Comedians' memoir picks: The best laugh-out-loud books to read
Memoirs are windows into the lives of others, and those written by comedians offer a unique mix of insight and laughter. This article features memoirs from comedians, promising not just stories from their lives but also humor that turns pages. These selected works provide a delightful balance, inviting readers to both understand the comedians' journeys and enjoy their humorous perspectives on life's events.
'Born a Crime' by Trevor Noah
In Born a Crime, Trevor Noah shares his experience growing up in apartheid-era South Africa. Being the offspring of a Black South African mother and a white European father, he lived in a society that deemed his birth illegal. Noah uses his sharp wit to infuse humor into the narrative, transforming challenging topics into accessible and engaging tales for his readers.
'Bossypants' by Tina Fey
Bossypants captures Tina Fey's rise from comedy lover to acclaimed Saturday Night Live performer and 30 Rock creator. Filled with laugh-inducing anecdotes, the memoir showcases Fey's self-deprecating humor. Readers will enjoy a journey through her career, punctuated by her comedic insights and the challenges she faced on her way to becoming a household name in comedy.
'Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?' by Mindy Kaling
In Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? Mindy Kaling recounts her evolution from an off-Broadway performer to a celebrated writer and actress on The Office. This memoir, structured as a series of essays, blends humor with sincerity. It offers an array of laugh-out-loud moments while also striking chords of common experience, making it a relatable and entertaining read for fans and newcomers alike.
'Yes Please' by Amy Poehler
In Yes Please, Amy Poehler offers a blend of personal anecdotes, comedy, and life lessons. The memoir takes readers on a journey from her early improv days to her success on Parks and Recreation. With a voice full of candor and wit, Poehler recounts stories that reveal the realities of show business, peppered with her characteristic humor and sharp observations.
