A small collection of charming little anecdotes about her father that was part of a lecture series. It will convince you that Lullabies for Little Criminals was more than a little autobiographical. ( )

Her books read like melting ice cream! (not my quote but from the intro) ( )

Heather O’Neil’s father’s advice in Wisdom in Nonsense: Invaluable Lessons from My Father may not be considered conventional, but it is certainly entertaining: learn to play the tuba, there’s a shortage of tuba players, so you’ll always have work; or more importantly: stay away from Paul Newman movies (or Paul Newman for that matter) at all costs! As you read through the lecture, a dynamic picture of her father evolves, describing an eccentric, if not flawed man whose views helped shape O’Neil’s childhood. Funny and genuine, O’Neil deconstructs the impact of her father’s often absurd but well intentioned (sometimes!) advice, reflecting on how it has influence her perception of the world and her work. I've yet to find anything that I have not adored, and Wisdom in Nonsense: Invaluable Lessons from My Father further confirms her unique and playful narrative, no matter the subject matter. ( )

Sweet. Cheerful. Fun. And a whole new perspective. I'm sure if I heard an audio version I would give it a higher rating. I did attend a reading by H.O. &it was enchanting. ( )