Fun connection of many characters and their eccentric viewpoints of life. Hilarious and sweet nostalgia fill in the rest of the short narratives.

I was so thrilled to see that Fannie Flagg had a new book coming. It is quirky, funny and different. I love her books. She is just sooo Southern

Perfection. Fanny flag has a remarkable ability to write wholesome stories of our inherent human-ness, and this is her at the top of her game. Interconnected stories weave the tapestry of life and connection and family with a beautiful, albeit slightly heavy handed, message wrapping them together like a perfectly placed gift.

Loved all these short stories. Some were lighthearted, some with an unexpected twist at the end. All of them gave the reader something to think about.

Fannie Flagg's world is full of charm and humor and reading a new book by her is like a visit home. I'm always going to pick up and read her work. This latest book is a collection of short stories, some more fully deveoped than others. I wish the editorial time had asked for some to be made into a fuller work and others to be left out, as it ends up with uneven quality to me as reader. Nevertheless, this book will hold its own for her faithful readers.

Fannie Flagg is a treasure and I’m grateful she’s still writing. These delightful vignettes sooth the soul while bringing a smile to your face.

What a breath of fresh air. These wonderful heartwarming stories is just what we all need in these very unsettled and troublesome times.

A wonderful little book of stories that will warm your heart. I really enjoyed this quick read. Thanks for doing it again!

I loved this book of stories by Fannie Flagg! If you’ve read her books before, you’ll know to expect her cute, down-home sense of humor and fun style. And if you haven’t, you’re in for a treat!

Every story has a special lesson with a fun twist. I couldn’t wait to see what was going to happen in each story that would prove Fannie’s sweet, positive attitude towards life.

If you are looking for a feel-good book, or need a little “pick-me-up” -- you’ll want to read this book!

I’d like to thank NetGalley, Fannie Flagg, and Random House for the advanced reader's copy in exchange for my unbiased review.

Fannie Flagg's books are like a big warm hug while sittin on the porch and sippin sweet tea. I was excited to read this one, and once again she didn't disappoint. Told with her great sense of humor, there are thirty interconnected short stories that are about people and how we deal with the curveballs life deals us.

Thank you to the author, Random House and NetGalley for the opportunity to preview the book in exchange for my honest review.

When I had the opportunity to receive Fannie Flagg's ARC, I couldn't wait to dig in. I love her books and the way she can make you feel about all kinds of different characters. I struggled through this book of short stories because I couldn't find a way to connect to any one. Maybe it's because I've struggle with short stories in general. Die hard fans may enjoy, but I prefer her full length novels.

I was excited to read this one because I have loved all her books, but I could not connect to any of the characters in the short stories. Some stories were better than others, while some I downright just hated. I gave this 3 stars because of the ones I liked.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for my ARC.

It is always a good day when Fannie Flagg releases a new book, This was different from her past books that this was all short stories of which some were connected.
I found myself smiling and laughing out loud often at her clever characters and situations descriptions, Perfect to read curled up in front of a fireplace, lying on a beach or anywhere. Bravo on this book and I can't wait to recommend this book.

This was a very different than usual book from Fannie Flagg. This is not her typical long, detailed story about one group of interesting characters, but is instead a book with many short stories involving many different characters. It's a slice of life in so many wonderful ways!! The characters and stories are all told with the usual humor, depth, and genuineness that you've come to expect from Fannie Flagg. My only complaint is that I wish the book could have been even longer with more characters, stories, and revisits to many of the stories! Fannie Flagg never disappoints, and Something To Look Forward To: Fictions is as charming, well-written, and entertaining as each of her previous books. She certainly knows human nature and puts it into words brilliantly.

I have always enjoyed Fannie Flagg books. Something to Look Forward To is a series of vignettes about life that cover multiple times, multiple places, and many different people. Some of the stories are interrelated but most are not. While I still felt privileged to meet some of these quirky characters and to experience Ms. Flagg’s down-home southern humor, I felt very disappointed by this book. To me, it just wasn’t up to the usual standards that Ms. Flagg has given us in the past. That being said I still remain a loyal Fannie Flagg fan and am anxiously awaiting her next release.

Actually really, really loved this one. I am a fan of Fanny Flagg’s books and this one was a really beautiful one. I’ll definitely be recommending it - and probably be buying a copy for on my shelf. ❤️

Fannie Flagg does it again. I’ve been reading her books since the '80s, and every time I pick up one of her stories, I feel like I’m coming home. Something to Look Forward To is no exception. It’s warm, heartfelt, witty, and exactly what I needed in a world that often feels upside down.

This collection of interconnected stories weaves through small towns and big cities, introducing a cast of unforgettable characters who are all navigating life’s curveballs. From a great-grandmother in Kansas trying to bridge the generational divide, to a woman in New York boldly reclaiming her independence, to a quirky FBI agent observing human nature in the most charming way—each vignette reflects Flagg’s trademark humor, compassion, and insight.

The stories are about love and loss, resilience and reinvention, but most of all, they’re about hope. Even when life throws its hardest punches, Flagg’s characters find ways to keep going—sometimes with tears, sometimes with laughter, and often with both.

This book feels especially timely. In an era filled with uncertainty, Fannie Flagg reminds us there’s still joy to be found, kindness to be shared, and reasons—big or small—to keep looking forward. I highly recommend this to anyone in need of a literary hug and a good, genuine laugh.

If you loved Fried Green Tomatoes, you’ll feel right at home here.

omething to Look Forward To by Fannie Flagg, A collection unique, quirky, down to earth, common sense stories of life lessons gently learned. Always can depend on Ms Flagg to give a different views on life from Velma's small town home, to Bill Frawley's journey and even a scary microscopic world in a science class. A shout out to Mr Tubbs who knows a good guy when he appears. Always a pleasure to read Ms Flagg books

Thank you to Ms Flagg, Random House and NetGalley for the opportunity to preview the book.

Any Fannie Flagg book is going to entertain you, make you laugh out loud, and maybe even shed a tear or two. Her newest collection of short stories is not exception.
I devoured SOMETHING TO LOOK FORWARD TO in one sitting. The stories are charming, filled with hope and make you wonder if she is writing about you instead of fictional characters.
Two stand out stories for me were surprising because one mentioned my hometown, and the other my alma mater. It was as if Flagg knew me.
Told with wit, charm, pathos, and drama, all these stand alone stories are simply wonderful, with one continuous thread of humanity woven into each of them.
Brava. 4.5 stars from me. Thankyou Netgalley and Ms Flagg for a sneak peek!

Fannie Flagg's homespun tales are filled with humor, irony and common sense while plumbing the depths of human emotions and offering up conclusions that make the reader laugh out loud or cry in sorrow. As I read the stories I thought for awhile that they grew in seriousness and the book might come to a weighty close. But Flagg deftly alternates so that readers will arrive at some obvious conclusions about their fellow human beings, with satisfaction and an understanding of the author's message to us all. These are trying times, filled with concerns and worries about the world and how to preserve love, vanquish misunderstanding and hatred. Fannie Flagg's book of wonderful stories bolster hope and faith in our fellow travelers.