Delusions of Grandma (1994) by Carrie Fisher is a darkly comedic novel that blends sharp wit with raw vulnerability, mirroring Fisher’s own life as a Hollywood insider and mental health advocate. The story follows Cora, a caustic, pill-popping screenwriter navigating chaotic relationships, a dysfunctional family, and her own spiraling mental state after an unplanned pregnancy. Fisher’s signature humor—acerbic yet poignant—punctures Hollywood absurdity and personal demons alike, while surreal interludes (like conversations with a talking placenta) underscore the novel’s themes of fractured identity and resilience.
Though less famous than Postcards from the Edge, this semi-autobiographical work showcases Fisher’s talent for turning pain into punchlines, with a narrative as unpredictable as her psyche. A cult favorite for fans of her unfiltered voice.
