Are You There God? It's Me, Menopause

A first-of-its kind live cultural experience celebrating world menopause month.

Are You There God? It's Me, Menopause by Heather J. Robertson LIVE! A Publishers Weekly Editor's Pick

Five cities. One novel. Thousands of women gathering for an unforgettable evening of live comedy, cocktails, and conversation. Plus, SWAG you'll actually use!

Suzanne Gilberg, MD

“Hilarious… It's the ‘Practical Magic’ of midlife.” —Suzanne Gilberg, MD, Chief Medical Correspondent, THE DREW BARRYMORE SHOW

Sept. 18Chicago
Oct. 9Boston
Oct. 10New York City
Oct. 17Los Angeles
Oct. 18San Francisco
Featuring comedians Alyce Chan (NYC) and Kristen Toomey (Chicago), with more TBA, and Scary Mommy Editor-in-Chief Kate Auletta!

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Featured Comedians & Special Guests

  • Alyce Chan NYC

    Alyce Chan

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  • Kristen Toomey Chicago

    Kristen Toomey

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  • Bethany Van Delft Boston

    Bethany Van Delft

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  • Kate Auletta Host

    Kate Auletta

    Scary Mommy Editor-in-Chief

More comedians announced soon for Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Five Cities. One Novel.

Early Bird Tickets Available Now

Early buyers get Heather's private digital bonus vault: the Second Spring Oracle Deck, the official TWATS Membership Kit, two exclusive playlists, a private audio note from Heather, and a never-before-published TWATS group chat.

  • Sept 18

    Chicago

    The Chicago Hilton · Michigan Ave · 6:00 PM

    Hosted by Midlife Upgrade. Featuring comedian Kristen Toomey and Meghan Rabbitt, Editor of Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper.

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  • Oct 9

    Boston

    Boston Park Plaza Hilton · 6:00 PM

    Presented by Lovestruck Books & Cafe. Featuring comedian Bethany Van Delft and a surprise guest.

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  • Oct 10

    New York

    The Midtown Hilton · 6:00 PM

    Featuring comedian Alyce Chan and Scary Mommy Editor-in-Chief Kate Auletta.

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  • Oct 17

    Los Angeles

    The Beverly Hilton · 6:00 PM

    Hosted in partnership with Zibby's Bookshop. Featuring Scary Mommy Editor-in-Chief Kate Auletta.

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  • Oct 18

    San Francisco

    The Parc 55 Hilton · 6:00 PM

    Hosted in partnership with Wild Plum Books. Comedian to be announced.

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I absolutely devoured this book faster than I wanted to! I wanted more. It was like being with my besties. I had the best time reading and relating to the cast of characters. The writing was smart and witty. I found myself laughing and nodding my head so often.

— Kelly Pramberger

Heather J. Robertson, MD
About Heather

Heather J. Robertson, MD

Heather J. Robertson writes about midlife women, identity, and the shifting terrain of friendship, relationships, and the self. She is also the author of the bestselling book Quickies: 100 Little Lessons for Living Sexily Ever After in Midlife, published under a different name. She has practiced medi‐ cine for more than twenty years—an experience that continues to shape the stories she tells. She lives in Texas with her children and their menagerie.

Advance Praise

What Early Readers Are Saying

Vulnerable, uproarious, and full of humor and insight, Are You There, God? It's Me, Menopause celebrates female friendship while reframing midlife change as renewal.
Publishers WeeklyEditor's Pick
It's Sex and the City for the menopause set!
Meghan RabbittEditor, Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper
Hilarious… Are You There, God? It's Me, Menopause is the ‘practical magic’ of midlife.
Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, MDChief Medical Correspondent, The Drew Barrymore Show
This book was superb. I couldn't recommend it enough as a woman going through menopause. This gem helped me tremendously. The main character of Julia was amazing, and I found myself nodding along to her truly brilliant story.
Jennifer HoldsworthEarly Reader
Incredible!! I couldn't put this book down. The interesting characters and descriptive scenes grabbed my attention from the very beginning.
Jessica PalysBookseller
I recommend all people going through menopause read this for the laugh, and so you don't feel alone.
Ashlee IsaacsonEarly Reader

Snuggle up with this book, and be prepared to ride the end with a note of permission.

Rachel Kanz

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