{"title":"Wendy Harmer","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Wendy Harmer collection, a diverse assortment of books that showcase her incredible talent as both a novelist and a memoirist. With a career spanning stand-up comedy, television, radio, and journalism, Harmer is celebrated for her wit, insight, and authentic storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into \u003cem\u003eLies My Mirror Told Me\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling memoir that offers a candid exploration of Wendy's life experiences, from her humorous beginnings in comedy to the challenges she faced along the way. Her narrative is not just a biography but a vibrant journey that resonates with resilience and self-discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor fans of general fiction, \u003cem\u003eLove and Punishment\u003c\/em\u003e presents a delightful blend of humour and drama, showcasing Harmer's flair for creating relatable characters and engaging plots. This work reflects her nuanced understanding of human relationships, making it a must-read for anyone who enjoys stories with heart and humour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're in the mood for a thoughtful biography or a captivating fictional tale, Wendy Harmer’s books are sure to entertain and inspire. Explore the collection and experience the charm and cleverness that have made her a beloved figure in the literary world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"love-and-punishment-by-wendy-harmer-9781742372747","title":"Love and Punishment","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancie writes the \u003cem\u003eSeriously Single\u003c\/em\u003e column for the \u003cem\u003eSunday Press\u003c\/em\u003e. Nick - the man she thought she'd spend the rest of her life with - has dumped her for an older woman. To say that Francie is annoyed would be a serious understatement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStruggling to deal with the bleak landscape of her new life, Francie signs up for therapy and moves into a shared household with a trio of supposedly swingin' singles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut Francie has a secret. A dirty little secret of nasty revenge. Her nightmare is that one day all will be revealed. That couldn't happen, could it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46712252891372,"sku":"9781742372747","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/0b8d446b4177f17fb149af3678174019.jpg?v=1754344124"},{"product_id":"lies-my-mirror-told-me-by-wendy-harmer-9781760112080","title":"Lies My Mirror Told Me","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I've always believed where there's a chance, you have to take it . . . or invent it.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWendy Harmer has had an extraordinary life. From being born with a severe facial deformity, to performing as a stand-up comedian, a national television host, and then the highest paid woman in the cut-throat world of Sydney FM radio... Wendy's tale of overcoming adversity is told with her trademark in-your-face frankness and celebrated wit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarting life in rural Victoria, Wendy describes her childhood in remote one-teacher, one-room country schools. As her teacher father moved around the state to take up new postings, Wendy, the 'funny looking' kid often in the wrong colour school uniform, developed strategies to find new friends and fit in. When she was ten years old, her mother went missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt wasn't until she was well into her teens that Wendy had the reconstructive facial surgery that had long promised to transform her from a 'witch' into a 'princess', but fell agonisingly short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSomehow, despite her initial setbacks and emotional turmoil, Wendy showed the strength of character to carve her own way in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom political journalism, she took her first tentative steps on Melbourne's tiny stages in comedy revue, then struck out as a solo performer in stand-up comedy. She would make her mark internationally before coming home to entertain Australians for four decades on stage, in print, television, and broadcasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eLies My Mirror Told Me\u003c\/i\u003e, Wendy reflects on her life - one of the most unlikely success stories you will ever read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"This is what a trailblazer looks like. 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