Ashley Blaker is a comedian, writer and father. He has performed two Off-Broadway shows and several programmes on BBC Radio 4 including his family comedy Ashley Blaker: 6.5 Children. As a writer and producer for TV and radio, Ashley has worked with many considerably more successful comedians. Normal Schmormal is his first book.
ADVANCE PRAISE 'From tissues of doom to playdates and beyond, Normal Schmormal is a laugh out loud, touching memoir of advice where embracing the weird becomes something wonderful. Every parent should have a copy.' - Emma Kennedy 'A very funny and honest account of Ashley's extraordinary ordinary life. There is treasure here for all parents, non-parents and children of parents, and that is surely most people.' - Alex Horne 'Incredibly funny and yet so poignant. This book is going to both entertain and bring comfort to so many people, giving them hope for the future'. - Matt Lucas 'A vivid record of a father's love for his children and a plea for others to follow suit, whatever their kids may be like. A gorgeous book.' - Jeremy Dyson 'Ashley is a superb comic writer and this is a brilliantly funny and often incredibly emotional memoir.' - David Walliams 'Chipped away at my ignorance and made me laugh at the same time. A neat trick.' - Mike Wozniak 'Inspirational, moving and massively funny. A beautiful schmeautiful book.' - David Schneider 'This is a must read. Ashley Blaker has a special brand of comic magic. His gift is in making the toughest life challenges seem relatable and even joyous.' - Rob Rinder ................................................... ADVANCE CRITICISM 'Utter rubbish' - Adam Blaker 'Just lies to make us look bad' - Ollie Blaker 'The words are too bright for my ears' - Dylan Blaker 'If it sells a million copies, how much LEGO will I get?' - Edward Blaker 'iPad not working' - Zoe Blaker 'Can I have a drink?' - Bailey Blaker