Classic book of essays covering his family life, years as struggling artist working odd jobs, and, as the title suggests, his time in France and attempts to learn the language. Witty, self-deprecating. Sedaris' audiobooks recommended to get a sense of his personality.

Another funny story featuring Miss Julia. This series is funny, touching, and just a good read.

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This was the first book I've read by this author after having seen some of the tv/film adaptations of her work. The books really bring the characters to life, and it is intriguing the way that they are told in first person from one person's point of view. Hard to say how historically accurate these are, but they do seem accurate in a broad sense. Actually encourages interest in the historical subject matter. Makes for a great summer read.

A great look at the history of the Memphis Zoo. Great pictures and tons of info found here!

This memoir reflects a lot of the joie de vivre and personality you'll see of Van Ness in his tv and social media appearances but also deals with a lot of tough topics with a lot of honesty and flair, including sexual abuse, STIs, addiction, and so on--which may be surprising to some readers and/or difficult for them to hear. Audiobook especially good.

We half liked it

Susan Wiggs does it again! A great story to get caught up in.

Fun read with interesting characters. Enjoyed.

solid follow up to the first Sookie Stackhouse book. Features many of the events of true blood season 2 but in condensed form.