In "The Last Laugh" by Lisa Flanagan, the story delves into the tumultuous life of a stand-up comedian named Riley who faces personal and professional challenges. After a series of setbacks, including a brutal breakup and a stifling career, Riley embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, she encounters a colorful cast of characters who inspire her to confront her past traumas and embrace her true identity. As she navigates the ups and downs of life in the comedy scene, Riley learns that laughter can be a powerful tool for healing and resilience, ultimately finding her voice and strength. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Initial Insult .

This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 2022 by HarperCollins .

Mindy McGinnis is the author of The Female of the Species; Not a Drop to Drink and its companion, In a Handful of Dust; Given to the Sea; and the Edgar Award-winning novel A Madness So Discreet. A magna cum laude graduate of Otterbein University with a BA in English literature and religion, Mindy lives in Ohio. You can visit her online at www. mindymcginnis. com.