Autobiography Book Club

With the midterms right around the corner, we decided to take a superficial dive into the White House, autobiography style, with Unhinged by Omarosa Manigault Newman.  In this episode we talk a little politics, a little Judge Kegerator and a whole lot of Omarosa.  Tired of being mad and sad about what is this nightmare we call American politics? Then let's laugh...just a little.

This episode also marks the end of season one.  Join us in a few months with some new books and new insights into the stories, lives and times of interesting women.  Don't forget to stop by HarpyMedia.com and drop us a line.

This month we ventured into the likes of an "Awkward Black Girl", courtesy Issa Rae, who in my opinion is anything but.  Her autobiography is a glimpse into her childhood misadventures and how she became the bad ass chick she is today.  This book might not have been our favorite so far, but doesn't change our love for Issa.

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In this bonus episode, book club heads to the theater to see the movie "Adrift".  This story is the harrowing tale of Tami Oldham Ashcraft and how she survived 41 days adrift at sea.  Starring Shailene Woodly and Sam Claflin, the movie is a small departure from the true tale, but still a good little representation of what lurks beyond serene beaches.  After reading the book "Red Sky in Mourning" a.k.a "Adrift" we had to see the movie.  Be warned, there are spoilers, but if you've read the book then you know what to expect.  Check back shortly when we discuss this months book, The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl by Issa Rae.

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This month we read Adrift, the harrowing tale of Tami Oldham Ashcraft who was floating at sea for 41 days.  Her story is one of resilience, survival, love and loss.  Join in while we discuss the 5 reasons why we would never survive 41 days at sea as well as one of our deep lack of navigational knowledge.  We also sip a makeshift "Sea Breeze" slapped together just like the rickety jib aboard Tami's wrecked sail boat.

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This month we read the heart wrenching autobiography detailing one women's struggle with depression and mental illness as well as her fight for love.  Heart Berries is a poetic  book written in North American Indian prose, but with a modern flair.  Listen in while we discuss Heart Berries over a glass of berry garnished New Age on ice.

If you enjoyed Heart Berries, you might want to check out last months read, Educated by Tara Westover.  In our latest discussion we will address some of the similarities between the two stories as well as their differences.  Thanks for listening and as always, we'd love to hear from your.  Leave us a comment or shoot us an email.  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review.  Listen up to learn about next months book.  We think you'll love it.  Happy Reading!

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This month we read Educated by Tara Westover, the story of a young woman living an unconventional, survivalist childhood in the mountains of Idaho.  This story gives free range children and childhood labor a new meaning.  Listen while we discuss the amazing journey of Tara and how she overcomes her familial shackles and rises up to become an amazing, talented and educated woman.  This autobiography has many layers, so join Jill and Leah while they dissect some of the more humorous aspects of Tara's story while also lamenting on the more serious.

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In this bonus episode, Jill and I discuss the newest developments in the arrest of the Golden State Killer. A quick talk on where he has been for all these years and how he was finally apprehended.

So much to discuss and so little time.  Brave by Rose McGowan brings up a myriad of topics to cover.  Join us for our "bonus episode" that digs a little further into Rose McGowan, her life and were she is now.  We've also got an update on her upcoming court date regarding those suspicious drug charges.  If you didn't hear the full length book club discussion on Brave by Rose McGowan we recommend checking that out first, but if you'd rather catch the short side of things, enjoy this bonus episode!

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This months book was a fun and quick read, that will give you insight into one of America's up and coming female comedians. Tiffany Haddish will inspire you to follow your dreams and prove that you really can overcome. Did you know she is about to host the MTV Movie and TV Awards? I can't wait because I know "She Ready"!!

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Welcome to your new favorite book club…ok so maybe we haven’t hit it off just yet, but I assure you this will be fun.

So why autobiographies…. well for a number of reasons.  One, people are weird and interesting and they love to talk about themselves. We’ve all had the run in where we meet someone and thirty minutes later they’re telling you about how in high school all the girls hated them and they only got along with the boys and there dad was real strict and now their husband is real strict too and yada yada yada…wait what’s your name again.

Two, people make for good stories, especially celebrities and crazy people, which go hand and hand because I think that most celebrities are crazy. For anyone out there  who believes in the bull that says, hey…these people are just like me, theyr’e not!  You might follow them on Instagram, but you’re not friends…so let’s read about them and then nicely talk about them behind their backs…wait, maybe we are really friends.  This sounds like we are friends.

Last, Everyone wants to tell their story and share their opinion…especially rich people.  Us regular folks don’t get book deals, that’s what Facebook is for, but any celebrity with a little following gets a deal whether they deserve it or not…they get to tell their story and build their “brand”…I am using air quotes.  The ability to use literature as a marketing platform shouldn’t be taken lightly.  So lets take a peek behind their curtain.  They are begging for it and they like it, whether they admit it or not.

Now for the rules of Autobiography Book Club…there are no rules.  Jump in at anytime.  Start with the intro and work your way through the books….skip the ones that don’t interest you…read once a month or just read whenever you can.  That’s the best part, you can stop and start whenever you want.

Our first book for the month of February is The Last Black Unicorn by Tiffany Haddish.  If you don’t know Tiff, then you’re about to get acquainted.  She is a comedian, a down to earth girl with a crazy upbringing that will inspire anyone to follow their dreams and over come any obstacle.  It’s a quick funny read and perfectly timely as Ms. Haddish was recently received a lot of buzz for her role in Girls Trip.  I think you’ll like it so check it out, however you like to read…. and check back 1st part of March where we will discuss The Last Black Unicorn and reveal the next book.

Let me know what you think as you read along and make sure check back in March and we'll talk about The Last Black Unicorn and reveal our next book.  Happy reading!