This week, Susie Black’s Saturday Author Spotlight shines on satirical humorist Jay Alden Bailey.
About the author
Jay Alden Bailey grew up
in the 1960s and '70s. Jay had a turbulent childhood that impacted his entire life. Bailey now enjoys writing about his experiences and expresses himself through writing. He shares his stories and anecdotes with satirical humor and a philosophical outlook.
Part autobiographical, part catharsis, part philosophical, Mudflap: A true story ... every little bit is a no-holds-barred primer on how to get through life.
Here’s a blurb to whet your appetite:
“Hold on tight, or better yet, bolt yourself down as you get a ride under the bus next to Mudflap. Out of a family split-up and battles with social and economic forces, Mudflap is born. He has a message for you, satirical and philosophical, powerful enough to propel you through the millennium, and more importantly -- show you how NOT to be thrown under the bus.”
Here is what readers have to say about Mudflap:
Norats Inthecorn: “Author Jay Alden Bailey tells Mudflap’s story in a no-frills, fast-paced, yet intimate manner that drew me completely into Mudflap’s world. I found myself rooting for Mudflap as he struggled to rise above his limited means to attain the American Dream. Not only is Mudflap the story of a man, it is also a narrative about American society and the pitfalls inherent in the American educational and business system. Mudflap is you and me and everyone else dealing with life in this world. This is a brilliant “true story… every little bit,” written by a brilliant writer; a guaranteed satisfying read most of us can relate to. Get this one! Read it, think about it, and then tell your friends to get it. FIVE shimmering stars, and kudos to author Jay Alden Bailey!”
V Lady: “This wonderful, funny, and enlightening book made me look at myself from the outside. I am very grateful to the author for his humor and for his analysis of the situations his character gets into. I think we all could use a break sometimes, take a step back from ourselves, our life experiences, our emotions, and self-worth, and look at things through different eyes. This is a great read and a practicum at the same time. I recommend it to anyone looking for an unusual book. Special thanks to the author for his humor!”
Andrew: “Nearly from the outset, I connected with this guy. His story was/became my story. Family tiffs. Business successes. Business setbacks. Neighbor feuds. It was all there. The more I read, the more I thought it was definitely a "guy's" book. But by the end of the book, I realized that a wife, girlfriend, or daughter might get a bit more insight into the hard trek some guys have to endure. Simply written. Short vignettes. Anecdotal. A good book for anyone who has worked their ass off and still gets thrown under the bus. You're not alone.”
Tina Foster: “Mudflap is the person who is always thrown under the bus, but they hang onto the back next to the wheel. Mudflap is every man or woman who is caught in this situation. We all can relate to his story. I really liked his philosophy and could relate to his life in many ways. A great book for anyone who likes personal stories, some humor, and sage advice thrown into the mix. Loved it.”
Amazon reader: “Mudflap is an intensely relatable man. His story is well-written and gripping. It drew me in and held me to the end. I highly recommend it.”
B. Pidto: “Well-written and very thought-provoking!”
https://www.amazon.com/Mudflap-true-story-every-little-ebook/dp/B086PG