A fun read I had on my list for my food category in the 999 challenge. Keaggy has collected used grocery lists, and assembled them, along with funny, snarky, and insightful comments on who might have made such lists. The book actually shows the lists, with the bad penmanship, the eclectic assortment of paper (or wood chips) used to write them, and the abominable spelling. It was a quick and fun read...definitely not worth buying, but if you see at the library grab it for an enjoyable hour. ( )

This book is a collection of shopping lists found by the author left in shopping carts, etc. It's a funny idea, because you really can tell a lot about a person from their shopping list, sometimes to a disturbing degree. The author presents the idea as a window into a private, often poorly spelled, sphere of thought that we don't often see in others. And he's right, a lot of the lists do evoke some sort of story; I was reminded of Hemingway's 6-word story contest. It is both well done and funny; my only criticism is that the two don't necessarily go together well. There is continuous snarky commentary, which is usually funny but sometimes seems mean-spirited since there is this peeking into someone's mind quality to it. It is overall entertaining, but not one of the best things I've ever read. ( )

Absolutely hilarious! I recommend this book to anyone looking for a laugh. I laughed so hard while reading this book of found shopping lists (& the author's sarcastic comments) that I was sad it ended. If you need a pick-me-up, you need to read this book! ( )

VERY entertaining! ( )

A simple collection of hand-written lists has never been so funny. By themselves, the lists would beget enough amusement, but Keaggy’s adroit quips truly solidify the generally under-educated notes. It makes one conscientious of their own lists, making sure to spell everything right, to eschew vagaries such as “dinner food.”