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Best Personal Essays Books

December 2024

Me Talk Pretty One Day

David Sedaris’s “Me Talk Pretty One Day” is a hilarious and poignant collection of essays that’ll have you laughing out loud on the subway. From his struggles with learning French to his quirky family dynamics, Sedaris’s self-deprecating humor shines through every page. His keen observations of everyday life and ability to find the absurd in the mundane make this book a true gem. I couldn’t put it down, and found myself nodding along, thinking, “Yep, been there!” A must-read for anyone who enjoys witty, relatable storytelling.

Me Talk Pretty One Day

David Sedaris’s “Me Talk Pretty One Day” is a hilarious and poignant collection of essays that’ll have you laughing out loud on the subway. From his struggles with learning French to his quirky family dynamics, Sedaris’s self-deprecating humor shines through every page. His keen observations of everyday life and ability to find the absurd in the mundane make this book a true gem. I couldn’t put it down, and found myself nodding along, thinking, “Yep, been there!” A must-read for anyone who enjoys witty, relatable storytelling.

Shockaholic

Carrie Fisher’s “Shockaholic” is a raw, hilarious rollercoaster ride through her unconventional life. With her trademark wit, she dishes on Hollywood, addiction, and her infamous electroconvulsive therapy. Fisher’s candid reflections on her relationship with her father and encounters with Michael Jackson are both touching and absurd. It’s like having a late-night chat with your funniest, most outrageous friend – one who just happens to be Princess Leia.

Wishful Drinking

Carrie Fisher’s “Wishful Drinking” is a raw, hilarious journey through Hollywood royalty, addiction, and mental health. With her trademark wit, Fisher recounts growing up as showbiz royalty, her struggles with bipolar disorder, and her battles with substance abuse. It’s like sitting down for a drink with your funniest, most honest friend who just happens to be Princess Leia. Fisher’s self-deprecating humor shines through, making even the darkest moments oddly relatable. A must-read for anyone who’s ever felt like a glitter-covered train wreck.

The Princess Diarist

Carrie Fisher’s “The Princess Diarist” is a raw and witty journey through her experiences filming Star Wars. With her trademark humor, Fisher shares intimate details from her affair with Harrison Ford and the surreal world of sudden stardom. Her newly discovered diaries from that time reveal a vulnerable young woman grappling with insecurity and fame. It’s a bittersweet glimpse into the mind of a cultural icon, filled with self-deprecating jokes and poignant reflections on life in the spotlight.

Scrappy Little Nobody

Anna Kendrick’s “Scrappy Little Nobody” is a delightfully candid peek into the life of a Hollywood star who still feels like an outsider. With self-deprecating humor and refreshing honesty, Kendrick shares hilarious anecdotes from her journey to fame. From awkward childhood moments to red carpet mishaps, she invites readers into her world with warmth and wit. It’s like chatting with your funniest friend over coffee, if your friend happened to be an Oscar-nominated actress. A charming, relatable read that’ll leave you grinning.

The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo

Amy Schumer’s raw and unapologetic memoir had me laughing out loud one minute and tearing up the next. With her trademark wit, she dishes on everything from her awkward teenage years to her rise in comedy. I loved how she tackled serious topics like gun violence and body image with both humor and heart. Schumer’s voice shines through on every page, making you feel like you’re chatting with a hilarious friend over drinks. A refreshingly honest and relatable read.

Bossypants

In “Bossypants,” Tina Fey invites readers into her hilariously awkward world with the same wit that made her a comedy icon. From her nerdy childhood to her rise in showbiz, Fey’s self-deprecating humor shines through every page. She tackles everything from body image to workplace sexism with refreshing candor, making you feel like you’re sharing a glass of wine with your funniest friend. It’s a memoir that’ll have you laughing out loud and nodding in agreement.