'When people ask me what I do for a crust and I tell them that I'm a novelist, they immediately assume that my life is a non-stop carousel of limos, television appearances hair-dos, devoted fans, stalkers and all the glitzy paraphernalia of being a public figure. It's time to set the record straight. I write alone, in a darkened bedroom, wearing my PJs, eating bananas, my laptop on a pillow in front of me ...' Her novels are read and adored by millions around the world - now read Marian Keyes's collected pieces: regular bulletins from the woman under the duvet.
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'Her honesty and humour when dealing with the situations she's faced can have you laughing out loud' -- Heat magazine
'Keyes manages to verbalise the most mundane of universal experiences and somehow make them funny...' -- Sunday Tribune
'paints an endearing, hilarious picture of the cosy, crumpled life lived by the reigning queen of contemporary chicklit' -- Hello! Magazine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
'Keyes manages to verbalise the most mundane of universal experiences and somehow make them funny...' -- Sunday Tribune
'paints an endearing, hilarious picture of the cosy, crumpled life lived by the reigning queen of contemporary chicklit' -- Hello! Magazine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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"'Reading Under the Duvet' is not unlike, well, reading under the duvet. It is warm, comfortable and a little naughty..." Highbury and Islington Express
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When people ask me what I do for a crust and I tell them that I'm a novelist, they immediately assume that my life is a non-stop carousel of limos, television appearances, hair-dos, devoted fans, stalkers and all the glitzy paraphernalia of being a public figure. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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When people ask me what I do for a crust and I tell them that I'm a novelist, they immediately assume that my life is a non-stop carousel of limos, television appearances, hair-dos, devoted fans, stalkers and all the glitzy paraphernalia of being a public figure. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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44 of 48 people found the following review helpful
By LD
Format:Hardcover
I expected to hate this book. I geared myself up for throwing it aside and swearing at Marian for publishing "a collection of articles" instead of the meaty novels that I love to immerse myself in. So annoyed was I when I heard Under The Duvet was not a novel that I resolutely swore not to buy it in the usual frenzy in the bookshop way I usually buy Ms. Keyes' books and waited for my sister to buy me it for Christmas and even then, still being the huffy so and so I am, I refused to read it until a stomach bug laid me low and I was bored senseless with Christmas TV. I laughed outloud, I cried, I read it too fast, I fell in love with Marian Keyes ability to write all over again. As a journalist and wannabe writer, I am in awe. Marian Keyes is so like me, her obsession with shoes, her longing for a baby, her husband who thinks she is a human radar for his lost property... it all rings so true. The humour was evident, but perhaps the most powerfully written article in this book is the tale of Marian's own struggle with alcoholism, culminating in an attempt on her life. She is proof that everyone can make it. So after reading this book, I emerged from under my duvet (stomach bug gone) and have decided to start writing again.
Do not let the fact that this is not a novel stop you from buying it, buy it now, and buy it for your friends. Its funny, its moving, its for a good cause.
Roll on the next book, whatever form it may take.
Do not let the fact that this is not a novel stop you from buying it, buy it now, and buy it for your friends. Its funny, its moving, its for a good cause.
Roll on the next book, whatever form it may take.
18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
By BeckyFlem
Format:Paperback
I'd heard great things about Marian Keyes before reading this so was hoping this book would be worth the price of the magazine it came free with(!) I was not disappointed. Keyes is a funny, funny woman and Under the Duvet had me laughing like a drain! I don't often actually laugh out loud when reading but it was hard not too when Keyes writes about otherwise boring everyday things with such creativity and humour.
The book is put together in a series of short chapters making it ideal to flick though and dip in and out of. So much of what she says rings true in particular 'A Quiet Millennium Night In' and how irritating News Years Eve can be.
I was surprised to find this book to contain quite a serious and thought provoking chapter about Keyes and her spiral into alcoholism. I didn't expect that in a book that is so obviously meant to be lighthearted, but it is an inspiring chapter and interesting to read how she overcome her problems.
If you have read books by Marian Keyes before or even if you haven't, I think most people would enjoy this book and find at least one chapter they can relate too.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Hardcover
I don't normally like a book full of short stories but I really enjoyed 'Under The Duvet', the way Marian Keyes writes and the Irish phrases she uses made me laugh on a miserable winter's morning commuting to work. I particularly liked the piece about being scared of dogs and read it to my boyfriend to prove I am not the only one with this irrational fear. Can't wait until the next book
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Funny book
Found it very funny, but wasn't as enthralled as I am usually with one of Marian Keyes novel's. A good read all the same.
Published 9 days ago by Joanne Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very Funny & Honest
Excellent, a very funny, very honest read that made me feel more normal. Will dip into it from time to time in the future, having read it through in one session. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jay Jay
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
I so enjoyed reading this book. I mostly read when I am at work on my break so these shorts fit perfect. Most enjoyable to read.
Published 3 months ago by Emma Gibney
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book
This is a collection of journalism from Ireland's chick-lit queen. Marian makes me laugh out loud. I loved this and every Marian fan should read it. Super fun!
Published 8 months ago by Celine Doyle
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not pure fiction.
I didn't realise that this was a compilation of episodes taken from Marian's life when I bought it. It did however help me to understand the author better.
Published 17 months ago by eileenp
5.0 out of 5 stars
So glad its not just me who types under a duvet!
As witty and entertaining as all other Marian Keyes books - revealing a unique insight into the authour herself and how her writings reflect her real life. Read more
Published 22 months ago by nicinoodle
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love Marian Keyes!!!
I love Marian Keyes' chick lit novels and Under the Duvet is no exception. It's a selection of her writing on various subjects and is very entertaining.
Published on 12 May 2011 by J. Knight
3.0 out of 5 stars
Average
The book condition was described as " Used - Good " but amazingly its so old that its pages have turned brown.
Published on 9 Feb 2011 by Yahya
4.0 out of 5 stars
Quick Reading
Perfect for a quick read every now & again. very funny & insightful. throuoghly enjoyable especially to those who understand Marian's wit.
Published on 22 Nov 2010 by Banith
5.0 out of 5 stars
A good titter
Marian's personality really shines out in this book. I really enjoyed this book and it had me laughing out load, looking completly crazy, but it was worth it. Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2010 by L Murphy
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