It's a Chick Thing

by Ame Mahler Beanland Terry

A fabulously fun collection of spirited stories, scintillating sidebars, and oh-so-quotable quips, It's a Chick Thing pays homage to the special and unique times that strengthen the bonds of female friendships---the antics, escapades, and thrill seeking---as well as the loyalty, sisterly support, and irrepressible humor. Read about Dolly Parton's "biker chick" escapades with her girlfriend gang, Hell's Belles; Diana and Fergie's hilarious night on the town during Prince Andrew's bachelor party; and the time Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn faced down the Coal Miner's Daughter's detractors. Meet women like Cirque du Chien, a pack of party-loving Francophiles who dress up like French poodles; La Bella Mafia, self-proclaimed divas who right wrongs and overdress for every occasion; and a bevy of sisters and friends who take over the backyard playhouse for parties and girl talk. Full of irreverent fun, candid observations, and shameless merrymaking, It's a Chick Thing is the perfect gift for each and every one of your best gal pals. Chickcentric lists include "Chicks Who Rock," "Chick Reads," "Chick Flicks," and "Chick Cliques." "Wonderful - a must read for all women of substance!" - Jill Conner Browne, author of The Sweet Potato Queens' Book of Love"Smart. Sassy. Tons of Fun. It's a Chick Thing is my new best friend," says Cameron Tuttle, author of The Bad Girl's Guide to the Open Road.

Genres: Nonfiction, Essays, Chick Lit, Humor

185 pages, Hardcover

First published September 15, 2000

Reviews

[Graceann · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this interesting little volume, women of all ages discuss the wonderfulness and occasional difficulty of friendships among women. Tales abound of cross-country adventures, support in difficult times and, every once in a while, betrayal. Interspersed are ideas for books to read, movies to watch, and parties to have with your sisters of the heart.

Not all of the essays are winners - as happens in a collection, there are a few that make you say "what the heck did I just read?" For instance, one woman writes of the time that her "friend" comes with her to meet a guy that the author had a mad crush on, and 30 minutes later this "friend" is doing him in the parking lot. The author laughs about it, at the time and then again later. Laughing is not what I would have been doing.

For those of us with networks of women who care about our lives, and about whose lives we care in return, this is a nice little memory jogger. It was fun to dip in and out of between "heavier" reads - I felt like I was taking a peek into other women's experiences, and I guess I actually was.

[E.K.]

My best friend gifted me this book on my birthday this year, tongue-in-cheek but also dead seriously. I LOVE the art and overall design. The quotes about friendship sprinkled in throughout the book are great. It was a lighthearted read. Very very straight and most of the women who contributed have lived much more privileged lives than I. Not super relatable but I cherish it because it came from someone I love who undoubtedly knew exactly what I’d like about it.

[Sonja · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great chick stories!

[Bookworm · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute anthology

[Melissa (Always Behind) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute book of stories, recipes, and other tidbits about friendship and celebrating friendship. Nothing that groundbreaking or fantastic, but overall enjoyable.

[Trudy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fun "gift for a friend" book... Lots of witty quotes and fun stories from women ranging between the Duchess of York to Loretta Lynn.

I like reading these and personalizing the gift by writing in my own comments and notes to a friend before I give it.

[Tricia Abel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Duh. Of course it's amazing because I'm in it. That's me in the picture on page 121, right in the middle. Thanks to my friend Jen for writing the story!

[Katherine · Rating 2 out of 5]

The stories in this book were just mediocre and I quickly tired of it and put it aside. It has a few gems but not something I would rush out to buy.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

A quick read. Made me want to gather up every one of my girl friends and have a tea party or a gigantic sleepover. Or do something crazy.

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a funny light read, great for a girls vacation or beach trip. Some of the stories were hilarious others were so touching, great mix and shows true friendship.

[knittyknatty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Inspiring.

[Teresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I gave this one 5 stars as I am a contributor to the collection!

[Brenda Kay · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute book about women's relationships. It was a fun, entertaining book.

[Attie]

Not as funny as I was anticipating.