re reading this, thank you so much. For being a voice of reason and a relatable young woman who’s not afraid to speak her mind. Please write more! Suzy xx

John

A great read!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 24, 2017

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I started listening to Emma on her Pretty Normal Me podcast where she mentioned the book was coming out soon after. Each chapter set out as a letter to different groups/people (even herself at different ages) each one will make you either laugh, cry, or think, maybe even a combination of them.

I can highly recommend this book and the podcast, both are well worth checking out!

Here's hoping there's another book sometime in the future!

wicwac

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 5, 2017

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Funny, clever, witty, self effacing. A lovely read even for an ancient like me. Well done and a lovely passage about your lovely Mum x x x

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