Something's Wrong with Your Scale!

by Van Whitfield

The hilarious new work from Van Whitfield, writer-on-the rise and author of the Blackboard bestseller Beeperless Remote .

In Something's Wrong with Your Scale , Van Whitfield introduces the likeable Sonny Walker, a thirty-something Mr. Nice Guy who's found companionship and comfort with Marsha.  The only problem is that he's become too comfortable.  Weighing seventy-five pounds more than when the courtship first began, the newly food-obsessed Sonny just can't stay away from Marsha's marvelous dishes, even in the middle of their breakup conversation.

Determined to slim down and get his girlfriend back, Sonny joins the FutraSystem weight-loss center and meets potential love interest Kayla, as well as a host of other colorful characters. In a heartwarming tale that is alternately hilarious, wise, and ultimately self-affirming, Whitfield has created a thoroughly delicious and engaging novel sure to be enjoyed by those who have waged the battle of the bulge, or know someone who has.

Genres: Fiction

304 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Donna · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have to say, I really enjoyed this. While I do not have weight issues, I grew up and have continued to be surrounded by those who do- and all the accompanying torture that comes with it: the diet fads, the comments and ridicule, and the sheer personal chaos that ensues. This is a delightful look at all of that. In ways it is reminiscent of Weiner's Good In Bed, but it is coming from a different perspective (an African American male). Fun and poignant at the same time.

[Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you have the gaining weight blues or just need to laugh about worrying issues in your life or that you see in the world. This is the book to make you smile. Funny and thought provoking.

[Vi Louise · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute, funny, romantic comedy about losing weight from a male perspective. Several incidents had me laughing out loud.

Very light, mindless reading for chilling out.

[Tanesha · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read for my book club. Some of the dialogue and writing was very elementary, but the storyline was fun.

[Shannan Harper · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was an ok read. About a guy attempting to use weight using a variety of methods.

[LaWanda Blake · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a really good read. I've only read 2 of his books and enjoyed them both.

[Taherra Martin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book us 😂 hilarious. It's a love story a feel good read. It is a romantic comedy that's needed right now

[Tamara Evans · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have you ever read a book that is so like you that it's scary? Well, if that's the case, then I've got a book you've got to read. In "Something's Wrong with Your Scale", the reader finds themselves on the wrong side of a relationship gone bad. While most people can't understand what it feels like to be dump because of weight, others will know only to well how it feels.

After getting the dumped, the main character of the book tries to lose weight, only to fail.However, he eventually joins a weight loss center which does nothing to make him feel better. By the end of the book though, we see that the main character is a changed man, at least in terms of his opinion of himself.

What Van Whitfield manages to accomplish here is amazing. Not only does he write a truthful book, he also writes it from a real point of view. By this I mean that he doesn't make things easy for his main character to achieve his goal nor does he make apologizes for the way his life is going.Instead, he write a great story with true to life characters.

[Maisha · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is one of my favorite books! My sister lives in this area and I used to hang down there so I'm familiar with the spots. The scenes and dialogue are hilarious. I just reread this a couple of years ago and I still laughed. I also love the ideas of self esteem, weight and self perception. An all around great book.

[Afrijewel · Rating 3 out of 5]

I cannot remember the details of the book, how I felt or when I completed. But I am sure was a good read (or since I cannot remember you read it). I think it is a romantic comedy about a guy trying to lose weight to win his ex girlfriend back....read it.

[McArthur Library · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loaded with brash humor, and seriously honest looks at life for overweight Sonny Walker, head of the Loose Balls Department at Sports Authority. Will he lose weight, find love, and move up into the Tents and Outdoors Department? Read on to find out!

[Martha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Van Whitfield is a Great writer, i like funny things and all of his books have kept me laughing!

[Tasha Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is halarious! A romance and a comedy in one. If you've got a little weight that you want to loose and you're looking for love- this book is for you.

[Joshua Hutchins · Rating 4 out of 5]

A romantic comedy that made me feel good. When I had to put the book down their was usually reminants of laughter on my face. I think it is this author's best book thus far.

[Sandra Menefee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Comical and amusing way to look at your weight problem. I really felt for the guy but admire his decision not to let a person's weight influence if you are their friend or not.

[Maria · Rating 3 out of 5]

OK I have to admit I skipped 100 pages to get to the end. Great story but a little slow and predictable for my tastes.

[Angela · Rating 4 out of 5]

I picked up this book on a whim at the library. This book was funny and encouraging for all of us who are trying to lose weight. It's a good motivator. I would probably read this book again.

[JMRL]

A man's struggle with weight loss and trying to win back his girlfriend is at once relatable and funny.

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[Shevi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very Funny!!!!

[Kim · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the book - It was really good to hear about weight issues from a male point of view.