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A Conversation with Kathy Griffin:

Q: State your name and profession.
KG: My name is Kathy Griffin, and I am a teller of d**k jokes. And a plumber.

Q: This is your first book. Had you ever considered writing anything before? A novel? Or a work of historical scholarship? Or a children's story?
KG: I had not considered it, because I'd always been told by the nuns at St. Bernadine's that my cursive was poor. A children' s story is an interesting idea. How's this for a title: "Waterboarding Pre-Teens: The Debate is Back On." I have a political side as well.

Q: You seem fairly obsessed with Oprah. Is this something you'll ever outgrow?
KG: I will never outgrow my obsession with Oprah. Just as she will never outgrow her cardigan sweaters. Oops, she already has. Now look, that sounds like a dig, but it's not. It's called a struggle, and I'm on it with her. I support her. (Not as much as she needs those underwire bras to support her, because she's got some serious ropes and pulleys going on there.) The point is, I worship her, and fear her at the same time. And believe me, that' s how she wants it. Don't be fooled.

Q: Did I miss something? Where's Celine Dion in this book?
KG: I didn't write about Celine Dion, only because of my fear of her husband Rene Angelil. I have an unfounded but constant fear that he could be in the French-Canadian mafia. Or have French-Canadian mafia ties, and by ties I don't mean les cravats. And I fear that I may be abducted, whisked away and held prisoner at a charming little brasserie in Montreal, forced to eat multiple Croque Monsieur sandwiches until I confess to knowing the lyrics to every single one of her songs.

Q: What do you think gays should take away from reading this book?
KG: I think the gays should be happy with this book. It talks a lot about being who you are, and I certainly mention a lot of gay people. I would say it definitely has strong gay themes, and the gay community should know that frankly it has been a moral struggle for me to even acknowledge the heterosexual community in this book at all. But I am slowly reaching out an olive branch to the heterosexual community, even though I believe everything they do goes against the teachings of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. But I'm trying not to judge them.

Q: Describe your ideal, make-a-wish day of personal experiences with bats**t celebrities.
KG: Well, it would start with some sort of a fit in the hair-and-makeup trailer on a set. I heard a story that when Sharon Stone was working on "Casino," she got into such a fight with her hairdresser, that after he spent four hours doing this beautiful bouffant hairdo for her, she got up and walked in the sink and put her head underwater. I have no idea if that's true, but I hope it is, cause that's some awesome s**t I would love to see. Then it would go right to lunch, where I could witness an eating disorder. Maybe a Lohan is purging in a bush somewhere with her finger down her throat. Or perhaps there's an Olsen twin on a scale crying because she finally tipped 100. Any outburst over weight I would cherish. Also, it would be great to see an actress have a workload meltdown. So maybe at 2:00 some A-lister saying, "I can't handle this s**t anymore." Because I love when actors can't deal with a normal workday, and they think two in the afternoon is like midnight, so I would love to see somebody storming to their car, exhausted because they've put in a grueling four-hour workday of saying three lines and texting their nanny. Then it's maybe off to an illicit affair. At the top of my wish list would be following a rapper or a football player over to his baby mama's house where a screaming match ensues to the point where someone, maybe me, has to anonymously dial 911, and then I take a couple pictures, and I become an unannounced star witness later at the trial, entering Joan Collins-style in a smashing hat. And then at the end of the day it's a healthy round of clubbing with Janice Dickinson, and then on the way home we go to the Beverly Glen pharmacy and run into Paula Abdul. All three of us secretly take our small white-paper pharmacy bags and put them behind our backs and make uncomfortable small talk.


Official Book Club Selection is Kathy Griffin unplugged, uncensored, and unafraid to dish about what really happens on the road, away from the cameras, and at the star party after the show. (It's also her big chance to score that coveted book club endorsement she's always wanted. Are you there, Oprah? It's me, Kathy.)

Kathy Griffin has won Emmys for her reality show Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List, been nominated for a Grammy, worked and walked every red carpet known to man, and rung in the New Year with Anderson Cooper. But the legions of fans who pack Kathy's sold-out comedy shows have heard only part of her remarkable story. Writing with her trademark wit, the feisty comic settles a few old scores, celebrates the friends and mentors who helped her claw her way to the top, and shares insider gossip about celebrity behavior–the good, the bad, and the very ugly. She recounts the crazy ups and downs of her own career and introduces us to some of the supertalented people she encountered before they got famous (or, in some cases, after fame went to their heads). Word to the wise: If you've ever crossed Kathy Griffin at some point in your life, check the index for your name.

Along the way, Kathy reveals intimate details about her life before and after she made the big time. She opens up about everything from growing up with a dysfunctional family in suburban Illinois to bombing as a young comedian in L.A., from her well-publicized plastic surgery disasters to her highly publicized divorce, and more. Only in this book will you learn how the dinner table is the best training ground for a career in stand-up, how speaking your mind can bite you on the ass and buy you a house, and which people in Kathy's life have taught her the most valuable lessons–both inside and outside the entertainment industry. And as if all that wasn't enough, there are also dozens of exclusive and somewhat embarrassing photos from Kathy's own collection–featuring the diva of the D List herself, with her old nose as well as her new one, plus celebrity friends, foes, frenemies, and hangers-on for you to gawk at.

Refreshingly candid, unflinchingly honest, and full of hilarious "Did she really say that?" moments, Official Book Club Selection will make you laugh until you cry, or just puke up a little bit.


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Official Book Club Selection is Kathy Griffin unplugged, uncensored, and unafraid to dish about what really happens on the road, away from the cameras, and at the star party after the show. (It’s also her big chance to score that coveted book club endorsement she’s always wanted. Are you there, Oprah? It’s me, Kathy.)

Kathy Griffin has won Emmys for her reality show Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List, been nominated for a Grammy, worked and walked every red carpet known to man, and rung in the New Year with Anderson Cooper. But the legions of fans who pack Kathy’s sold-out comedy shows have heard only part of her remarkable story. Writing with her trademark wit, the feisty comic settles a few old scores, celebrates the friends and mentors who helped her claw her way to the top, and shares insider gossip about celebrity behavior—the good, the bad, and the very ugly. She recounts the crazy ups and downs of her own career and introduces us to some of the supertalented people she encountered before they got famous (or, in some cases, after fame went to their heads). Word to the wise: If you’ve ever crossed Kathy Griffin at some point in your life, check the index for your name.

Along the way, Kathy reveals intimate details about her life before and after she made the big time. She opens up about everything from growing up with a dysfunctional family in suburban Illinois to bombing as a young comedian in L.A., from her well-publicized plastic surgery disasters to her highly publicized divorce, and more. Only in this book will you learn how the dinner table is the best training ground for a career in stand-up, how speaking your mind can bite you on the ass and buy you a house, and which people in Kathy’s life have taught her the most valuable lessons—both inside and outside the entertainment industry.

Refreshingly candid, unflinchingly honest, and full of hilarious “Did she really say that?” moments, Official Book Club Selection will make you laugh until you cry, or just puke up a little bit.

Customer Reviews (216)

Refreshing, Brutally Honest, Humorous. THIS is what a memoir is.
I have been a fan of Kathy Griffin since she started her show "My Life on the D-List", on Bravo. I was excited when I found out she was going to release a book.

The day I received the book, I began to read it. I finished it slowly, savoring every page, and every juicy detail.

It is safe to assume Kathy didn't have a ghost writer, since she is on the "D-List", they wouldn't give her one anyway right?
So with that, I say Kathy is a very talented writer. The book was well-paced, information was well delivered, and her narrative voice was entertaining, honest, and of course, humorous.

However, being the comedienne she is, this book wasn't a humor book. It was a memoir of an individual who greatly struggled to make it in hollywood, dealt with the dark truth of one of her brothers, went through multiple plastic surgeries that almost killed her, dealt with a disappointing divorce, but through it all, remained sane, classy and with the support of her amazing parents. It is told in a voice so honest, by the end of the novel you feel like you end up having rooted for her, cried with her, gossiped with her, laughed with her and jumping up and down inside when she finally makes it to today.

THIS is what a memoir is. Truthful, well-written, unsentimental and honest.

If you are a fan, or are just itching to read this, please go ahead. You will not be disappointed.

Funny and smar
I bought this book because I wanted a quick easy read. It's very funny, but it also gets pretty deep without being mushy or overwhelming. Kathy really opens up to the reader and shares every detail without holding back. It's a great read.

Kathy Griffin, a Diva's delight
I paid over $1000 to see her in concert and am not sorry for it.I laughed till my sides hurt.I am a loyal fan of "My Life on the D-List".I have bought the "Allegedly" DVD and the first Grammy-nominated CD.This book, although fabulously funny and very touching (have a hanky nearby when she pays tribute to her daddy), still did not go any farther than what I have seen on her TV show or hear on the DVD and CD.She just recapped all of it.I wanted more, but well, didn't get it.However, in spite of that, it's well-written, reads quickly, and is still a good, fun read.Thanks, Kathy, from one of your #1 fans.Loveya...mean it!

Kathy does it again
Well worth the money.Anything Kathy puts her hands on she excels at!This book is nothing short of comedic genius.

You feel like you are at her show...
I just received this book last week and cannot put it down.She is very open and honest in this book, just like in her comedy shows.I have seen her once live (scheduled to see another in Nov.) and she is fantastic.The book covers her whole life.It flows like she talks and acts.It is very interesting and will make you laugh! ... Read more

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I didn't want to put it down!
As a huge Kathy Griffin fan, I couldn't wait to get this book.It's such an enjoyable book to read.She will make you LOL, and yet she gets serious in parts too.If you are a fan, you have to read it and explore Kathy's journey as a kid into her adulthood and all the way to the success she is.Love this book!!

Kathy's the Queen!
I put out the money for the hardcover edition, which I almost never do, because I'm a huge fan of Kathy Griffin.Her book shows off her hilarious, and sometimes shocking, wit, but also includes personal family issues.It's not all laughs, and some moments brought me tears.She writes about starting out with the Groundlings, the friends and foes she's made, and she shares her plastic surgery horror story.Kathy's worked hard for her money and fame, and she deserves every bit of it.She's taken shots and huge risks for comedy, and I truly admire her. ... Read more

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King Marcus, a golden lion of much courage and strength, has a great roar that rocks the island and scares off the fierce Gombolees when they try to attack.When the roar is stolen, all the animals on the island must find it and quickly. This story-coloring book was written for the 5-9 age group.The 28 illustrations were created by 12-year-old Neil Strickland who left blank pages so children can draw their own Yahoodywho. ... Read more

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Under Cowboy Sam"s hat are more secrets than fleas on Doc Peeble"s hound dog, more secrets than peppers on a chili pepper plant, and more secrets than spikes on a horny toad lizard. Just about everyone in the town of Dry Gulch wants to tell Sam a secret. But when his hat gets plum full of secrets and won"t stay put on his head, Sam is bumfuzzled and bewildered. How can he keep all those secrets under wraps—and keep the townfolk from going crazy?Perfectly matched by Mike Wohnoutka"s comic illustrations, this funny and unexpectedly touching tale will appeal to readers young and old alike. ... Read more

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superb bedtime story
my son brought this book home from the school library and it was one of the best stories I've read to my children in a long time. I had to get my own copy!

I'll keep it under my hat.
Cowboy Sam is the local secret keeper in Dry Gulch.When someone tells him a secret he always nods and says, "I'll keep it under my hat."The problem begins when Cowboy Sam's hat gets too full of secrets!Nothing he does will keep his hat on his head and the entire town of Dry Gulch has to worry about their secrets! Ultimately, Cowboy Sam finds a solution to his secret problem, a solution which wins over everyone in Dry Gulch, even Tight-Lipped Tess.From now on, Cowboy Sam will 'keep it in his heart'.

Our four year old loves this book and gets a real kick out of the cute Texas sayings that Cowboy Sam brings to the book.Yippity-Skippty and Yee-Haw!Illustrations are look good and are funny in their own right.Highly recommended for all small kids.

Cowboy Sam, my kind of man.
As a librarian,first grade teacher, and parent, I would strongly recommend, Cowboy Sam and Those Confounded Secrets, as a GREAT read aloud.A must have for every library, but essential for every "Texas" collection, Cowboy Sam proves to be a true hero, an honest, trustworthy fellow.This book has wonerful opportunities as a teaching tool, both textually, and in character development for your students/children.Author Kathy Combs is an energetic, entertaining, speaker.She will keep your students captivated.Mike Wohnoutka's illustrations are a colorful, humorous, compliment to this story.

Cowboy Sam takes Texas by storm
A wonderful new cowboy has entered the Texas scene.His name is Cowboy Sam. This book,Cowboy Sam and Those Confounded Secrets, has a special message to all young and old cowpokes alike. There is great importance in keeping someone's special secret. When Cowboy Sam finds he can't keep all those secrets under his hat, he has a problem to solve. The figurative language and absolutely heart warming pictures allow the reader to travel along beside Sam as he solves his problem. Kudos to these emerging authors as they captivate us with this wild west tale.

Cowboy Sam in the classroom
Cowboy Sam and Those Confounded Secrets was given to me by the mother of one of my first grade students. We love books in our room, so I gratefully accepted and read it to my class.This book is a delightful story of acharacter set in a time that really interests children.The story held their interest, the illustrations are beautiful and I found it to be a valuable educational tool.This book fit in really well with our Character Building program.Sam is a cowboy who is trustworthy and never breaks a promise. We read it and discussed this positive trait and how it made Sam so likeable to others.
The book is rich in vocabulary. We discussed so many words! Examples include peculiar, confounded, bamboozled and dejected.We passed the book on to our older students, because it contains many similes, too.My favorite..." The day started out as normal as a blue jay soaring through the blue skies."
Cowboy Sam has become a welcome and much borrowed addition to my classroom library. ... Read more

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Kathy Griffin Fan this is your ultimate resource for the talented Kathy Griffin. Here you'll find the most up-to-date information, photos, and much more.

In easy to read chapters, with extensive references and links to get you to know all there is to know about her Early life, Career, Personal life, TV- and Filmography right away: Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List, List of Kathy Griffin stand-up specials, Suddenly Susan, For Your Consideration (album), and her influences Joan Rivers, Don Rickles and Johnny Carson

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Kathleen Mary "Kathy" Griffin (born November 4, 1960) is an American actress, stand-up comedian, media personality, and LGBT rights advocate. A self-proclaimed "D-list celebrity", Griffin first gained recognition for appearances on two episodes of Seinfeld, and then for her supporting role on the NBC sitcom Suddenly Susan. She is now the star of the Bravo reality show Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List, for which she won two Emmy Awards as executive producer. She has also worked as a voice artist and red carpet commentator, in addition to several other career pursuits. In 2008 and 2009 she was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album. ... Read more

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Cover article about Kathy Griffin. This is the Hollywood issue. Inclueds articles about Gus Van Sant and the Harvey Milk movie, Rosie O'Donnell, K.D. Lang, and more. ... Read more

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This here's the story of the meanest, most ornery and pugnacious, pigtail-wearing, pint-sized person in the whole entire Texas Hill Country, and how she saved the town of Lovett from getting blown clear off the map. It's the story of little Clementine Sweet, the youngest of fourteen, who gets so tired of being forgotten about that she starts stomping on people's feet just to get noticed. Things look pretty bad for the sore-footed folks of Lovett until Clementine finally discovers a better use for her extra strong legs and super tough feet, and the townspeople can put away their steel-toed shoes and start two-stepping again. Vibrant illustrations capture all the spunk and exaggeration of this uproarious tale, full of fun-to-read-aloud true Texas slang. Clementine Sweet's frustrations and triumphs will enthrall little cowgirls and cowboys everywhere. ... Read more

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Foot Stompin' Fun!
This is a great book that is fun to read aloud (using your best Texan drawl) with fun details for kids to point out while reading it.We love the cowboy and cowgirl outfits and boots too - Wohnoutka really paid attention to them in his illustrations.My kids love and recommend this book! ... Read more