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Funny, you don't look autistic

a comedian's guide to life on the spectrum
"Like many others on the autism spectrum, 20-something stand-up comic Michael McCreary has been told by more than a few well-meaning folks that he doesn't 'look' autistic. But, as he's quick to point out in this memoir, autism 'looks' different for just about everyone with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Diagnosed with ASD at age five, McCreary got hit with the performance bug not much later. During a difficult time in junior high, he started journaling, eventually turning his pain into something empowering--and funny. He scored his first stand-up gig at age 14, and hasn't looked back. This . . . memoir breaks down what it's like to live with autism for readers on and off the spectrum"--Publisher.

Carlos Mencia

Looks at the life of Carlos Mencia, discussing his childhood in Los Angeles, his large family, his teen years in Honduras and California, his attempts to develop a following as a comedian, and his rise to fame on television and in live performance.
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Furious cool

Richard Pryor and the world that made him
Chronicles the life and career of comedian and actor Richard Pryor, focusing on his childhood in Peoria, Illinois, and discussing what made him into the man he turned out to be.
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Stay sexy & don't get murdered

the definitive how-to guide
Presents a dual memoir by the creators of the podcast "My Favorite Murder" in which they discuss what they have learned from their mistakes, their triumphs, the most memorable moments and people in their lives, and their addiction to true crime. The authors also draw on their own experiences to advocate self-care, self-advocacy, and freedom from other people's choices.
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I can't make this up

life lessons
Comedian and Hollywood actor Kevin Hart discusses his traumatic early life, his career, and how he has been able to overcome the odds and become successful.
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Who were the Three Stooges?

A biography of the Three Stooges, the screwball slapstick trio known for their eye-poking, headbopping, pie-throwing zaniness.
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Comedy

Find out how comedy took small-time performers to mainstream success.
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Charlie

the life and art of Charles Chaplin

Annie Hall

A comedy centering on the relationship between Annie Hall and comedian Arvy Singer as they go about their lives in New York City.

Chris Rock

a biography of a comic genius
"Discusses the life of Chris Rock, including his childhood in New York City, his rise to stardom as a stand-up comic, his family life, and his work in movies and television"--Provided by publisher.

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