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Gin & Phonics

My Journey Through Middle-Class Motherhood (via the Occasional Pub)

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Gin & Phonics

By: Clara Batten
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‘I was asked the other day what I thought the hardest part of parenting was. I’d have to say that it’s definitely the kids.’

TikTok sensation Clara Batten has dedicated the last few years to seeking the answer to one of life’s most crucial questions:

Is it possible to raise and nurture two small humans without losing your bloody mind?

The good news is, now she’s found (some of) the answers and is sharing her secrets with the rest of us! In this riotous book, Clara reveals:

  • when it’s acceptable to buy your kids lunch from a kebab shop.
  • why a jar of pickled herrings from Waitrose is the ultimate guilty pleasure, nay necessity, for a sleep-deprived parent.
  • how to finally pursue your acting ambitions in your forties (despite a toddler sh*tting on the stairs during a self-tape audition).

Most importantly, Clara shows us that no matter how much we adore our little treasures, life isn’t just about their A, B and bloody Cs.

©2023 Clara Batten (P)2023 HarperCollins Publishers Limited
Comedy & Humor Marriage & Long-Term Partnerships Motherhood Women
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‘Brilliant, bonkers and laugh-out-loud funny. Clara’s dry, sarcastic wit is fantastic. She is self-deprecating, relatable, and absolutely hilarious’ – Amanda Holden

‘Reading Gin & Phonics is like giving the room to your funniest friend. Sharply observed, laugh-out-loud funny and gloriously compelling.’ – Simon Pegg

'Hilarious and sassy reportage from the front line of the Waitrose (sorry, I mean Sainsbury’s) wine and spirits aisle.' – Phill Jupitus

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Hilarious listen! A must read.

The author did a fantastic job of writing a relatable story and providing great life lessons.

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Clara's sense of humor shines through!

I enjoy listening to a person who has that unique ability to not only be humorous in person but can capture that same humor in written word. Clara is one of those people. Thank you, Clara, for such an amusing few hours!

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such a fun book

Clara Batten is amazing. Really enjoyed this look into her life. Highly suggest the audio version of this book. She did a fantastic job of preforming her book

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Mommy must read!

This is not normally a type of book I would read, I’m more of a fiction reader. But I highly recommend!

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Good read

Fresh and funny! So real and down to earth Clara Batten hit this out of the park! Loved it! Thank you! Hoping for more!

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Do you need an awesome book to read? Well I've got one for you. "Gin and Phonics" by Clara Batten.

This is a great book, I loved it. It keeps your attention throughout. I bought the audiobook. The added bonus to this is, you get to hear all the nuances, you think you would hear in you mind, but from Clara herself. It's funny, sad, and thought provoking. It's like she's having a conversation with you over a cup of tea. You laugh, sniffle, think hmm and laugh some more.
People often ask others, "Have you any good book recommendations?"
I would reply, "Yes, 'Gin and Phonics' by Clara Batten. And if you get the audio she will read it to you. You'll love it."
Thank you Clara for writing this book. Plus doing the audio yourself, I know that's not easy, but it was enjoyable.
Recommendatio: Yes, Yes, and Yes.

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