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Flannel Gowns and Granny Panties
An emerging author, working full-time as a successful marriage counselor, discovers the world of publishing and all of the crazy twists and turns it brings. Meet Ed Sterling, a man who knows just how lucky he really is. But is he about to lose it all when his new book is published? Between a zany editor, his loyal family, and a licensing board that does not approve of his viewpoints or new book, Dr. Sterling must figure out how to balance both writing and marketing a book with all of the people that helped get him there - including his patients. Become engulfed in this delightful read as he tells his craziest client stories in "Flannel Gowns and Granny Panties".
168 pages, Paperback
Published May 26, 2016
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About the author
John Legget Jones
4 books10 followersMy name is John Legget Jones.
People ask me often what genre do I write for. I write stories not genre. I know that is not the popular thing to say as a writer or the best way to make money writing but its true. Once a story comes to me, I have to write it. It's like having a song get stuck in your head, a good story does that to me. A story comes to me and I am obsessed until I get it completed. People tell me often that they love my stories and I hope you do too.
People ask me often what genre do I write for. I write stories not genre. I know that is not the popular thing to say as a writer or the best way to make money writing but its true. Once a story comes to me, I have to write it. It's like having a song get stuck in your head, a good story does that to me. A story comes to me and I am obsessed until I get it completed. People tell me often that they love my stories and I hope you do too.
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December 2, 2016
What a fun little book ... it was about a marriage counselor who wrote a book and what happened to him along the way. It made you laugh and it made you cry. I would recommend it to anyone who likes humorous reading. You don't find many books like this.
August 6, 2016
Very cute, fun read.
I laughed until I cried in one scene of the book. There were also some touching accounts as well; could possibly guide more people to see that counseling could possibly be a help in their lives. Gentle with a sense of humor.
I laughed until I cried in one scene of the book. There were also some touching accounts as well; could possibly guide more people to see that counseling could possibly be a help in their lives. Gentle with a sense of humor.
March 17, 2016
I really enjoyed this! The characters were a hoot! The part in the airplane was funny and if you travel at all you will relate to it. The test is also fun to take!
March 21, 2016
The writing was crisp and clean without all the flowery wording that is in so many novels. The story was enjoyable and the characters were funny!
April 10, 2018
April 2018 Book Club Pick; a couple of good ideas/leads through the book to elicit discussion in Book Club; funny aspect of title gets overused; could not figure out where the story was going for more than 3/4 of the book (things did get tied together at the end - sort of); very easy read; multiple format/grammatical/spelling mistakes. Attempt at funny, with much to be desired.
November 4, 2017
Wife's Review
The writing is simple yet amusing. How the author addresses the topic of marriage is a nice change of pace.
The writing is simple yet amusing. How the author addresses the topic of marriage is a nice change of pace.
May 30, 2018
Very hard to get into this one. Sorry I couldn't finish.
July 8, 2018
Surprised!
Really enjoyed the characters. They were real and relatable. Fun read on a Sunday afternoon. Make sure you have cookies and tea.
Really enjoyed the characters. They were real and relatable. Fun read on a Sunday afternoon. Make sure you have cookies and tea.
August 18, 2018
Great Read
This book is hilarious. I wondered at first but have to admit that it was the title that led me to read it. I laughed a lot and for me that's s not always the case.
This book is hilarious. I wondered at first but have to admit that it was the title that led me to read it. I laughed a lot and for me that's s not always the case.
August 15, 2016
So funny. I could not put it down! Enjoyed the stories and meeting the characters in the book. So glad i finally read it. I will be telling my friends about this book. A definite five star rating from me! Thanks for a great read. Write some more books soon.
This was a great book. I could not put it down. I am so glad I decided to read it.
This was a great book. I could not put it down. I am so glad I decided to read it.
June 5, 2016
Entertaining, quick read
This was an enjoyable book from the perspective of a marriage counselor. The imagery was great and I often laughed out loud. I would recommend it to anyone wanting an interesting, light read.
This was an enjoyable book from the perspective of a marriage counselor. The imagery was great and I often laughed out loud. I would recommend it to anyone wanting an interesting, light read.
August 29, 2016
Panties every where
A light hearted look at councillors and writing tell all stories. A nice simple marriage counselor battles his way to a best seller. Along the way he estranged family, friends and colleagues. A fun rainy day read.
A light hearted look at councillors and writing tell all stories. A nice simple marriage counselor battles his way to a best seller. Along the way he estranged family, friends and colleagues. A fun rainy day read.
April 25, 2016
A cute book
Interesting look at how a book gets published. And funny stories about couples going through marriage counseling. An enjoyable read.
Interesting look at how a book gets published. And funny stories about couples going through marriage counseling. An enjoyable read.
June 9, 2025
Cute, funny, easy read. VERY enjoyable!
June 16, 2016
This was an interesting twist on a book. I read it because of the name and I was very surprised it was totally different than what I thought it would be. I enjoyed it immensely!
June 23, 2016
Enjoyed the book very much!
Very enjoyable read! Would recommend to anyone who likes to read. Didn't want to put it down once I got started.
Very enjoyable read! Would recommend to anyone who likes to read. Didn't want to put it down once I got started.
August 3, 2016
Goodread
A great read. Loved the storyline. I would recommend this book to others. Can't wait to read his next book.
A great read. Loved the storyline. I would recommend this book to others. Can't wait to read his next book.
August 21, 2016
A strange and funny little book. Made me giggle in places, and also made me glad I've never needed a marriage counselor.
September 20, 2016
Awesome story!!
This book is great!! I have never laughed so hard so much while reading in a long time!!! I highly recommend this book!!
This book is great!! I have never laughed so hard so much while reading in a long time!!! I highly recommend this book!!
November 15, 2016
Granny panties galore!
Funny and lighthearted. Even the bad is good. Finding out more about your own marriage and how things can be viewed in a world of fiction.
Funny and lighthearted. Even the bad is good. Finding out more about your own marriage and how things can be viewed in a world of fiction.
December 13, 2016
Fun Read
Fun Read!
This is an insightful look into marriage counseling, parenthood, family, husband/wife. A glimpse into the world of publishing.
Quick fun read.
Fun Read!
This is an insightful look into marriage counseling, parenthood, family, husband/wife. A glimpse into the world of publishing.
Quick fun read.
August 15, 2016
This is hilarious and would recommend it, especially if you need a good laugh!
April 10, 2017
Funny and outrageous in ways and annoying in others. I felt bad for Ed at times and thought he was a jerk at several times. The writing also was a minus for me- choppy and wordy at times; too much description in some areas and not enough in others. I didn't feel like Ed grew as a person during this story as much as he revolved around the other characters that did change.
April 17, 2017
don't read this
A silly little book that reads as if Joe Friday from Dragnet is narrating. Starts out slow and goes nowhere.
A silly little book that reads as if Joe Friday from Dragnet is narrating. Starts out slow and goes nowhere.
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