A Very Punchable Face: A Memoir by Colin Jost

A Very Punchable Face

Extended Synopsis

In these hilarious essays, the Saturday Night Live head writer and Weekend Update co-anchor learns how to take a beating. If there is one trait that makes someone well suited to comedy, it is being able to take a punch—metaphorically and, occasionally, physically. From growing up in a family of firefighters on Staten Island to commuting three hours a day to high school, and attending Harvard while Facebook was created, Colin Jost shares how he has navigated the world like a slightly smarter Forrest Gump. Readers will discover surprising and confusing anecdotes, from how Jimmy Buffett saved his life and getting attacked by Czech teenagers with potato salad, to competing in a twenty-five-man match at WrestleMania. Jost also takes fans behind the scenes at SNL and shares the grueling realities of being a touring stand-up comedian. Balanced with honest, emotional moments—such as recounting his mother's experience as a first responder on 9/11—A Very Punchable Face reveals the brilliant mind and hardworking heart behind the humor.

Target Audience & Reader Targeting

Perfect for fans of stand-up comedy, Saturday Night Live, and humorous celebrity memoirs. An excellent fit for readers who enjoy self-deprecating humor, absurd real-life anecdotes, and exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpses into the television and entertainment industry.

Author Biography

Colin Jost is an American comedian, actor, and writer. He is best known for his extensive work on Saturday Night Live, where he has served as a head writer and the long-running co-anchor of the Weekend Update segment, writing some of the most memorable sketches and jokes of the past fifteen years.

Accolades & Awards

• A #1 New York Times Bestseller.
• Named one of the Best Books of the Year by Cosmopolitan, Vulture, and Parade.
• Endorsed with comedic praise by legendary comedian Larry David.

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