Waterproof Mascara - Softcover

Hajinakitas, Neroli

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1834185823 ISBN 13: 9781834185828

Publisher: Tellwell Talent, 2025

Synopsis

Because ordinary mascara simply won't survive the chaos of real family life.

Single mum, three kids, one household full of appliances with attitude problems. After surviving divorce and rebuilding my life, I've learnt that the secret to successful parenting isn't perfect planning—it's waterproof mascara.

Ever wondered if you're the only parent whose children seem determined to redefine the laws of physics through creative household management? Meet Thea Domestica, self-proclaimed Share House Maid, who's spent twenty-six years proving that successful parenting is mostly about surviving with your sense of humour intact.

Welcome to the Share House, where the Knight in Shining Armour raids fridges with supernatural stealth, Thumbelina delivers performances that could "shatter windows at fifty paces," and the Little Prince has evolved from projectile-food artist into a surprisingly thoughtful teenager. Together with Doris Dishwasher (temperamental but loyal) and the Royal Hound Rosie, we've transformed our former palace into a functioning family sanctuary.

Waterproof Mascara captures every magnificent, messy moment—from mysterious sock disappearances to wildlife encounters involving deceased brush turkeys as hallway decorations. Whether you're negotiating with teenagers who believe plates should be "rinsed in theory only" or having meaningful conversations with household appliances, you'll recognise yourself in every beautifully catastrophic page.

Warning: May cause inappropriate snorting sounds whilst reading in public. Waterproof mascara only goes so far.

About this title

About the Author

Neroli Hajinakitas, known to readers as Thea Domestica, is a Sydney-based writer, fashion design lecturer, and self-proclaimed "Share House Maid." In a delicious twist of cosmic irony, this accomplished author didn't learn to read until she was twenty due to dyslexia-making her literary success all the more remarkable.Born to a Greek family with a strong storytelling tradition, Neroli learned early that well-placed hyperbole could transform mundane mishaps into memorable tales. After being labelled "stupid" at school and leaving formal education early, she conquered literacy in her twenties and built a multi-award-winning fashion business-definitively settling any lingering questions about her intelligence.Following a high-conflict divorce she describes as making "the Battle of Hastings look like a friendly game of croquet," Neroli began documenting her transition from "Palace Slave" to "Share House Maid" as therapy. What started as personal journal entries evolved into the sharply funny chronicles that became her literary signature.Neroli lives in Sydney's North Shore with her three offspring (The Knight in Shining Armour, Thumbelina, and The Little Prince), assorted royal pets, and an ever-growing collection of kitchen appliances with distinct personalities. Her journey from dyslexic child to published author serves as a satisfying reminder that the last laugh truly is the sweetest.

Edition details

• Publisher: Tellwell Talent
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1834185823
• ISBN 13: 9781834185828
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 384