Answers to Questions Nobody Was Askin': And Other Revelations

by Tim Sample

In this new collection of short essays Maine humor icon Tim Sample shares some of the quirkier aspects of growing up and living in Maine. Along the way he offers readers a behind the scenes glimpse into his long career in the entertainment business. Sample waxes poignant—recalling old friends, pets, and childhood memories—and passes along more than a few hilarious “insider tips” including the proper way to eat a lobster and a few time tested techniques for dealing with folks from away. His wide range of subjects includes things that could happen “Only in Maine,” how his dad invented the SUV, a “magical” luncheon with horror master Stephen King, and the pitfalls of Maine’s fifth season (mud). Born and raised in Maine, Tim shows us the Maine we know and love—warts and all. Part whimsical anecdote, part hard-won wisdom, every story is perfectly seasoned with Sample’s distinctive wry Yankee wit.

204 pages, Hardcover

First published December 10, 2014

Reviews

[Elizabeth W Lane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Maniac Mania

I saw Tim not to long ago and this book was sold out. I am so glad I had a chance to read this book. Great fun.

[Sean Fitzgerald · Rating 4 out of 5]

An easy read that gave me plenty of good chuckles. Tim’s stories reminds me of plenty of my neighbors coming in from the dooryard after a long day of ice fishing. A good addition to the long storied Maine lore collection.

[Jennifer Fitzpatrick · Rating 4 out of 5]

Because I'm a Mainah and I really needed some chuckles during this election week! And you can count on Tim Sample for some chuckles and a couple of belly laughs along with much head nodding! A fun read!