Then our Susan went all snazzy on us and came up with this businesslike but, it must be said, trendy suit. Ooh, suits you, Jo. Where the hell did that saucy Susan get this one from? Go to DIY.

The verdict: Well, was Miserable Jo a happy bunny now? 'Yes, I love them all. I feel really comfortable in them and they are smart without being corporate. The fact that I can take the jackets off and be fairly glamorous is a real bonus as a lot of my job involves hosting signing sessions with authors in the evenings.'