I Don't Know What You Know Me From

Confessions of a Co-Star

De: Judy Greer

Narrado por: Judy Greer

You know Judy Greer, right? Maybe from The Wedding Planner, 13 Going on 30, Carrie, Arrested Development, or The Descendants. Yes, you totally recognize her. And, odds are, you already feel like she’s your friend.

In her first book of essays, I Don’t Know What You Know Me From, Greer writes about everything you would hope to hear from your best friend: how a midnight shopping trip to Walgreens can cure all; what it’s like to wake up one day with stepchildren; and how she really feels about fans telling her that she’s prettier in person. Yes, it’s all here—from the hilarious moments to the
intimate confessions.

But Judy Greer isn’t just a regular friend—she’s a celebrity friend. Want to know which celebs she’s peed next to? Or what the Academy Awards are actually like? Or which hot actor gave her father a Harley-Davidson? Don’t worry; Greer reveals all of that, too. You’ll love her because, besides being laugh-out-loud funny, she makes us genuinely feel like she’s one of us. Because even though she sometimes has a stylist and a makeup artist, she still wears (and hates!) Spanx. Because even after almost twenty years in Hollywood, she still hasn’t figured everything out—except that you should always wash your face before bed. Always.

Reseñas de la Crítica

“A hilarious, heartfelt memoir.”
—InStyle

“These essays on everything from her mom the (former) nun to her inability to ditch a mortifying vanity plate because her dad made (“*2B”) to her passion for her toothless bulldog rescue will make you wish Greer was your wacky best friend.”
—People Magazine

“Intimate and frank . . . And for fans of hers who do know why they know her, and who have been clamoring for the gifted character actress to get the starring role they’ve long felt she’s deserved, I Don’t Know What You Know Me From proves what they’ve always suspected: Judy Greer shines in the starring role. It really is just like gossiping—and, occasionally, kvetching—with a friend over a glass of wine.”
—The Daily Beast

"The book is so funny it might make [Greer] a household name."
—Ladies' Home Journal

"[Greer's] charming memoir is a series of vignettes covering her childhood in Michigan, her adventures in stepparenting, and her experiences on film and television sets. . . . [Her] bubbly best-friend personality and self-deprecating anecdotes will have readers rooting for her, and will likely win her new fans."
—Booklist

"Greer is an engaging and witty storyteller, at turns wistful and unsparingly honest. . . . Readers will wish Greer was their conspiratorial best friend."
—Kirkus

“Reading this book is like talking to Judy Greer herself, impossible to do without a smile on your face. Finally this perennial co-star gets to confound Hollywood’s expectations and take center stage in a role that’s every bit as hilarious, delightful, and brutally honest as the comedienne herself. It’s a role only one person was born to play: Sandra Bullock. (Although maybe Judy could be her friend or something?)”
—Mitch Hurwitz

“Whether or not you ‘know what you know her from,’ chances are you have seen Judy Greer in a movie, at least once in your life, and wanted to be best friends with her. The good news is that her book is just as honest, witty, and observant as she actually is. From her early life and her experiences in love and friendship to the weird world of Hollywood, she candidly spills the beans and consistently entertains. So now is your chance—you too can be friends with Judy (sort of).”
—Rashida Jones

“If you’ve heard Judy speak even once you can hear her voice all through these wonderful stories, because she writes like she talks and what she says is so much fun to listen to. My only complaint was how much I missed her when the book was over—but that’s how I always feel after a long stay with a good friend.”
—Jim Parsons

“I read it in one sitting. Then I flushed.”
—Zach Galifianakis

Funniest book about Show Biz in A Long Time

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Bcause it's very funny.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

The blind date with the man who would become her husband. Anyone who's been on a blind date can relate. She forgot what he looked like, after two hours of talking to him over dinner.

Which scene was your favorite?

Getting to know her step children and her husband's ex.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Ashton Kutcher bought Judy's dad a serious Harley, just cause Ashton's a good guy.

Any additional comments?

I'd be surprised if she doesn't become a major comedy star,after this book. She's really funny and you can't help but wish her the best.

Fun book

Any additional comments?

I am a fan of Judy Greer and really enjoyed her book. It is a nice light listen.

Light and bright

This book is a testament to not taking yourself (or life) too seriously. I found her take on things intoxicatingly bingeable, if for no other reason than it being a reprieve from the cultural norms where everything is a problem or dramatic or intense. She’s fun. And this book reminded me to take each chapter in life moment-to-moment and not read too deeply into everything.

With that being said, I was waiting for her to get deeper, specifically with acting. Call it projection or blame it on the title, but I was hoping for a little glimpse into her relationship to her career beyond it being what she fell into. At one point she does say acting wasn’t her life “yet”, which made me anticipate the moment it did become her life and what that was like in terms of passion. Instead, I got a lukewarm feel throughout and was shocked when the last chapter came to a close. So it wasn’t quite the payoff I was expecting, but I still appreciate the lightheartedness of it.

Not everything has to hit hard in the humanity. This was fun, and it made me feel like anything is possible. And the organization and performance was crisp. So for all intents and purposes, I enjoyed it, even if it left me a little less than satisfied.

Like a funny friend telling you stories

Would you listen to I Don't Know What You Know Me From again? Why?

Yes! Judy was just FUN to listen to. I loved hearing about her life as a actress, LA, her childhood, her marraige, her friendships. It was just like going to cocktails with that funny friend who just honest about what's happening in her life - and yours. Good comedy doesn't shy away from imperfections and the trials of life - it just helps us laugh at the absurdity of it. And I loved hearing it in Judy Greer's own wonderful voice.

What other book might you compare I Don't Know What You Know Me From to and why?

Bossypants by Tina Fey and Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns) by Mindy Kahling

Which character – as performed by Judy Greer – was your favorite?

herself :)

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes - but since it's broken up into different ideas, i didn't have to! Perfect for my commute

Any additional comments?

try it! you'll like it!

Yay!!! Another Audible Favorite!

This book was on par with my absolute, hands down favorite "BossyPants". Judy Greer's stories are touching, funny, interesting and well narrated. As another small town Michigan girl, her early essays on growing up outside Detroit during the "John Hughes" era made me feel like we were besties exchanging memories. Love this book!!!