You're Not Doing It Right: Tales of Marriage, Sex, Death, and Other Humiliations

I've always been a fan of Michael Ian Black, ever since I first discovered him as a member of the hilarious comedy trio "Stella". I expected this book to be very shticky, over-the-top, and silly; much like his comedy -- and it definitely has these elements. However it's also brutally honest and a gives you look into his personal life and marriage. I was not expecting such honesty and openness, but I loved his stories/advice and found it all fascinating.

Michael gives a great read/performance, and this book definitely has some solid laugh out loud moments (for me atleast). Highly recommend this book. And if you like this book you should check out his podcast "Mike and Tom Eat Snacks".

It reminded me of Tina Fey's Bossy Pants as well as David Cross' I Drink for A Reason, mostly due to the mixture of biography and comedy as well as the intricate detail for certain stories.

I laughed through a great deal of it, and was brought to tears by one particular scene.

The writing is, as one would expect from a comedy writer, quite funny. What was strange though is that even though it is the author (comedian Michael Ian Black) who is narrating the story, he reads it in a very monotonous way. What's more is that I am a fan of his standup, but I think he didn't bring very much of his standup personality to the reading of the book. If he had been a bit more engaging in the (...his) story I would have given this 4-5 stars.

I loved this book. I expected it to be funny; I did not expect it to be thought-provoking (really!) and poignant. Michael Ian Black writes from the heart and will make you laugh about a range of topics, from marriage & family to pop culture and religion. Highly recommended.

Notably unremarkable; fairly slow; somewhat deliberate. Found myself speeding up the delivery to keep things interesting.

I saw this recommended at another site & thought I'd try it, although the only thing I knew about this guy was the snarky comments on the VH1 series. I really enjoyed listening to this - the unexpected honesty, humor, and insights he shares about marriage, having & raising children. Just - not what I was expecting at all!

Michael's narration fits his dry, irreverent sense of humor. I know some listeners complained that he seemed monotoned, but I feel like they may not have been as familiar with his comedic style prior to listening.

I thought he did a great job of discussing (rather frankly) struggles in his marriage and as a parent while bringing his particular flavor of humor and sarcasm.

It was good but I feel like Billy Joel could have summed it up in 3.5 minutes or so. Either way, the book caught me entirely off guard with the raw sentimental tone it lingers in for the majority of the work., and yet the humor felt so familiar and resonated in some unused and I groomed region within awkward 20-something body. I guess it gave me some concept of mediocrity to examine and look forward to. Black affirms that its gonna be alright. Even though he won't a knowledge me on twitter.

@gymclasstryhard

Crushing around in a BMW reluctantly purchased, blasting music with the windows down - but not really "because instead of blasting he listens a 1/8th volume level and instead of music he's listening to NPR"

"A Blow Job is when you blow in someone's ear"

Yes

Fu*k this guy. He won't even follow me on Twitter

This book ranges from thoroughly entertaining to laughing-alone-in-my-car funny, and prior to listening to it I would not have called myself a fan of Michael Ian Black. Now I am. I'm 41, and could identify in some way with just about every single topic he touched on in this book. It was funny. Excellent narration in just the right voice. Bottom line, I loved it. Oh, and did I mention it was funny?

Micheal Ian Black is an enjoyable narrator to listen too. The is very honest about the joys and struggles of marriage and parenting.