An identical twin, Willow should feel whole when around her sister, yet she often feels empty, as if something is missing. Her sister, Holly, is happily married with a great career while Willow flounders in the single lane after a failed marriage. Willow will act as the readers' guide throughout the novel, showing the reader the events and people that affected her life to the point where she can laugh out loud.

Rowan Coleman is a very talented writer. She can make the reader truly believe in the characters and grow to love them. The character are unforgettable, they all have such unique outlooks on life and personalities. Willow is the main character and more or less the focus of the story. When her ex-stepdaughter comes to her, begging for help, as well as a few other strays, Willow cannot refuse. However, she is now in contact with her ex, her lusty best male friend, and a new love interest all at once. Is it too much for Willow to handle?

LESSONS IN LAUGHING OUT LOUD is one of those quotable books. The author, through Willow, offers up so much good advice and humorous as well as serious dialogue that the reader will have a hard time forgetting even a small scene in this book. Willow's character is revealed slowly, she is not completely obvious or upfront about her past. The reader will love getting to know Willow slowly as the story progresses, the pieces fall into place like a puzzle. LESSONS IN LAUGHING OUT LOUD is a book a reader should not hesitate to pick up.