MISADVENTURES IN MY HIGH HEELS
Jack Canfield of "Chicken Soup for the Soul" says, “'Misadventures in My High Heels' is some of the best writing I've read in my entire life. I thought, 'Holy $#&%, this woman really knows how to write!"
“Some of the best writing I’ve read in my entire life” - Jack Canfield
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"Once you start reading her book, it will be hard to put down." - Press-Telegram
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“Some of the best writing I’ve read in my entire life” - Jack Canfield | "Once you start reading her book, it will be hard to put down." - Press-Telegram |
MISADVENTURES IN MY HIGH HEELS
Lisa writes the truth, messy, beautiful, hilarious, and heartbreaking, about what happens when life doesn't go according to plan. For years, she's been crafting stories that transform ordinary moments into profound, relatable narratives. This is the book where it all comes together.
When life knocked Lisa Ramelow off her feet, she put on five-inch heels and stood taller than ever.
As a young mother with two small children, Lisa's world shattered the morning she found her husband collapsed on the kitchen floor. Overnight, she went from shy and fearful to the sole provider, forced to reinvent herself in ways she never imagined. But instead of breaking, Lisa found something unexpected: courage with a mischievous streak — and a sense of humor sharp enough to slice through grief.
Misadventures in My High Heels is Lisa Ramelow's unforgettable memoir of how she went from being terrified to talk to strangers to running one of Southern California's most beloved restaurants. Along the way, she tackled life's challenges with grit, sass, stilettos… and an occasional leap of faith worthy of a Hollywood stuntwoman.
Experience the events that changed everything, including…
The shocking moment when Lisa found her husband gone far too soon.
What possessed her to rappel down a 16-story hotel dressed as Marilyn Monroe just to attract new customers.
How she conquered her fear of people and learned to charm, delight, and connect with anyone who walked through her restaurant doors.
The day Lisa climbed the smokestack of the Queen Mary in high heels to prove — to herself and everyone watching — that she was braver than her past.
The tender and complicated journey of reconciling with her father after being ostracized as a pregnant teenager.
The moment her restaurant became a refuge after 9/11, packed with grieving customers seeking a place of comfort and community.
And yes… the time she was fired as a teenager for eating all the mints at the hostess stand.
Told with warmth, wit, and a delightful sense of adventure, Lisa Ramelow's memoir celebrates the power of starting over — no matter how late, how hard, or how high the heels.
For anyone who's ever wondered if it's too late to chase a dream, rebuild a life, or dare to be bold again, Misadventures in My High Heels is the empowering reminder that reinvention is always possible — and sometimes, it's even fabulous.
READERS LOVE IT:
It's brutally honest without being depressing. Lisa tells the truth about grief, addiction, difficult relationships, and aging while maintaining hope and humor throughout.
The stories are wildly relatable. Whether you've run a business, raised kids solo, dealt with aging parents, or just felt stuck in life, you'll see yourself in these pages.
It's wisdom wrapped in entertainment. You'll be so engaged by the stories that practical insights sink in without feeling preachy.
She makes you feel LESS alone. Every story reminds you that everyone struggles, but you don't have to stay stuck in negativity or resentment.
It's entertaining as hell. This reads like having coffee with your funniest, wisest friend who also happens to be an incredible storyteller.
PERFECT FOR READERS WHO:
Are navigating a major life transition and need proof that it gets better
Want authentic stories, not clinical self-help
Need to laugh AND feel seen in the same sitting
Have experienced loss, grief, or a chapter that didn't go as planned
Are ready to embrace their own misadventures
Believe (or want to believe) it's never too late for a new adventure
Ebook ✧ Hardback ✧ Paperback
2025 ✧ 336 pages
ISBN (paperback): 979-8985380033
"HOLY $#&%, THIS WOMAN REALLY KNOWS HOW TO WRITE."
When Jack Canfield, creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, sat down with Lisa's manuscript, he had one reaction: "Holy $#&%, this woman really knows how to write."
He couldn't put it down. He called her stories universal, profoundly moving, and impossible to stop reading, from "The Teenage Years" to her tales of pole dancing, restaurant ownership, forgiveness, and family.
What makes the moment in this video so powerful is what came before it. Lisa had almost left her most personal chapter out of the book entirely, convinced it was too dark to include.
Jack's response changed everything. "That story is some of the best writing I've read in my entire life. It is so compelling, so well-written, so self-disclosing, it's almost like a stand-alone book." Jack said he couldn't stop turning the pages.
He went on to call Lisa "one of the better writers on the planet," praised her stories about pole dancing, her restaurant, her mother's dementia, forgiveness, and love and gave "The Teenage Years" a rating of 10+++.
BOOK CLUB VISITS
Invite Lisa to Your Book Club!
Reading one of Lisa's books with your group? She loves connecting with book clubs and is available for virtual visits, questions, behind-the-scenes stories, and a conversation your group won't forget.
MEDIA & PODCAST INQUIRIES
Media, Press, and Podcast Interviews
Interested in featuring Lisa on your podcast, in your publication, or for a media appearance? She's a compelling guest on topics including life transitions, authentic storytelling, finding joy after loss, aging with adventure, and reinvention at any age.
PRAISE FROM READERS
★★★★★
“Lisa is a natural when it comes to writing and speaking. What I love most about Lisa's book is she doesn't shy away from hard things and her vulnerability shines through. I felt like I was on the misadventures with her. She's funny and her humor comes in at just the right times. I highly recommend this book! Get ready for a wild ride!”
- Missy | Amazon Reader
★★★★★
"I'm new to Lisa's writing but am so happy I found her! Hard to believe a self-professed introvert could reveal her life's hilarious highs along with some shockingly sad & tragic lows with such raw candor and heart. It reads like she's talking to a friend and each story made me want to be one of hers."
- Marianne | Amazon Reader
★★★★★
"I loved Misadventures, I couldn’t stop reading and looked forward to continue on her journey. Lisa shared challenging times in her life, I was sorry to see it end! Do yourself a favor and read her book! It’s uplifting, enlightening, and a real joy to read!"
- Nancy | Amazon Reader