Christmas is bullshit. There, I said it. It literally is. Pagans celebrated the winter solstice and then the Christians hijacked it, as they did with several other pagan ceremonies. It's also bullshit in terms of how difficult, superficial and stressful it is. So much pressure, money and energy and for what?One day trapped indoors with family who don't enjoy it either. So, I've chosen not to pretend to celebrate it anymore. Thank you Marian, for speaking the truth.

Marian is such a pretty, sweet woman.

So true

Im scottish and i love to hear other people say 'ament'. I love this woman shes fabulous

Bannanas😊 help me sleep

I absolutely love this audiobook (I now own a copy of the book). Although a serious subject matter the Irish wit, humour and observations had me laughing out loud from start to finish.

We are not alone,thanks!!!

I love her books!!!

To the knb who dismissed half the world’s writers-aloud-that’s a weird flex, dude.

I'm a male and I love your work, loved both the Rachel books and Grown Ups... Cannot say enough positive things about the serious undercurrent in these books around addiction but your absolutely effervescent way of depicting characters in their strengths and... Limitations

I’ve just read Rachel again but now realised I’ve read the last book haha I hope there is more because the way you describe Luke makes me swoon 😊😂

I could listen to you all day

Not too young to remember the phone book! I’m 40 next month but love the way you write about being in your 40s as I cheekily thought life ended at 40 so thank you ❤

😂😂😂 Came here after reading a few of your books and listening to audiobooks just love your voice and your writing is amazing !

I love your writing class videos. They have really helped me see my story more clearly 😊

At last someone who gets it.

Thank you for this much needed and appreciated x

Is there a way to get the writing prompts through your KZbin channel?

This is my favorite book and it really resonates with me, although I'm not addicted. Rachel's insecurity, guilty, self-image, it was like I was being told all my flaws and how I could improve. I'm glad there is a sequel and I can't wait to read it!

Oh no! Did you get robbed?! While you were in the room/flat?

You're right we give away our power far too often to other people who don't desrve our time or energy or certainly allowing such people to judge or assess us. We have to keep reminding ourselves that those people who feel the need to make themselves feel better about their lives by looking down or comparing themselves against another just says way more about their inadequacy than ours. If people spent more time reflecting on themselves and owning their good and the bad in themselvs than we would all be much better off,its the judging and assessing and the one up"man"ship that causes so much crap. If we kept to our own and lookied inside more,with more honesty and courage maybe the world would be a whole lot better or relationships or conflicts would not be so common

I bloody love you Marion xx

Gonna definitely give that a try.thanks Marion

why was the camera only showing the top part of your head ?

Just discovered this!! Really enjoyed Wk1 now heading to Wk 2. Thank you Marian

your so lovely really down to earth and funny went for a coffee with a freind and she mentioned ur books I've never read so looked you up and can't stop watching you're video now ur great I just love ur personality 💗

Finally, someone is talking about it as it is. I have enough of that toxic positivity.

Just seems a super caring person

This is what I née all year round thankyou marion

Just wanted to let you know how much i loved your new book! Rachel was always my favourite character. Could you please look into some of the products you mention in your book? Calf skin and angora are not sexy or luxury. They are a horror show for the animals. Thanks.

Too funny. I bet that was filmed by a family member.

You are hilarious and funny. I can see where the underlying shopping passions of your characters come from. I’d love to have you as a best friend and your advice on covid at the time was sound. From Australia X

Thank you for putting this out in the world and being so encouraging. Truly a gift x

Fantastic. Keep speaking up about women writers. Xx I’m reading the novel now and I’m finding the parts about addiction fantastic and eye opening. I love Marian’s novels

I don't know how anyone could say ANYTHING you wrote was forgettable!!! They clearly didn't actually read what you wrote!! I was so moved by "Rachel's Holiday," and even more so with "Again, Rachel." Your ability to make the reader empathize with the leading lady (in any of your books), teaches us all to be more aware of humanity- and whatever trial or tribulation that individual may be going through OR what we ourself may be going through! I hope you never stop blessing us with your books! <3

„Forgettable froth“? Rachel has been one of the most formative fictional characters of my life. It was emotional and a great joy being able to meet her again. Screw these reviewers. It’s their loss, but unfortunately the loss of every female author as well.

Your novels touch and inspire so many people - they are scripture to me! If that is the effect a female writer can have on not just one other person, but many, many others, that is the furtherest thing from 'forgettable froth'. Shame on those who think otherwise, and completely their loss.

The book Rachel's Holiday was not forgettable and decidedly unfrothy. Knife to my heart to hear that! I found Rachel's journey , sad, funny at times, hopeful and enthralling. Rachel grew so much as a person and the chemistry between Luke and her was intense. Really looking forward to the sequel, Again, Rachel?

I’m coming back here 2 years later, and I can’t believe we did this.

Just listened to ‘Again, Rachel’, swiftly followed by ‘Rachel’s Holiday’, absolutely magnificent. I’ve listened to sections over and over. Complex, layered, funny, devastating and beautiful. I have Fibromyalgia, spend a lot of time in bed. You’re books are ‘Paul’s holiday’. ❤️ I love Jenny Eclair’s writing too. Thank you ladies. x

I love love loved it Marian. Keep doing what you do, I’m a Walsh family addict. If people don’t get it it’s just not their style and they can feck off.

Cant wait to read it marian, your fantastic, you are looking amazing getting younger every year

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I can’t wait to read it,especially about Daddy Walsh, I love him he’s hilarious. ❤️

I have never forgotten this book. I have been affected by addiction and reading this helped.

But is there vegan magnums in the freezer?

I have just reread Rachel’s Holiday. And although I am not in the same situation as Rachel, so many of the advices she received touched me deeply, this time around. I first read it years ago, a way younger me, that didn’t really process things the same way I do now. You write so beautifully. Such real people filling those pages. You are one of my favourite authors ever, it would be a dream come true to meet you in person someday or own an autographed copy of one of your books. I am grateful you exist, and that your books exist. You will probably never read those words, but alas. I wanted to put my gratitude into words.

Yes! And it's wonderful that you are speaking up about this issue, for all you amazing authors! I cannot wait to read this and I've ordered copies for my sisters as well. Also can I just say your hair looks amazing, you look absolutely fabulous xxx

Totally agree with all you say , it’s a disgrace! ... so looking forward to reading this book .. lovely to see you ..you’re looking fabulous xxx❤️

Eepers! These videos have got me so excited, can’t wait to read 📚 the original was absolutely not forgettable froth, whoever said that was not on the right page, pun intended. You’re flippen awesome lady 🤩