“Park These Brand New Books Right In This Little Book Shelf,” OR Mid-September New Releases

Happy mid-September! Time sure is flying this month, but our new releases are keeping us grounded. Explore the fantastical fiction capers, brilliant histories, and sobering narratives packing our shelves this week—you may just find your next favorite read! Piranesi by Susanna Clarke From the New York Times bestselling author of Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, an intoxicating, hypnotic … Continue reading “Park These Brand New Books Right In This Little Book Shelf,” OR Mid-September New Releases →

Michael Ian Black Wants to Know: Are You Prepared?

We learned a lot when Michael Ian Black was here last month to share his new book, You're Not Doing It Right, a collection of personal and often hilarious essays about what it's like to be Michael Ian Black. Among the various lessons Black imprinted upon our hearts was just how important it is to … Continue reading Michael Ian Black Wants to Know: Are You Prepared? →

All You Need to Know About Michael Ian Black in Austin

By now you may have heard that comedian Michael Ian Black is coming to Austin. Here's what you need to know if you want to see him: Sunday, March 4 7p - Alamo Drafthouse Michael Ian Black will take part in a special evening of clips and conversation at the Alamo Drafthouse at South Lamar. … Continue reading All You Need to Know About Michael Ian Black in Austin →

Book Review: ‘You’re Not Doing It Right’ by Michael Ian Black

Book: You're Not Doing It Right by Michael Ian Black Reviewed by: Joe T. **Signed copies of this book are now available!** Like many people my age, I discovered Michael Ian Black during his time on the MTV sketch comedy show, The State. It’s still, to this day, one of my major touchstones for comedy … Continue reading Book Review: ‘You’re Not Doing It Right’ by Michael Ian Black →

Reason #105 Why We Love Michael Ian Black

Michael Ian Black talks to himself, Michael Ian Black, about writing a book about being Michael Ian Black. One of these Michael Ian Blacks will be here at BookPeople Monday, March 5th, 7p to speak & sign his new memoir, You're Not Doing It Right. Which Michael Ian Black will it be? You'll have to … Continue reading Reason #105 Why We Love Michael Ian Black →

Reason #385 Why We Love Michael Ian Black

How do we love Michael Ian Black? Let us count the ways. At random. Reason #385: His 2009 children's book, Chicken Cheeks. And this video. Black's new book for grown-ups, You're Not Doing It Right: Tales of Marriage, Sex, Death and Other Humiliations will be available February 28th. You can pre-order your copy now. … Continue reading Reason #385 Why We Love Michael Ian Black →

Michael Ian Black is On His Way to Austin

THIS JUST IN: Monday, March 5th, 7p Michael Ian Black will be here at BookPeople to speak & sign his forthcoming collection of essays, You're Not Doing It Right: Tales of Marriage, Sex, Death and Other Humiliations. Further details to come. Make it your beeswax to be there, Austin.