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Summary: Michael Thomas Ford is hysterical...
Review: Many people don't like his sharp, cynical humor. However, living in NYC, I can totally appreciate it. His short stories are things a gay-sitcom could be made out of, but only he's even funnier.An easy, quick read of short stories (perfect for mass-transit), and A GREAT GIFT idea for your "queer" friends.
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Summary: True to Life Funny!
Review: Michael Ford knows how to put into words what we as gay or queer people are really feeling and he does it in a very amusing way. He tells the truth about gay people. You won't find too much PC here. And that's a welcome relief. Michael may sound grumpy at times, in fact he's grumpy a lot, but it's in a loving & funny way. I loved this book, especially the chapters: "If the Shoe Fits" about Milton Berle & RuPaul and "Why Am I Queer" where he states as his closing statement, "What matters is being who we are, and not what someone else wants us to be." That says it all. If you want a good laugh make sure you read this book, and you don't have to be gay (queer) to enjoy it either. There's no topic that's too controversial for Michael, and sooner or later he talks about it. Enjoyable & Very Funny.
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Summary: True to Life Funny!
Review: Michael Ford knows how to put into words what we as gay or queer people are really feeling and he does it in a very amusing way. He tells the truth about gay people. You won't find too much PC here. And that's a welcome relief. Michael may sound grumpy at times, in fact he's grumpy a lot, but it's in a loving & funny way. I loved this book, especially the chapters: "If the Shoe Fits" about Milton Berle & RuPaul and "Why Am I Queer" where he states as his closing statement, "What matters is being who we are, and not what someone else wants us to be." That says it all. If you want a good laugh make sure you read this book, and you don't have to be gay (queer) to enjoy it either. There's no topic that's too controversial for Michael, and sooner or later he talks about it. Enjoyable & Very Funny.
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Summary: Laugh Out Loud Funny - Ford does it again!
Review: Michael Thomas Ford gives us a window into his world and his mind in this collection of short essays on a variety of topics. Ford's take on the world, and especially the gay world, is simply hilarious - this is a great book to read while commuting with it's short chapters and humor that might just help you face the day with a smile. So funny because it's true is the refrain while reading - we can all see someone we know in his writing. Or we are like the people he's writing about, so we know we are not alone. He succinctly skewers gay pride history, gay cinema history and size queens with rapier wit pointed commentary. A scream of a book.
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Summary: Best Of The Lot
Review: Michael Thomas Ford has a knack for seeing everday 'gay' matters in a completely different and skewed light. He is a strong match for anything David Sedaris has completed to date. This collection of short stories covers a wide range of subjects and territories and always manages to bring a chuckle. Remarkably, this is the kind of book that does not necessarily appeal only to gays, and in that, makes it unique. This is the best of his collections, so far, but I wouldn't discount anything he has written. He is just too much fun!
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Summary: Best Of The Lot
Review: Michael Thomas Ford has a knack for seeing everday 'gay' matters in a completely different and skewed light. He is a strong match for anything David Sedaris has completed to date. This collection of short stories covers a wide range of subjects and territories and always manages to bring a chuckle. Remarkably, this is the kind of book that does not necessarily appeal only to gays, and in that, makes it unique. This is the best of his collections, so far, but I wouldn't discount anything he has written. He is just too much fun!
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Summary: Humor with substance
Review: Michael Thomas Ford is a gay treasure! I bought this book after reading the terrific "Alec Baldwin Doesn't Love Me" and thought it was even better. "It's Not Mean If It's True" is hilariously funny, but underneath the humor there is wisdom and insight that make this book more than just a fun, light read. The fact that Mr. Ford has an agenda is what makes this book special, but he delivers his message in an entertaining and engaging way, without being preachy or self-righteous. I have read some reviews that are less than complimentary of Mr. Ford's style, but personally I thoroughly enjoy his amazing facility for the language and his wit. Finally, a gay author to whom we can all relate--Mr. Ford is not a drama queen, is not apologetic and does not pretend to be something he is not. He finds the humor in everyday situations and lets us all know that we should lighten up a little. This book will definitely appeal to a gay audience, but his message and wit are universal and should be read by anybody. Bravo, Mr. Ford...we want more!!
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Summary: Gotta love this man
Review: Michael Thomas Ford is so dead-on in this essays. How could you not love this man? I loved his essay "Welcome to the Real World" the most; I wish I could have lived that so-called Castro apartment! I have taken to just buying any Ford book once it appears on the bookshelves and I have yet to be disappointed. These books, and this one in particular, have found themselves on my nightstand for several weeks on end, as I can just pick up the book and open to one discreet chapter at a time. Thankfully, there is one new title available as I write this review, and I do hope that any friends that know me will buy it for me for the holidays!
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Summary: Gotta love this man
Review: Michael Thomas Ford is so dead-on in this essays. How could you not love this man? I loved his essay "Welcome to the Real World" the most; I wish I could have lived that so-called Castro apartment! I have taken to just buying any Ford book once it appears on the bookshelves and I have yet to be disappointed. These books, and this one in particular, have found themselves on my nightstand for several weeks on end, as I can just pick up the book and open to one discreet chapter at a time. Thankfully, there is one new title available as I write this review, and I do hope that any friends that know me will buy it for me for the holidays!
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Summary: Blah...
Review: There are a couple of good laughs in this book, the title story is funny, but overall the book is just average. Ford delivers a few chuckles, but mostly I was bored and wondering what all the fuss was about.
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