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How to be Champion
- An Autobiography
- Narrated by: Sarah Millican
- Length: 6 hrs and 57 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Part autobiography, part self-help, part confession, part celebration of being a common-or-garden woman, part collection of synonyms for nunny, Sarah Millican's debut audiobook delves into her super normal life with daft stories, funny tales and proper advice on how to get past life's blips - like being good at school but not good at friends, the excitement of IBS and how to blossom postdivorce.
If you've ever worn glasses at the age of six, worn an off-the-shoulder gown with no confidence, been contacted by an old school bully, lived in your childhood bedroom in your 30s, been gloriously dumped in a Frankie and Benny's, cried so much you felt great, been for a romantic walk with a dog or worn leggings two days in a row even though they smelt of wee from a distance, then this is your audiobook. If you haven't done those things but wish you had, this is your audiobook. If you just want to laugh on a train/sofa/toilet or under your desk at work, this is your audiobook.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
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- Cara Skelsey
- 03-07-2021
I laughed AND cried
Just really good. Thank you. Oh, what; I need 15 words here?! Banana cake yum.
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- Anonymous User
- 20-02-2022
thank you
from one very average women on the other side of the world (me) to one amazing women (Sarah Millican). Thankyou for writing this book.
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- Julie Hart
- 29-10-2017
So many laughs
Thank you Sarah Millican, such a wonderful book. The best time commitment I've had in a while. Sarah I wish you were my friend at school... I could have done with someone like you x
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- Anonymous User
- 04-01-2019
I love Sarah Millican!
Was just introduced to Sarah by a friend so thought I’d give her audiobook a try. So happy I did as she had me laughing so often, and now we’re going to see her live which I’m super excited for. Great listen and thank you Sarah for sharing and being so candid.
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- Amazon Customer
- 18-04-2019
amazing!
I loved this memoir, 2nd ever audible book listened to. made me laugh, cry and was a fab accompaniment to driving. you are a champion Sarah Milican!
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- T M Watson
- 02-09-2019
Honest & Relatable
I LOVED this book! It made me laugh, it made me have a little cry and it reminded me how good sugary tea is. I've never been one for autobiographies but when Sarah said this one was listenable, I knew I had to have it. I do not regret my decision. At the end of this book, I like myself a little bit more, I know what I want to achieve in my thirties and I can bake a bloody good banana cake. Thank you Sarah, for being yourself and for being brave enough to write (and read) about it 💕
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- Linda Stuart
- 24-09-2019
Hilarious
Loved this book, her accent reminded me of ‘The North East’ now that I live in Australia.
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- tinaznz
- 04-10-2019
I loved it.
I think she is a brave and clever woman. I would love to see her show.
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- Professional Gypsy
- 06-11-2019
A wonderful listen to brighten your day
A wonderful and insightful story about the life of this hilarious comedian. A very easy listen and will have you giggling along in no time. I will try and be more champion now thanks to this book :)
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- Anonymous User
- 02-10-2023
Thank you Sarah!
I adored this book. Many thanks for all the giggles and belly laughs!! Frigin’ Champion.
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