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Lettuce Read Wills
This short and sweet book of blogs looks at Wills of the rich and famous and teaches us they are just like us. See the prescience Elvis displayed, and the error Lucille Ball probably made.
This book also contains excerpts of the Una Tiers mysteries as part of my evil plan to lure readers over to the dark side to read a few samples of the mysteries of Una Tiers.
This book is a hybrid, it reports on real life and has samples from mysteries. The connection? Real life gives us material to write fiction.
This book also contains excerpts of the Una Tiers mysteries as part of my evil plan to lure readers over to the dark side to read a few samples of the mysteries of Una Tiers.
This book is a hybrid, it reports on real life and has samples from mysteries. The connection? Real life gives us material to write fiction.
81 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 1, 2016
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Una Tiers
6 books374 followersJudge vs Pearl has been in progress for a while. I am nearly ready to ask for beta readers. Let me know especially if you wrote a review for one of my books. Send me an e-mail
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I've also started writing Judge vs Wheels. I'm at 8000 words and happy as a bug.
I grew up in Chicago and have always been an avid reader. By the seventh grade, she had read most of the books in her grade school library. Once a month she was allowed to spend a Friday at the main branch of the Chicago Public Library. In high school, she conducted most of her research there. One of her favorite projects was an essay on Scarborough Fair/Canticle by Simon and Garfunkel.
As a practicing attorney, she wrote hundreds of articles for consumers and other lawyers.
One fateful day a judge threatened to arrest her. The opposing counsel made a deal and they failed to keep up their end of it. It was a lie.
That day she wrote for several hours and the story evolved into Judge vs Nuts.
Her stories are about the law with large motions of humor. om the perspective of an attorney.
Una Tiers is the pen name I created because judges die in most of my mysteries and they don't have a sense of humor.
Yes, it means something cryptic and if you guess it correctly, I will admit it to you alone.
I hope you will meet and love some of my characters. They aren't always well-behaved, but I love them dearly.
You can read about Fiona Gavelle on my webpage. https://unatiers.com
Note that although the Fiona Gavelle books are a series, they can be read and enjoyed in any order.
Thank you to all the readers.
una@unatiers.com
I've also started writing Judge vs Wheels. I'm at 8000 words and happy as a bug.
I grew up in Chicago and have always been an avid reader. By the seventh grade, she had read most of the books in her grade school library. Once a month she was allowed to spend a Friday at the main branch of the Chicago Public Library. In high school, she conducted most of her research there. One of her favorite projects was an essay on Scarborough Fair/Canticle by Simon and Garfunkel.
As a practicing attorney, she wrote hundreds of articles for consumers and other lawyers.
One fateful day a judge threatened to arrest her. The opposing counsel made a deal and they failed to keep up their end of it. It was a lie.
That day she wrote for several hours and the story evolved into Judge vs Nuts.
Her stories are about the law with large motions of humor. om the perspective of an attorney.
Una Tiers is the pen name I created because judges die in most of my mysteries and they don't have a sense of humor.
Yes, it means something cryptic and if you guess it correctly, I will admit it to you alone.
I hope you will meet and love some of my characters. They aren't always well-behaved, but I love them dearly.
You can read about Fiona Gavelle on my webpage. https://unatiers.com
Note that although the Fiona Gavelle books are a series, they can be read and enjoyed in any order.
Thank you to all the readers.
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February 5, 2016
For sure, talking about wills and estates and living trusts are not cocktail time topics, but they are a reality of life and death. Remember the phrase, “There is nothing sure except death and taxes?” Well here is a chance to think about that by discovering how the rich and famous do it, or not as some failed to do. One definitely doesn’t need to be Howard Hughes rich, but one should think about how to make sure your wishes for your estate are carried out without the interference of the government or battling relatives. Do you have a Living Will or a Trust or anything? Unless you give everything away and know the exact moment you will depart this world, get one.
While you are thinking about that, Una Tiers invites you to take a brief look at her books! A unique way to spread the word on her fiction while giving an interesting accounting of the wills of familiar names. Now that is cocktail party banter. Come on, with a clever title like Lettuce Read Wills how could you not like being informed?
I received an ARC edition from Una Tiers in exchange for my honest review.
Publisher: Fiona Gavelle
Publication Date: February 1, 2016
Genre: Will/Trust Info
Print Length: 84 pages
Available from: Amazon
For Reviews & More: http://tometender.blogspot.com
While you are thinking about that, Una Tiers invites you to take a brief look at her books! A unique way to spread the word on her fiction while giving an interesting accounting of the wills of familiar names. Now that is cocktail party banter. Come on, with a clever title like Lettuce Read Wills how could you not like being informed?
I received an ARC edition from Una Tiers in exchange for my honest review.
Publisher: Fiona Gavelle
Publication Date: February 1, 2016
Genre: Will/Trust Info
Print Length: 84 pages
Available from: Amazon
For Reviews & More: http://tometender.blogspot.com
February 9, 2016
If you have anything left that's worth more than a loaf of bread or a couple of packs of chewing gum when you leave this world, do you know who'll get it? If you have an estate plan and a Last Will and Testament, you do; otherwise, your goodies may be distributed in ways you neither expect nor want.
That's the purpose of this short book, written in lighthearted fashion by a Chicago attorney. And while it's not meant to be legal advice - an up-front disclaimer I know is necessary because I've got a son who's a lawyer (for better or worse) - the author's points are well taken.
The lighthearted part comes from looking at wills of some rich and famous folks, from Will Shakespeare to Joan Crawford (she of the hated wire coat hangers) to JFK Jr. There's also a list of people who died intestate (that means they didn't have wills at all); although some might be pardoned because they probably weren't expecting to kick the bucket - such as John Denver, who died at age 54 and Jimi Hendrix at 28 - others certainly should have known better (think Pablo Picasso, who lived to the ripe old age of 92).
The sample wills are followed by excerpts from the author's Fiona Gavelle mystery series, which at the time of this writing totals four with a fifth planned for publication sometime this year. They, too, are filled with both humor and dead bodies. These stories, the author says, are derived from personal experience - illustrating that there's plenty of fodder for stories in everyday life.
The whole thing can be read in an hour or so; and while I'll admit the mystery series is intriguing, it's the "stuff" in those wills that got the lion's share of my attention. It all goes to show, I guess, that we all put our shoes on one foot at a time. Good reading!
That's the purpose of this short book, written in lighthearted fashion by a Chicago attorney. And while it's not meant to be legal advice - an up-front disclaimer I know is necessary because I've got a son who's a lawyer (for better or worse) - the author's points are well taken.
The lighthearted part comes from looking at wills of some rich and famous folks, from Will Shakespeare to Joan Crawford (she of the hated wire coat hangers) to JFK Jr. There's also a list of people who died intestate (that means they didn't have wills at all); although some might be pardoned because they probably weren't expecting to kick the bucket - such as John Denver, who died at age 54 and Jimi Hendrix at 28 - others certainly should have known better (think Pablo Picasso, who lived to the ripe old age of 92).
The sample wills are followed by excerpts from the author's Fiona Gavelle mystery series, which at the time of this writing totals four with a fifth planned for publication sometime this year. They, too, are filled with both humor and dead bodies. These stories, the author says, are derived from personal experience - illustrating that there's plenty of fodder for stories in everyday life.
The whole thing can be read in an hour or so; and while I'll admit the mystery series is intriguing, it's the "stuff" in those wills that got the lion's share of my attention. It all goes to show, I guess, that we all put our shoes on one foot at a time. Good reading!
June 17, 2016
This was a fun book to put together, you see I wrote it. It has interesting things about wills of people like Elvis and JFK, Jr. from my blogs.
The second half has samples of my humorcides, mysteries laced with humor. I hope you'll give me a try.
The second half has samples of my humorcides, mysteries laced with humor. I hope you'll give me a try.
February 2, 2016
I was sent a free copy to review by the author pre-publication.
The author has an easy writing style and this book is very readable. I liked the concept. The book is both anecdotal and informative and, although it is a light-hearted look at what happened to the wealth of some of the rich and famous after they died, the book has a serious message - make sure you make a proper Will and ensure that your Estate passes to those you want to inherit it after your death.
The book is not meant to be taken as legal advice but merely offers an insight in to what can go wrong if you don’t consider proper Estate planning. Good advice from an author who also practises in this field of law. As a bonus she also shares some extracts from her legal mysteries - all related to Wills and Probate - which are enjoyable reads especially if you like black comedy.
All in all a fun little read.
The author has an easy writing style and this book is very readable. I liked the concept. The book is both anecdotal and informative and, although it is a light-hearted look at what happened to the wealth of some of the rich and famous after they died, the book has a serious message - make sure you make a proper Will and ensure that your Estate passes to those you want to inherit it after your death.
The book is not meant to be taken as legal advice but merely offers an insight in to what can go wrong if you don’t consider proper Estate planning. Good advice from an author who also practises in this field of law. As a bonus she also shares some extracts from her legal mysteries - all related to Wills and Probate - which are enjoyable reads especially if you like black comedy.
All in all a fun little read.
February 2, 2016
This was a interesting and informative book about the wills of the rich and famous. I was surprised at some of the celebrities who died without wills. And how some made terrible errors by not updating them.
I personally know how important a will is, even if you think you have nothing of real value. My mother didn't and I only have memories to remember her by. My childhood has been wiped out and I don't even have any old pictures, absolutely nothing.
Everyone should read this well written book, it will convince you to have your will written up. It won't take long to read but you will learn to not let this happen to your family!
Planning your will is a serious matter. I highly recommend this short book!
I personally know how important a will is, even if you think you have nothing of real value. My mother didn't and I only have memories to remember her by. My childhood has been wiped out and I don't even have any old pictures, absolutely nothing.
Everyone should read this well written book, it will convince you to have your will written up. It won't take long to read but you will learn to not let this happen to your family!
Planning your will is a serious matter. I highly recommend this short book!
February 2, 2016
Have you planned your estate yet?
Wills and Trusts are to be taken seriously.
In this book Una Tiers has written about the rich, famous and even politicians leaving their valued wealth and pets and whatever else they may have after they have died.
Written with humor, but a good message about the importance of estate planning from an author who practices law.
This is a quick, fun and informative read.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review.
Wills and Trusts are to be taken seriously.
In this book Una Tiers has written about the rich, famous and even politicians leaving their valued wealth and pets and whatever else they may have after they have died.
Written with humor, but a good message about the importance of estate planning from an author who practices law.
This is a quick, fun and informative read.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review.
September 9, 2016
This is a short book, but it is packed with fun and interesting information about famous people and the contents of their wills. Attorney Una Tiers also gives sound advice to us lesser, or at least less wealthy, mortals about having a will and updating it in a timely fashion.
I was quite surprised to learn of certain wealthy people who died without a will.
The author also includes excerpts from her mystery novels.
I was quite surprised to learn of certain wealthy people who died without a will.
The author also includes excerpts from her mystery novels.
February 7, 2022
A fun read for anyone interested in the Last Wills & Testaments of the rich and famous.
February 7, 2016
This was very interesting. Made you think about your own wills or lack of one. It was great reading about some of the stars I watched as a kid with my dad. Everything needs to be documented as to your wishes or who knows what will happen to your precious things you've collected over the years.
February 4, 2016
A fun read about the disposition
of wealth among the rich and famous
along with their sometimes quirky
priorities. An underlying message
about the importance of protecting our
assets.
of wealth among the rich and famous
along with their sometimes quirky
priorities. An underlying message
about the importance of protecting our
assets.
February 6, 2016
Want to know how the rich and famous leave their money? Here's your chance to find out.
May 18, 2016
LETTUCE READ WILLS
by Una Tiers
What happens if you are not famous and nobody finds the will you wrote?
Or, if you are famous and Una does?
Una, an attorney/humorist, researched some wills of famous people, then let us read her thoughts.
Funny stuff, and important lessons.
Lettuce is not a reference manual for writing your will.
But, it is a knock on your melon to at least think about writing or updating your will.
Made me think about getting mine updated.
And now I want to read hers.
Die now or die later. You get to say who gets your cabbage.
Write your LWAT, then check out the excerpts from Tiers' humorcides, funny mysteries, included with Lettuce Read Wills.
by Una Tiers
What happens if you are not famous and nobody finds the will you wrote?
Or, if you are famous and Una does?
Una, an attorney/humorist, researched some wills of famous people, then let us read her thoughts.
Funny stuff, and important lessons.
Lettuce is not a reference manual for writing your will.
But, it is a knock on your melon to at least think about writing or updating your will.
Made me think about getting mine updated.
And now I want to read hers.
Die now or die later. You get to say who gets your cabbage.
Write your LWAT, then check out the excerpts from Tiers' humorcides, funny mysteries, included with Lettuce Read Wills.
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