The Not Ready for Prime Time Project: An SNL Retrospective

Deep Thoughts: Lorne - The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live (w/ author Susan Morrison)


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Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live comes out today.  We talk about this fascinating and engaging book with the author, Susan Morrison. This book is not only a MUST READ for all fans of SNL but anyone who wants a glimpse into the mind of one of the comedy’s greatest icons.  Laugh In, Phyllis Diller, Lily Tomlin, Three Amigos, The New Show, The Kids in the Hall, Wayne’s World, Late Night, The Tonight Show, it is all in here. And of course…Paul Simon.

Not just a biography of Lorne Michaels, the book also tells the history of SNL. It is filled with history, anecdotes, and surprises while shedding new light on how the show comes to reality week after for the last 50 years.  

If you didn’t already pre-order it – get out to your nearest bookstore TODAY!

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