Here's the Deal

Don't Touch Me

By: Howie Mandel , Josh Young

Narrated by: Howie Mandel

Length: 5 hrs and 2 mins

Publisher's summary

A frank, funny, no-holds-barred memoir that reveals the Deal or No Deal host's ongoing struggle with OCD and ADHD - and how it has shaped his life and career.

Howie Mandel is one of the most recognizable names in entertainment - respected by his peers and beloved by audiences as the host of the enormously popular prime-time game show Deal or No Deal. With a career that spans three decades and many different show-business platforms - he's a renowned stand-up comedian who continues to perform more than 150 sold-out shows a year, he created the award-winning TV show Bobby's World, he's starred in feature films and the hit TV series St. Elsewhere, and he's also hosted his own daytime talk show - he's one of the most versatile performers anywhere. But there are aspects of his personal and professional life he's never talked about publicly - until now.

Eleven years ago, Mandel first told the world about his "germophobia." He's recently started discussing his adult ADHD as well. Now, for the first time, he reveals the details of his struggle with these challenging disorders. He catalogs his numerous fears and neuroses and shares entertaining stories about how he has tried to integrate them into his act. "If I'm making myself laugh," he writes, "then I'm distracted from all the other things going on in my head that are, at times, torturous." And he speaks frankly and honestly about the ways his condition has affected his personal life - as a son, husband, and father of three.

As heartfelt as it is hilarious, Here's the Deal: Don't Touch Me is the story of one man's effort to draw comic inspiration out of his darkest, most vulnerable places. It's sure to please Howie Mandel's legion of fans - and provide hope to the millions who strive to succeed in spite of OCD and ADHD.

©2009 Howie Mandel (P)2009 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

“A frank and funny memoir.” (New York Post)

Interesting Abbreviated Biography

Very interesting read on both how Howie Mandel achieved success and what fuels his anxiety. It seemed like and abbreviated view of isolated incidents, but put together it is a great view of his life so far.

Amazing

Excellent
I loved it was really well written and Howie was a great narrator.
I would recommend it to all my friends and family

A must listen for any fan of Howie

His amazing and inspirational life, the hurdles, the triumphs, the failures. All of these pieces combined to make a very compassionate, self aware, and grounded albeit successful man. He is a inspiration to anyone who suffers from mental illness. I will be a life long fan.

Fun

Mandel is crazy but it's what I expected. Good listen.

A surprisingly good audible book!

OK, I can't even imagine someone else narrating this book. I bought this because I do like celebrity bios. I was not a fan of Howie's, although I was interested in his OCD. I was amazed at how candid he was. He truly was a jerk. I'm shocked that he admits this. BUT, he does have some nice sides to him, that make him more likeable. His wife truly does deserve an award! I bet if I had read this book, I would have put it down. I listened to this book all in one sitting. He was hilarious! And adding little side bits to the book, was great. I love hearing how the celebrities had to struggle early in their lives, makes them more human. I would recommend this audible book, as it is a great listen, had me laughing at many instances. Only Howie could have read this. Any other narrator would have killed the book.

Fast Paced, Fun Ride!

I have never been a Howie Mandel fan, but having heard him interviewed once about his OCD I was interested in hearing more. The book is fast paced and there are some laugh out loud moments. I was pleasantly surprised at how frank Howie is about his issues and how he doesn't use any excuses. I was also surprised that he has been with his wife since high school. One of the things I liked best about the book was when Howie stepped back and commented on what he was reading for the benefit of the listener--it really felt more like a performance than a read. I highly recommend this book.

This is great, Howie. Shake my hand and Go wash.

A good read, and better since Howie is narrating. When is the next book Howie?

Wonderful listen

Really great narrative with extra features and impressions that could only be appreciated via audio.

When will the next book be out?!

Loved, loved, LOVED this book! Howie is the King of story telling! Wonderfully fun listen!

Funny, Fascinating

Howie Mandel is one heck of a tormented soul, but it certainly makes for enjoyable reading.