"Born Standing Up" by Steve Martin

Ever since I saw this book when it came out last year (maybe around Christmas?) I've wanted to read it. But, alas, I don't get much reading time during the school year.

Anyways, it was one of the first books I added to my library list early this summer, and just now got it from the library on Monday. It has every right to be a popular book.

Steve Martin talks about what all it took to get him into stand up, for him to realize it's his calling, and actually didn't talk too much about the high point - which usually makes it all the more interesting. We all have a pretty good idea of what happened after SNL and all the movies, but it's always fun to see a celebrity and learn what happened that got them there.

He seems to have an infectious sense of humor, that inserts itself throughout the book, and he has a great way of reminding us that celebrities, too, have their struggles.
Check it out when you have the time.