THE DIVORCE DIET – George Gier (Launch Pad)
0| The Launch Pad Manuscript Competition Presents… | |
| Title: | THE DIVORCE DIET |
| Logline: | After being diagnosed with Type II diabetes, a morbidly obese woman decides it is time to make a change when her husband leaves her. With the help of her closest friend, she embarks on an epic weight loss journey that leads to her own reality TV show and subsequent fame. |
| Pitch: | GIRLFRIENDS’ GUIDE TO DIVORCE meets THE BIGGEST LOSER |
| Writer: | George Gier |
| Genre: | Comedy | Drama |
| Why to Read: | While there are so many potential places to go wrong when dealing with a sensitive subject matter like this, this manuscript carefully toes the line and is incredibly empowering. Much of this can be attributed to the strong character work, not only with the protagonist, Cassie, but with the supporting characters as well. Tons of tiny, perfect details add depth to her character, making her feel as real as your best friend. Cassie is as complex as they come as you watch her go through all of the ups and down of divorce, disease, and at weight loss. You feel for her, but also understand that she needs a strong push to make a change. The manuscript gives her that push by combining multiple life events at once and adding the morally complex idea that she might need to separate from a husband she cares about in order to make a big, and necessary, life change. This is a book that will inspire those who read it. |
| Request: | CLICK HERE TO REQUEST THE MANUSCRIPT |
