The Driver’s Seat
by Muriel Spark
In the current climate of dark female comedies, this Spark novel written in 1970 will not disappoint. The bold heroine – Lise – is both unpredictable, rude and dangerous. She leaves her job to find her inner dark side… Hilarious and err… dark.
Excellent Women
by Barbara Pym
Mildred is a ‘spinster’ in a world full of couples. A delicious social comedy set in the 1950s, where Mildred triumphs over convention. This offers a rather ruthless and witty take on the constraints of English society and the beginnings of a new feminism.
How To Be Famous
by Caitlin Moran
This is a fast-paced delight. The plot makes good work of pretentiousness, immorality and our obsession with fame. The clever asides and delicious tangents of bad behaviour are a must. A lie-down in a darkened room might be a good idea when it ends.
The Party
by Elizabeth Day
This is a rattling tale that starts in a privileged house party and spreads into darker waters. Peppered with beautifully waspish and witty dialogue, the satirical element is both delicious and disturbing. Top page turner.
Conversations with Friends
by Sally Rooney
A compelling and richly drawn love story about two young women from different worlds who study in Dublin. The wry narrative is full of tight and witty observations about human weakness. A treat.
Helen Lederer is creator of the Comedy Women in Print Prize. The deadline for entries is February 28. For full details visit comedywomeninprint.co.uk
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