5-Star Reader Reviews of The Rooftop Party

 

The reader reviews are in and I am bowled over! Huge thanks to all the folks who have taken the time to leave 5-star reviews on Amazon, NetGalley, Goodreads, Barnes & Noble and other sites.

Here are some highlights... 

Amazon 

Susan D.
êêêêê Witty and wild!
This book has everything fun! A glamorous New York setting, a witty and strong woman in charge, a heart-pounding romance, zinging one-liners, and a villain that gets murdered! How fun is that?

Kindle Customer
êêêêê  A Great Read
Meister is a master storyteller and The Rooftop Party showcases her mastery.

New England Reader
êêêêê Another fun romcom mystery by the witty Meister
Ellen Meister knows this genre. She knows how to toss a witty line and move the plot forward fast, one twist after another, keeping on the edge all the way. She also knows how to make us love her main character, Dana, who is full of flaws, but also full of heart.

Bob Zeanah 
êêêêê Ellen never fails to entertain 
I enjoyed every minute of reading this book.

Jeffrey Penn May 
êêêêê Shopping Party 
Meister masterfully hits all the right notes. I zoomed through The Rooftop Party in a few sittings. What more could you ask for?

Kathleen Hughes 
êêêêê Totally delightful! 
I want more! I love pot smoking, wine drinking Dana. I wanted to buy the entire Reluven line after Dana’s sales pitch to the Board of Directors. I want Ashlee to have her own series. I want to know whether Dana chooses acting or selling. Ellen Meister, please write faster! And for anyone reading this review, run to the nearest library or bookstore and get The Rooftop Party. 

Eileen Wells
êêêêê An Intriguing Read
Ms. Meister wrote a wonderful, emotional and heartwarming story that should not be missed.

Saralee Rosenberg
êêêêêThe Rooftop Party Takes Readers to New Heights  
I loved this fast-paced romantic mystery that is bold, fun and memorable… If you are looking for that perfect beach read, the book that goes great with a pina colada (or two), then cheers. THE ROOFTOP PARTY will bring you all the way to the top and never let you down.

CathyGrace
êêêêê Loved
I love all this author's books. The [audiobook] narrator is really talented.

NetGalley

Janet P. Librarian
êêêêê This book is ridiculously enjoyable - a quick, great plot and lots of twists and turns. It was utterly readable and enjoyable and I will recommend it to friends, family and patrons alike.

Bridget E.
êêêêê The Rooftop Party is a delightfully blended rom-com with a mystery that results in a highly entertaining read.

Jeanne M.
êêêêê This is a perfect beach read and one of my favorites of the year.

Yvonne H.
êêêêê I can’t say enough how much I loved this one.  It’s a perfect beach read or a fun book to read any time of the year.  I now have a new “must read” author to add to  my list.

Rebecca B.
êêêêê This story had everything murder, drugs, family drama, relationship issues, and a boatload of other fun intrigues.

Heather D.
êêêêê GIMME MORE! GIMME MORE! I need more from Ellen Meister in this series about Dana, her hottie cop bf, and her friends. Edge of my seat, side splitting laughter, twists, turns, spins and yurns ... for more! I didn't want to put down, so I didn't!

Kimberly M.
êêêêê Thank you Ellen for always giving us a good time! This story flows and I love the characters! Here’s hoping for more Dana in our future!

GoodReads*

Beverly
êêêêê Ellen Meister can take the most unlikely scenes (like selling cosmetics to the Board of a TV Shopping Channel) and RIVET you with her energetic and brilliant writing!

*Note: Many GoodReads reviewers cross-post their reviews; I have omitted these from this section to avoid repeats.

Interview Roundup: THE ROOFTOP PARTY

 There were no in-person events for THE ROOFTOP PARTY, but I did a few live online interviews, and am happy to share them with you here.

BOOK REVUE
Lucky me! My launch event was a live interview by author David Henry Sterry. Click here to watch the recorded event.

A MIGHTY BLAZE
You know what's more fun than doing an online interview? Doing an online interview while making a new friend. Click below to watch me click with the fun and brilliant Sara DiVello.

READING WITH ROBIN
Talking with Robin Kall is always like chatting with an old friend! Click to watch our quick chat, which was my first time on Instagram Live. 

SYOSSET LIBRARY

Libraries are near and dear to my heart, and I've spent my fair share in this one. So I was delighted when the Syosset Library invited me for a virtual visit. 

A CHAT WITH POET DOUG HOLDER

A chat about Dorothy Parker can lead anywhere! This time we circled around to writing and THE ROOFTOP PARTY. Always fun to chat with a fellow writer and Dorothy Parker fan.

SPEAKING OF VIDEOS

I took a few minutes to record myself reading an excerpt from the book...

Review Roundup: THE ROOFTOP PARTY

 

I've been a bad blogger. Sorry. Social media takes up so much of my mental bandwidth. But here I am to say my latest book was published on May 25, and it's probably getting the best reviews of anything I've written. Some examples... 

“Meister creates an engaging mystery in the unique setting of the home shopping world. It’s as fun to watch Dana piece together the clues as it is to see the behind-the-scenes details of her life as a TV host. Dana juggles a relationship, family drama, and a high-profile job, making her likable and easy to root for. Meister imbues her (and many other characters) with a quick wit and plenty of laughworthy lines. Perfect for readers who like their mysteries light on the murder but heavy on the humor.”

- Kirkus Reviews

“A wickedly entertaining rom-com/murder mystery from start to finish. It promises to be a contender for beach read of the year.”

- BookReporter

“A fast and fun read with an engaging heroine and supporting cast.”

- Library Journal

“Charming and ensemble-driven, Meister’s witty novel eliminates suspects while exploring the layers of Dana’s ambition as she decides what’s most important in her life. Fans of Janelle Brown’s Pretty Things, Julie Valerie’s Village of Primm series, and Sonja Yoerg’s Stories We Never Told will have a tough time leaving Meister’s latest behind.”

- Booklist

“This quickly became my favorite read of 2021… could not put it down.”

- Socrates’ Book Reviews

Amazon * Barnes & Noble * Books-A-Million * IndieBound * Bookshop * Target * Walmart

Congrats, Goodreads Winners!

Congrats to the 50 winners of Love Sold Separately advance review copies on Goodreads! Big thanks to all who entered.
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WINNERS

Paula Carlson, Rachelle, Kimberly Martin, Laura, Amanda Gannon, Tami, Marla, Sydney Stockton, Corinne, Emily Southworth, Nikki, oohlalabooks, Jenmarzi, Roxy, Jackie, Sherri, Florence, adaynasmile, Jenna Demerest, Vicki, Connor Janssen, Rina, Kelly Ballenger, Megan Cremins, Kiley, Jennifer, Emily, Deishima, Michelle, Molly, Holcombe Hughes, Karen Kuhn, Catherine Pettus, Special K, Melissa, Natalie, Nicole, MyBookTurnedBrain, Cayla, Natalie Jackson, Barbara, Bill Reilly, Shekenah, Ann, Keeley, Donna Marsh, Susan, Meredith MacKenzie , Amanda, Amanda-Has-A-Bookcase

 

How to Say Goodbye to Fern

In 2002, I lost my best friend, Fern Meyerowitz. In 2005, I tried to write about my grief, but found I could only do it in second person. The essay was published in an ezine called Flashquake, which is now defunct and offline. Since the piece no longer accessible, I'm pasting it in below to preserve it.

How to Say Goodbye to Fern

by Ellen Meister

1. Be there to answer the phone when her husband calls to say Fern has had enough and will be going home to take hospice care. Say "I understand" when he explains that it was her decision. Say it again when he tells you that if you are going to pray for her, please do not pray for her to get well. Pray for her to die quickly.

2. Light a candle and do as you are told. Ask God to take her quickly. Do not wish for a miracle.

3. When her husband calls again to say come now if you want to say good-bye, do not cry on the phone. Wait until you hang up. Then fall to your knees and wail in selfish abandon. She was your best friend. You are too young for her to die.

4. Say okay when your husband insists on going with you. Understand he wants to say good-bye, too. And also, he doesn't want you driving alone like this. He is afraid you are so distraught you will wrap the car around a tree, leaving him and the children all alone. For a terrible moment, resent Fern for having the freedom to die without leaving anyone motherless.

5. Rest your face against the cool glass of the window and say nothing when your husband reaches over and squeezes your hand.

6. Try not to panic when you see other cars in front of her house, even though you thought you would have her to yourself.

7. Sit limply at her bedside with the others, smelling death. Notice that she is lucid, but her eyes are already dead. Be patient as you wait for someone to understand that you are her oldest friend and have the greatest claim. When no one speaks up, make the announcement yourself; ask them to leave you alone with her for a few minutes.

8. When she turns to you and says, "What do you want to ask me?" go blank. Tell her you just want her to know how much you love her. When she answers, "You were everything," let yourself weep and weep and weep.

9. Later, agree with your husband when he says it is silly to cancel the trip; she could hang on for weeks. But know in your heart that your cellphone will ring while you are in Disneyworld.

10. Then, when it happens, on a recklessly sunny day just as you are climbing into a ferryboat to Magic Kingdom, thank the caller for letting you know. You will be the only one crying on the boat, but soon you will stop. You have forever to mourn your friend. Today you will go to Pirates of the Caribbean.

Are You a JAP (Jewish American Princess) Poster

This blog has been dormant for years, but I wanted to be sure I put this image out there into cyber space, in case anyone else on planet Earth has been on the hunt for this thing and needs to know that it really exists.

I first saw this ARE YOU A JAP  (Jewish American Princess) poster in high school, but had a hard time finding anyone else who remembered it. And I searched the internet for it for years and years, without even finding a reference to it. I was beginning to think I had imagined the whole thing. But now it's my possession, thanks to a certain Google wizard and a generous benefactor. I am overjoyed!

Memorial Day 2018

The most patriotic way we can honor our fallen heroes is to protest racism, injustice and tyranny.

Why I'm Marching

I am marching because women's rights are human rights.
I am marching because we will have a sexual predator in the White House.
I am marching because we must protect Roe v. Wade.
I am marching because without Planned Parenthood, women will die.
I am marching because we must protect the health of ALL Americans.
I am marching because climate change threatens every living thing on earth.
I am marching for civil rights.
I am marching for LGBT rights.
I am marching for immigrant rights.
I am marching for voting rights.
I am marching for religious rights.
I am marching because we have an administration that cares only about the rich.
I am marching for the poor.
I am marching for the middle class.
I am marching for the sick.
I am marching for the hungry.
I am marching because we have an administration so regressive it doesn't believe in science.
I am marching because the Tea Party is the American Taliban.
I am marching because we elected a con man who ran a campaign based on hatred, fear, scapegoating and lies.
I am marching because he is evil and dangerous.
I am marching because his closest advisor is a white nationalist.
I am marching because he will sell us out to line his own pockets.
I am marching because he is a lying racist who led the birther movement.
I am marching because he is a thief and a narcissist and a bully.
I am marching because the VP-elect tried to force women to bury or cremate their miscarried or aborted fetuses.
I am marching because the VP-elect supports conversion therapy.
I am marching because the Russians hijacked the election.
I am marching because Russia has him over a barrel.
I am marching because 11 days before the election, James Comey interfered, effectively killed Hillary's chance of winning.
I am marching because of gerrymandering.
I am marching because of voter suppression.
I am marching because Citizens United is anti-American.
I am marching because of what he said about Carly Fiorina's face.
I am marching because of what he said about Hillary Clinton's behind.
I am marching because he slut-shamed and fat-shamed Miss Universe.
I am marching because he said Megyn Kelly had blood coming out of her wherever.
I am marching because he's a pussy grabber.
I am marching because he imitated a disabled reporter.
I am marching because he doesn't believe in the free press.
I am marching for NATO.
I am marching for the ACA.
I am marching for Obama's legacy.
I am marching for peace.
I am marching because Hillary won the popular vote.
I am marching because I am a mother.
I am marching because I am a patriot.
I am marching because I am a woman.

Stay safe, everyone.

Summer Reading for Dorothy Parker Fans

The ghost of Dorothy Parker in the twenty-first century ...

"Meister skillfully translates the rapier-like wit of the Algonquin Round Table to modern-day New York." -Publishers Weekly

"Meister's Dorothy Parker is just as sharp, witty and pleasantly mean as fans would expect. Her humanity shines through, though, along with her humor." -Kirkus Reviews

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These titles are also available in audiobook and all ebook formats.

Dorothy Parker Flash Sale

Amazon and Barnes & Noble have just put my Dorothy Parker books on sale. In my experience, these sale prices tend to disappear in a flash, so you if you're interested, don't wait ...

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Interview with Joyce Maynard

I recently had the pleasure of interviewing one of my favorite authors, Joyce Maynard, for Long Island Woman. Joyce and I spoke about her wonderful new book, Under the Influence.

Please click here to read the interview. Thanks!

Love from the interwebs ...

Now that Dorothy Parker Drank Here is available in paperback, it's garnering some renewed attention from the bloggers and other websites. Here are some of my favorite recent reviews.

From Red Carpet Crash
'Dorothy Parker Drank Here’ May Be The Book Of The Year
"Dorothy Parker is a Dame! She smokes, drinks, has a mouth on her like a sailor and flirts like there’s no tomorrow. And she is Dead! ... A really terrific read."
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From Constantly Reading Momma
"I’m giving Dorothy Parker Drank Here five (yes FIVE) stars. So much fun, lots of heart, well written, and engrossing. The characters are perfect and real (even the ‘ghost’ of Parker), and the story resonates. I think this would make a fun movie, and it’s a great book club pick!!! Get it now, and read it over the long Christmas break when you’re stuck with your family!!!"
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From BookPleasures:
"Great characters make this unusual novel compelling. What makes it unusual is that the characters are both dead and alive...Meister has the language of literary pretentiousness and bon mots of personalities down pat."
Read more.

From Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore
"If you love Dorothy Parker, imagine her ghost haunting the Algonquin Hotel, frightening the guests and ordering cocktails from the staff. In Meister’s witty novel, Parker encounters a cast of characters, including a curmudgeonly old writer and an eager young television producer, each with their own crazy agenda. A fun ride great for fans of Jonathan Tropper or Maria Semple."
Read more.

From Books and Movies and Stuff
"As in 'Farewell, Dorothy Parker,' Ms. Meister shows an encyclopedic knowledge of Dorothy Parker’s wit. Even when not using one of Mrs. Parker’s direct quotes, the author has a firm, hilarious command of what she would say, and how she would say it."
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From A Midwife Life
"The author has crafted a masterpiece containing deep, complex characters that you will be happy you discovered. Not one to be missed!"
Read more

From Journey of a Bookseller
"The ending was different from what I expected and I liked it. This one is well worth a read ...rip roarin' good fun."
Read more

From It's About the Book
"An original story line and characters that will delight and captivate ... Meister works magic as a storyteller, able to weave together the multiple lines of this story into a luminous whole with a beautiful message. Sharp, funny, bittersweet–this book is a must-read from start to finish."
Read more.


You can buy Dorothy Parker Drank Here in paperback at your local bookstore, or order online today.
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Paperback pub day for Dorothy Parker Drank Here!

Good news for paper lovers. Dorothy Parker Drank Here is now available in paperback! You can buy it at your local bookstore, or purchase it online.

Amazon • Barnes & Noble • Books-A-Million • IndieBound • Target • Walmart

It's also available in all ereader and audiobook formats.

Kindle • Nook • iBooks • Kobo • Audible 

If you don't yet have a copy, I hope you'll consider buying it today. Here are some review snippets ...

"Meister's Dorothy Parker is just as sharp, witty and pleasantly mean as fans would expect. Her humanity shines through, though, along with her humor ... a surprisingly emotional novel. Not even death can keep Dorothy Parker down in this sad and funny story."  -Kirkus Reviews

"[Meister] does a lovely job of imagining the voice of Dorothy Parker with equal parts wit, heartbreak, and practicality." - Booklist

"Hilarious ... and liberally sprinkled with Parker’s signature acerbic humor." - Publishers Weekly

"A quick, charming read that will delight Parker fans and stoke the curiosity of those unfamiliar with her great wit." - Library Journal

"The writing is stellar, making it difficult to put the book down." - RT Book Reviews

"Between the martinis and the bon mots, there's bite and charm in [Dorothy Parker Drank Here], which conjures the spirit of the titular literary wit." - Closer Magazine

"It’s a great comic complement to novels like THE PARIS WIFE and LOVING FRANK, and if you’re not a fan of Parker’s or Meister’s already, you soon will be." - Book Reporter

"Dorothy Parker Drank Here is a wild ride, pairing the well-researched wit of Dorothy Parker with a contemporary story of success and failure, romance and family. Meister's brilliant interpretation of Parker's ghost in the modern world keeps the novel from ever veering into the land of cliché as she brings to life--or rather, brings to ghostliness--the spirit of one of the most famous writers of the Algonquin Round Table." - Shelf Awareness

"This well-written story rolls right along after drawing you in at page one. Meister has a flare for the quips for which Dorothy Parker was so famous, making the reader feel as if the venerable Mrs. Parker has sprung back to life, never to leave us again."  - Dish Magazine

"Classic wit, sparkling zingers and rapid-fire one-liners ... park reality at the door and let this book sweep you up into a nostalgic tale punctuated with contemporary themes."  - Lincoln Journal Star  

Query Workshop!

"Ellen Meister is one of the few people in the business who really understands how to craft a query letter that will hook an agent. She helped me hone mine and I know she can help you with yours. I think you'll find her program invaluable." - Lisa McMann, NYT bestselling author.


Consider this an announcement for my writer friends. You may know that I've been a creative writing instructor for several years. But I've been helping writers hone their query letters for even longer. It's the nexus of my background in marketing and my writing experiences. And of course, I'm quite proud that I was able to help Lisa McMann, who went on to become a New York Times bestselling author. Her query letter was even featured by Writer's Digest as an example of a successful query.

I've teamed up with the folks at WordTango to create a Weekend Query Workshop, where I'll be posting my best tips and insights. I have so much to share with you! So if you have a novel and no literary agent, please consider taking this workshop. I know you'll get a lot out of it!

The only catch is that registration is limited. So if you're interested, please sign up right away. You can even purchase a private critique of your query.

Click here for more information on my WordTango Weekend Query Workshop, Dec. 4 - 6.

Book Giveaway!

My publisher is giving away TWENTY signed copies of Farewell, Dorothy Parker, over on Goodreads. Feel free to enter even if you already own one--the holidays are coming up and you can give it as a gift.

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"A Wild Ride"

"Dorothy Parker Drank Here is a wild ride, pairing the well-researched wit of Dorothy Parker with a contemporary story of success and failure, romance and family. Meister's brilliant interpretation of Parker's ghost in the modern world keeps the novel from ever veering into the land of cliché as she brings to life--or rather, brings to ghostliness--the spirit of one of the most famous writers of the Algonquin Round Table."
- Shelf Awareness


Would you like a signed copy of Dorothy Parker Drank Here?

Great news! I teamed up with my local independent bookstore, Book Revue, to offer signed, personalized copies of Dorothy Parker Drank Here. And they ship anywhere in the world! Just give them a call at 631-271-1442. Or use this form and someone from Book Revue will call to get your information.

Dorothy Parker Drank Here is also available from all of the usual places, and is in hardcover as well as all ereader formats.

Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Books-A-Million | IndieBound | Powell's | iBooks

"Meister's Dorothy Parker is just as sharp, witty and pleasantly mean as fans would expect. Her humanity shines through, though, along with her humor ... a surprisingly emotional novel. Not even death can keep Dorothy Parker down in this sad and funny story."
-Kirkus Reviews

"[Meister] does a lovely job of imagining the voice of Dorothy Parker with equal parts wit, heartbreak, and practicality."
- Booklist

"Hilarious ... and liberally sprinkled with Parker’s signature acerbic humor."
- Publishers Weekly

"A quick, charming read that will delight Parker fans and stoke the curiosity of those unfamiliar with her great wit."
- Library Journal

"The writing is stellar, making it difficult to put the book down."
- RT Book Reviews

"Between the martinis and the bon mots, there's bite and charm in [Dorothy Parker Drank Here], which conjures the spirit of the titular literary wit."
- Closer Magazine

"It’s a great comic complement to novels like THE PARIS WIFE and LOVING FRANK, and if you’re not a fan of Parker’s or Meister’s already, you soon will be."
- Book Reporter

"This well-written story rolls right along after drawing you in at page one. Meister has a flare for the quips for which Dorothy Parker was so famous, making the reader feel as if the venerable Mrs. Parker has sprung back to life, never to leave us again."
- Dish Magazine

Welcome Dorothy Parker Drank Here!

I'm thrilled to announce that Dorothy Parker Drank Here is now available in stores everywhere!

Not coincidentally, I'm appearing on websites everywhere as I try to get the word out. Here's where you can find me ...



Blogs and Essays

Writer's Digest: Dorothy Parker's Lessons in Self-Doubt

Huffington Post: Insults and Put-Downs, Algonquin Style

Biographile: 7 Reasons Dorothy Parker Belongs in 21st Century Fiction

Shelf Awareness: Image of the Day

Writers in the Storm: 8 Tips to Outsmart Facebook, Dorothy Parker Style

Girlfriends Book Club: Celebrating Publication Day

Romance at Random: Ten Things You Didn't Know About Ellen Meister

The Page 69 Test

Advice to Writers

Daily Beast: Dorothy Parker Slices and Dices

On the Air

KBAC: Author Ellen Meister Talks About Her New Book, "Dorothy Parker Drank Here" 

Northeast Public Radio: The Roundtable

KSLX: Mark Mayfield Interviews Ellen Meister

Life Elsewhere

Skype Interview by J.J. Murphy

KMA Dean and Don

KLCK 1400: Roger Nichols interviews Ellen Meister

Reading with Robin

My Life in Art with Lawrence Spiro

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Mary Whipple Reviews

Publishers Weekly

Library Journal 

JudithDCollinsMustReads

Long Island Pulse

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