Happy Endings

The Tales of a Meaty-Breasted Zilch

De: Jim Norton

Narrado por: Jim Norton

Comedian Jim Norton is dirty...really dirty...the kind of dirty that makes The Aristocrats look like a knock-knock joke. Fortunately for him, his kind of dirty humor has earned him the distinction of being third microphone on the immensely popular Opie & Anthony syndicated radio show. In Happy Endings, Jim brings his raw, hilarious, and offensively honest comedy to Audible® listeners.

Jim will discuss everything from his affinity for hookers to stalking Black Sabbath and Alan Alda to always getting stuck with the hot girl's fat friend. He will share some of his experiences with Opie and Anthony, including his arrest on the infamous Voyeur Bus (a bus filled with naked girls that drove around Manhattan flashing passers-by). Many more heartwarming stories will be included in what is sure to be the most controversial title of 2007.

In addition to being a regular on the Opie & Anthony Show, Norton sells out comedy shows across the country. He starred on the recent HBO series Lucky Louie and was a regular on Comedy Central's Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn. He has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, and other national shows.

Norton had this to say about his forthcoming title: "It's ironic that many of the stories revolve around prostitution, because that's where all proceeds from this...will be going. Actually, that's probably more disgusting and creepy than ironic."

Explicit Language Warning: You must be 18 years or older to purchase.

©2007 Jim Norton. All rights reserved (P)2007 Simon and Schuster Inc. All rights reserved.

Doesn't get any cruder than this.

If you like Jim Norton's humor, you'll love this book. If you're someone that's uptight or easily offended, you'll pop a blood vessel after about 60 seconds of listening.

Somewhat Boring

I came to Happy Endings after listening to Hyena (by Rude Jude). I thought Happy Endings came through as a bit contrived with suspect filler material.

I’m no well-read literary aficionado. So YMMV!

fantastic I could listen once a day, everyday

jim norton is not only a phenomenal comedian, but an excellent story teller. Jim is one of the sort that's good at many things instead of being a one trick pony. Tell your friends Open wide here comes Jim Norton.

Boogers and piss

A hysterical and honest collection of writings from Norton's life. I'm a particular fan of his self analysis of poems and letters he wrote and received growing up.

Jim Norton is a GOD

Little Jimmy is not only a great comedian but a great author as well. With his brutally honesty about his life and his comedy this book should be bought for anyone who wants an honest look into the life of this comedian.

The funniest book I've heard heard.

After acquiring Jim Norton's book called I Hate Your Guts, I decided to give this audiobook a try. This is the perfect book to listen to while you're going for walks. Jim Norton's funny stories did not disappoint.

Wow this is bad

This guy is really sticking to that early 2000’s “lol are you triggered?” humor. He’s not even funny. He seems to think that talking about dicks=humor but honestly it just comes across as sad. Don’t waste your time or money

This isn't a stand up show

Jim can't get over himself enough to tell us about himself. This is just one bit after another which honestly are not that funny.

Good but not good... :/

It had good stories but that's all it was with no real rhyme or reason. Allot of talk about how annoying travel was. It's like long winded stories that didn't make it in his stand up.

Jim Norton really is a Zilch and proves it

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

Jim Norton is a dismal person, and probably needs a hug. This book would depress my friends, and if I recommended it, they would probably reconsider our friendship.

What was most disappointing about Jim Norton’s story?

There are no redeeming qualities to the story. Some okay laughs. Overall a big downer.

What three words best describe Jim Norton’s performance?

Jim Norton is highly self aware, but not very self reflective. He describes his enjoyment of prostitutes and empty sex. Very difficult to empathize with someone so unemphatic.

Do you think Happy Endings needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

Please, no. It would be more of the same, and the world just doesn't need it.

Any additional comments?

Jim Norton is funny on stage, in his career as a professional comedian. But in this book, you get too much information, and it did not enhance my enjoyment of his comedy in any way.