humor

How to Shop At Aldi, For the Uninitiated

With bonus tips for sales-spotting and child-wrangling

Jul 19 •

What to Write in a Thank-You Note (Other Than "Thank You," Of Course)

Some helpful hints for the worst chore-- I mean, privilege-- in the world.

May 30 •

If You Give a Toddler a Book About a Cookie

You already know he's going to want 400 unrelated things to go with it.

Mar 23 •

Here's What You're Getting Into If You Subscribe to My Substack

The "start here" post—welcome! (And if you're looking to get in touch with me directly, you can email me at amycolleenwrites@gmail.com.)

Mar 10 •

Valentine Greetings From A Few Long-Dead Authors

A bit of literary humor I simply couldn't resist.

Feb 14 •

Reasons Why Every Female Character On This TV Show Must Be Very, Very Thin

Some very serious and not at all satirical explanations.

Jan 26 •

The Holiday Gift Your Writer Friend Really, Really Wants This Year

Engagement begets engagement. Here's what that means (and it's not about diamond rings or elephants).

Dec 17, 2024 •

If Jane Austen Characters Attended Zoom Thanksgiving

A 2020 rerun for a little laugh today.

Nov 28, 2024 •

If You’re the First Husband of a Plucky Pioneer Woman in a Hallmark Movie, You Should Be Deeply Afraid

Love may come softly, but so does the Grim Reaper.

Nov 14, 2024 •

Ten Rock-Solid, Argument-Proof Reasons Why I Have Not Replied to Your Email Yet

Look, I’ve been using all my spare time to research honey badgers.

Nov 13, 2024 •

An Apologetic Letter From the Avonlea School Board to the Irate Parents of Gilbert Blythe

The protagonist’s character development is surely more important than a minor thwack to the head

Nov 12, 2024 •

Reasons I Would Like to Give When Asked Why My Eighteen-Month-Old Isn't Talking Yet

Quippy comebacks for a question I'm sure everyone is thinking (not that I'm overthinking this at all).

Nov 11, 2024 •

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