We knew when one of our favorite authors and people, Beth Harbison, called Robert Rave’s second novel, Waxed, “Charming and hilarious…the perfect summer read and a ton of fun,” that we had to check it out. And not surprisingly, Beth was right. Robert’s writing is sassy, funny and overall brilliant. And the cover of his book is beyond!
Waxed is the story of three relationship-challenged sisters who work at New York’s hottest waxing salon. There’s big sis, Carolina, who owns the salon and is caught in a love triangle. Then there’s middle sis, Anna, who reluctantly joins the workforce after her divorce. And there’s Sofia, a newlywed who doesn’t know if she wants the domestic life or the night life. We loved this story about how some women will do anything to look the part. (Um, I think we can all relate ladies! Need we discuss our last Brazilian bikini wax or the endless hours spent getting weaved, plucked and otherwise prodded?) But what we really boned out on was that a story like this was written by a man!
And five of you will be the lucky winners of a copy of Waxed. Just leave a comment and your name will be entered. We’ll randomly select the winners this Thursday!
After reading and loving Waxed, we knew Robert Rave would be perfect for our 7 Seconds in Heaven feature. He’s a talented writer, funny and, well, easy on the eyes! And we were so right about him! In fact, he had us at Money Can’t Buy You Class!
So without further adieu, we’ll let you spend 7 Seconds in Heaven with Robert Rave!
1. Quickest way to make me smile? Mention the words “satchels of gold” or start singing “Money Can’t Buy You Class” and we’ll be fast friends. I admit it. I’m addicted to the The Real Houswives of New York and all of its craziness. Don’t get me wrong, I like high-brow cinema, literature and music too, but sometimes there’s nothing better than a little junk food
television.
2. I was raised as a Midwestern “meat and potatoes” guy. However, within the last couple years I’ve become vegetarian and now I’m pretty much vegan. I’m not hardcore, but I’m pretty good. My parents are beside themselves about this. They think I’ve lost my mind and are completely baffled as to how I could give up a nice steak or cheeseburger. Theyhave told me repeatedly that it’s time I move out of California and back to the Midwest or at the very least to New York City where I lived for nine years.
3. I have a crazy sweet tooth. Cakes, cookies, and desserts are my thing. However, now those sweet-treats are (mostly) vegan. I make frequent trips to Babycakes bakery for their cupcakes and chocolate-chip cookie sandwiches. They are seriously incredible—you would never know that they are vegan. When I feel really inspired, I make their chocolate chip cookies at home. However, I end up giving most of them away because if left at my house, I will eat every last one.
4. Because of my love of baked goods, you’ll also find me religiously attending Barry’s Bootcamp to work off every last crumb. It’s probably one of the best workouts that I’ve ever done. I’ve completely changed my body because of it. I also have the most random ideas for novels while I’m working out there so I feel like I’m multi-tasking.
5. I have two French Bulldogs that act as my Xanax. I gave them old men names because it totally suits their personalities. My older dog was named after one of the characters from The Golden Girls. Completely and utterly embarrassing, I know.
6. I really want to be a Dad. Wow. It’s like I suddenly went from a light-hearted Q&A to filling out a match.com questionnaire. But it is true. It’s one of those things that has really been playing on my mind a lot lately. I think I would be okay if it didn’t happen for me, but I still like to imagine the possibility.
7. Next up for me is a non-fiction book from St. Martin’s in the fall of 2011. The
title keeps changing so become a fan on Facebook or follow me on Twitter to learn more about it. Right now, I’m writing the outline for a series of books that I’m so beyond excited about I can’t even tell you. I don’t want to say anymore—but I love it.
To find out more about Robert Rave, visit his website and follow him on Facebook. And don’t forget to buy Waxed here!
Thanks so much, Robert!
xoxo,
L&L
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I love that he loves Real Housewives!
Since I love Beth Harbison’s work – I totally trust her on her recommendation of this book! Waxed sounds like a very fun read!!! Plus it doesn’t hurt that Robert is cute to boot!!! **wink Sign me up to win !!! Bethxoxox
Oh My G! RHONY, Sweets, dogs, vegan, and wants to be a dad???! Wrap him up and call him perfect! I’ll take one of those, to go, please. Eeer, I mean…. yes, I want to read his book very much. :)
I am dying to read his book! A few years ago, during a get together with the women in my bible study, the subject of waxing came up. Hilarity ensued. You’d be surprised how many people wax, but never say anything about it.
I’m intrigued to read a Chick Lit offering from a man. Based on his answeres to the questions, he gets us!
I really need to know the names of his dogs! =)
I would love to read a chick lit book written by a man:) This sounds like a great read!
Tracy- we do too!
Beth- he is, isn’t he?! ;) Consider yourself signed up!
I’m already married, but I will marry this guy too! :)
Thank you for the chance to win:)
Lindsay- ha!
Sounds like a interesting read…thx for the chance to win it!
Dawn- I wish I could laugh in my wax appointments!
Sarah- thanks for the comment!
Oh, my! He is a cutie – if only I had a daughter to introduce him to … and the book is on my list also.
This book sounds great! I am excited to read it!
AHHHHHH! I love love love Robert Rave! His books are such fabulous chick lit that you forget it was by a male author. Waxed is on my to-read list but also not yet acquired list. I would love to win a copy.
Rickie- we agree!
Wow–I want to meet this man…I want to read this book! Thanks for the chance to win!
Jen- it is!
I’d love to check this one out. Please enter me to win. :)
As for the dietary changes, I can relate. I’m not a vegetarian or vegan, but I only eat Kosher meat now, for religious reasons. That was a huge change for me and I actually got nostalgic today thinking of all the good burgers I used to have at restaurants. I’ll never get to try the Five Guys burger, which I heard is number 1 in the US. I still get into arguments with my mom over Kosher food and it’s been 7 years already!
Must read this book! Please count me in.
What a fun read! From this midwestern girl tho, you can still live in Cali and enjoy a good steak! :)~
I can’t wait to get my hands on this! I really hope I win, but gosh darnit, had I had this title in my hot little hands at Borders while I browsed relentlessly the other day, I’d have snatched this novel up in a heartbeat! :)
thanks
OMG he sounds like the perfect man if there even is one!!! This book sounds great! Sign me up!
Waxing is quite the fodder for inside jokes with a few good friends I have. All it takes is one mention, and we’re OFF … usually, laughing ’til we cry! Can’t wait to tell them about Robert and Waxed! SO can’t wait to get my hands on a copy of this book – and Money Can’t Buy You Class, too! Thanks for another great giveaway opportunity ladies! You’re. The. Best. xox
I admire Robert’s ability to go Vegan…I wish I had that kind of will power! This book sounds great! I can’t wait to win!! haha
Sounds like a great read. Can’t wait to read a chick-lit book written by a guy :D
…and another one that I want to add to my pile! This looks SOOOO good!
Sounds like a fun read. I don’t think I have ever read chick lit written by a guy. How cool!
Would love to read this, sounds good, and I’m intrigued by a guy writer, too !!
Enjoyed the post and the book sounds great!
Melissa- wow!
Teresa- you’re counted in! :)
Lynn- so true!
Jenn B- You’re signed up!
Jules- Thanks! And thank you for commenting!
Jennifer- I know! The only time I’ve given up meat is during pregnancy and that wasn’t by choice!
Karlene- you will love it!
Susan- it’s a lot of fun!
Stephanie- I know, right?
Nina- thanks for the comment!
Myra- glad you enjoyed it!
I can’t wait to read this book…I’ve heard such good things!
I had no idea Robert Rave had a new book. I’m glad I follow CLIND! Loved his 1st book, SPIN! Can’t wait to read WAXED when I go on vacation next month (if I win)! Just kidding—I will still buy it, even if I don’t.
I’m pretty sure that if 7 little questions made me laugh out loud, the book is going to be great. Plus the man loves Babycakes!
How could he tease us about his dog’s names and then not reveal them ?!?!? Come on Lisa, can’t you get us another second with Robert so he can share their names ???
I’ve never heard of Robert before, and actually never read chick lit written by a man! So, this is a new treat for me! I suppose if he watches my guilty little pleasure on Bravo then he can’t be all bad :)
LOL LOL Satchels of gold!!!! Hahaha!
I read about Robert’s book on another website and got excited about it. This is another one I definitely want to check out. My wishlist seems to be growing oh so much ever since I found this website!
Book sounds awesome! Don’t think I’ve ever read a, “chick-lit” book written by a guy! Hope I win!
Sounds wonderful! I love the idea of a man writing chic-lit and would love to see how he pulls it off :)!
Sounds like a fun read!
how refreshing to see a guy who writes chick-lit. i am sure this is a great read…hope i win a copy!
I have put off reading the final chapter of WAXED because I can’t bare the thought of it being over.
Loved all of Robert’s books. We went to high school together…you may think I am biased, but really, WAXED rocks!
I love when men write “chick lit” – or any book with women as pivotal characters. I think it’s incredible to read how they dive into emotions, etc. I often wonder if they have sisters who they learned from, since it seems that no guy I’ve dated has a clue as to how women feel. And I love the “I really want to be a dad” comment. When people ask me what I really want to do (and I know they mean in terms of a career), I say, “Be a mom,” and it’s the only thing I know I will be successful at and love more than anything else. I used to be embarrassed telling people that, but now I embrace it. It still hasn’t happened, but there’s still hope. :)
He had me at “satchels of gold”.
Sounds like a fun read! I am looking forward to a man’s take on women. :)
Purple is my favourite colour- I would have wanted this book even if I didn’t know that it was chick lit! Now that I know? Icing on the cake, of course!
I wish Robert lots of luck on becoming a father- parenting is an extraordinary journey that everyone who wishes to should be able to experience!
Sara B, I just finished it, it’s cute- you’ll love it!
Rob, see? It pays to follow CLIND! =)
Tenna, I know, right? He is hilarious! And super cute too! xo
Mary, I know! I’ll have to ask him to give up those names!
Rene, I agree! LOVE Bravo!
Kourtney, yes, that’s one of the side effects of reading this blog! ha!
Kat, you’ll love it. Good Luck!
Colleen, he does a great job. I totally forgot it was written by a man while I was reading!
Addie- it is! =)
Robyn, it is! good luck!
Amy, I just finished WAXED, so I know you speak the truth sista! =)
Sarah, awww…what a sweet comment. You just made me smile. And believe me, it WILL happen for you. xo
Kimmi, us too!
Amy M, it’s fun, I promise!
Jonita, I love the cover too! Thanks for the comment!
Sounds like a fantastic book!
This sounds so good! Saw it on Chick Lit Club and was curious so now I will definitely check it out. Can’t wait to see how a man’s writing style will be for chick lit. :)
I haven’t read a male author’s chick lit before…sounds like a fun read!
Sounds like a great read. I just picked up Lauren Weisberger’s new book, so I’ll definitely have to add this one to my list. Would also be nice to win a copy.
I am going to read this book regardless if I win it here or not. It is wonderful that a man wrote a book for women,about women. Definitely looking forward to reading this one!!!!!
Can’t wait to read this one!!
The writer obviously pulled it off , with positive comments from this blog, that he indeed did it with flying colors on coming up with a refreshing take of chicklit book and as a believer also of chicklit is not dead, I wanted to get my hands and touch and read this refresshing book savoring it in all its glory.
So cool that there is a Chick Lit book written by a man. Who would have thought?! Hope I win; I’d love to read it, although, even if I don’t, I may have to purchase it anyway!
Wow, I am excited to read a mans take on chick lit!
Seriously this is the best site! I love always being able to update my reading list. This sounds like fun, thank you, ladies!
The book sounds like a great read!
Jennifer- Thanks!
Oh this sounds SO good! Would love to read a “man’s” perspective on chick lit. And Liz, how do you find the time to read so much?? Job, kids, etc…you amaze me girl!
Thanks Patricia! You are so sweet! xo
A man who freely admits to really wanting to be a dad? I’ll start the collective “awww!” chorus!
Sounds like a great read, and I’m definitely intrigued by a male perspective on the female experience. Thanks for the chance!
sounds like a wonderful book, I really enjoyed Spin by Robert.. one of my all time favourites!
Jessica- it’s great!
Meg- I know, right?!
I could use another fun summer read. Sounds like the perfect book.
Not too bad on the eyes either huh? I love that a guy writes chick lit. Love it!!!
CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of WAXED by Robert Rave! martinezfamily00@msn.com, jenrobin2002@yahoo.com, jessica_dicriscio13@hotmail.com, pjanderson2@sbcglobal.net and jonitathebookchick@gmail.com. Thank you for your comments! And thanks to everyone who commented and continues to support Chick Lit Is Not Dead!!! xoxo, L&L