Josh Gondelman
Josh Gondelman is an American author and standup comedian who was a writer for
Last Week Tonight and supervising producer for
Desus & Mero on Showtime.
His book
Nice Try is a vivid exploration of the reasons why we should always try to do the right thing, even when our life doesn’t go as planned. It also explores stories about relationships, careers, struggles, and everyday mistakes that readers can all relate to. In addition, the book includes an essay that was first published in The New York Times, in which he imagines what would have happened if he had failed at his own wedding. The author also describes awkward road trips, strange experiences, and his story of adopting a dog from a stranger. He turns every situation into humour while maintaining an honest and encouraging tone.
A key theme evident throughout the book is being “nice.” Gondelman tells the reader that kindness is always important, but it’s not always easy. He explains how being a nice person can at times be misunderstood or taken for weakness, and at the same time shows us that staying kind is still worthwhile.
Most of the stories are truly memorable. He shares different versions of how he met his wife, a tribute to his grandmother and her love for the New England Patriots, and reflections on becoming a fan of new interests. The book also reflects on the friendly voice that helped him earn praise from prominent outlets such as the New York Observer.
What makes this book unique from your typical memoir-in-essays books is how Gondelman maintains an emotional balance throughout. The stories are lighthearted, carry genuine insight on relationships and choose optimism rather than cynicism, and that makes the book feel relatable to the readers.
Nice Try is a truly memorable memoir-in-essays and is a perfect recommendation for those who prefer truth over polish.
Josh Gondelman: Awards & Accolades
Gondelman's book, Nice Try was nominated for the Goodreads Awards, Best Humor, in 2019.
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- J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter Series.
- Robin Hobb, author of the Farseer Series.
Josh Gondelman: F.A.Q
What was the first book Josh Gondelman wrote?
The first book written by Josh Gondelman was You Blew It!, published in 2015.
What was the most recent book Josh Gondelman wrote?
Their most recently released work was Nice Try on September 17th, 2019.
Are there upcoming new books by Josh Gondelman?
Josh Gondelman does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
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How many books has Josh Gondelman written?
Josh Gondelman has written 2 books. All of their books are Non-Fiction Books.