The Last Place She'd Look

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COMEDY LGBT FUNNY ROMANCE SATIRE OTHER

Contemporary

Arlene Schindler

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Submision Type

book

Logline

A self-help writer anxiously faces turning 50, realizing she needs help/a whole new life. The sex lives of women ages 45-60 are laughably laid bare in this raucous romp as they learn about love and happiness for the second half of their lives

Genre

Comedy,LGBT,Funny,Romance,Satire,Other

Short Summary

A spirit-crushing bad date, right before her 50th birthday party leads Sara to a passion seeking mission for a mate. "My dating pool is so small; soon it will be the size of a shot glass."

Setting

Los Angeles, CA

Based on a True Story

No

Plot - Premise

Internal Journey/Rebirth

Plot - Other Elements

Happy Ending,Philosophical Questions,Twist,Meaningful Message

Mature Audience Themes

Nudity

Main Character Details

Name: Sara Rosen

Age: 50

Gender: Female

Role: Protagonist

Key Traits: Adventurous,Aspiring,Badass,Charming,Clumsy,Complex,Engaging,Flexible,Blunt,Outspoken,Skillful,Funny,Romantic,Sarcastic,Educated,Insecure,Unapologetic

Additional Character Details

Name: Julia

Age: 52

Gender: Lgbt

Role: Sidekick

Key Traits: Adventurous,Aspiring,Badass,Aggressive,Confident,Empathetic,Engaging,Gracious,Heartthrob,Honorable,Leader,Sexy,Blunt,Outspoken,Funny,Seductive,Sophisticated,Unapologetic

Additional Character Details

Name: Diana

Age: 55

Gender: Female

Role: antagonist

Key Traits: Adventurous,Aspiring,Badass,Aggressive,Charming,Complex,Confident,Decisive,Flexible,Selfless,Outspoken,Romantic,Strong Moral Code,Unapologetic,Leader,Educated

Additional Character Details

Name: Derrick

Age: 50

Gender: Male

Role: tempter

Key Traits: Adventurous,Masculine,Modest,Aspiring,Aggressive,Charming,Clumsy,Complex,Confident,Decisive,Empathetic,Engaging,Gracious,Heroic,Educated,Honorable,Sophisticated,Seductive,Romantic,Blunt,Leader,Skillful

About The Author

Arlene Schindler, born in Brooklyn, originated the comedy column for The New York Post, writing reviews and profiles of comedians appearing in New York City. It was the first of its kind in the country. She was also a relationship expert and a writer/editor for the magazines WOMAN and Playgirl. Her writing has appeared in The Los Angeles Times, Daily Variety, Creative Screenwriting, and numerous other publications. Arlene's writing and performing focuses on women's secrets, disappointments and desires.

Target Audiences

Age: 35-54,55+

Target Gender: Female Leaning,LGBT Leaning,Other

Group Specific

Los Angeles dating scene, day spas, dungeons,

Publishing Details

Status: Yes: with a Publisher

Publisher: ExtrvaGonzo Publishing

Year Published: 2013

Hard Copy Available

Yes

ISBN

978-0615762876