First published 2011
Merrill Markoe opens her life for examination in this collection of personal essays. The New York Times bestselling author traces her path to comedy through a series of formative experiences. She explores her relationship with a challenging mother and recalls the insecurities that plagued her teenage years. Markoe examines her romantic entanglements with self-absorbed men and describes life with her demanding pack of dogs. Through years of dealing with difficult people, she developed the sharp perspective that fuels her humor. The collection includes two essays written specifically for this edition. Markoe writes with unflinching honesty about experiences that range from painful to absurd. Her observations cut deep while maintaining the wit that made her reputation. The essays reveal how personal struggles can transform into comedic material and offer readers both laughter and recognition of shared human experiences.
Genres: essays, humor, autobiography, comedy
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, personal-growth
304 pages · ebook · Villard