Welcome to Litsy!

"Love & Vodka" is a unique hybrid of travel memoir and love story that seamlessly blends outlandish humor, cultural insight and a steady stream of romance. It will appeal to male and female readers of multiple age groups. Although the book has the potential to reach across a wide spectrum of the market, the love story angle between two people in their early 20's can be narrowed down to specific niche markets. The market bullseye would be readers in their 20's-40's, particularly the more free-spirited "hipster" sect. Anyone who has traveled abroad or is considering traveling will certainly connect to this book. The same can be said for anyone who is experiencing new love or pining for a love of their own. "Love & Vodka" is a faithful reminder that there is someone out there for everyone. The world is large and rife with potential; one just needs to be willing to take a gamble and explore the possibilities that exist. On an even more specific level, the setting of this book couldn't be more timely: Ukraine. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has put this region of the world firmly in the spotlight. "Love & Vodka" provides a more positive, light-hearted, and humorous glimpse of that world, providing context for the events leading up to the crisis that began in 2013. As author Tony Hawks states, "Not enough has been written about everyday life in the former Soviet Union, and it's captured beautifully here." Author Lev Golinkin in his praise for "Love & Vodka" adds that Ukraine is "a land that needs understanding now more than ever." Beyond the specific relevancy of this book, readers of such humor writers as David Sedaris, Davy Rothbart, Sloane Crosley, and Chelsea Handler will find common elements. Fans of travel memoirists such as Cheryl Strayed, Bill Bryson, and Elisabeth Gilbert will relate to the emphasis on the culture shock and cultural misunderstandings that occur when one travels to unfamiliar territory. Coupled with our extensive promotional plans, Love & Vodka's combined genres of memoir, romance, travel and humor guarantee successful publication. The Fish Out of Water Books website includes further information, a promotional video, excerpt, and author Q&A, which provide interesting insights into the development of the book: www.fowbooks.com/love-and-vodka. Author Liz Crowe aptly sums it up: "Love & Vodka is an utterly charming romp of a novel, rich with humor and culture shock-and at its heart, a solid gold love story. Don't miss it!"