A Nobody in a Somebody World: My Hollywood Life in Beverly Hills

Lorraine Holnback Brodek
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Have you ever wondered what it's like for a nobody in a somebody world?"How can you not read a book with a chapter titled 'Porno and Public TV?' Lorraine Brodek is a wife, mom, entrepreneur, and no surprise to those who know her, a very funny writer. She was also a good friend to my mom, Erma Bombeck. Her stories about growing up in Beverly Hills, encounters with celebs and a near-death experience in the Grand Canyon with our family are priceless!"-Matt Bombeck, screenwriter, producer; and Erma Bombeck's familyWith wit, charm, and a healthy dose of self-deprecation, Lorraine takes us on a wild ride through her life as an anonymous observer in Hollywood's glitzy, glamorous world.From her disastrous experience in the film industry to when she was featured in the Ladies Home Journal magazine (and it didn't go quite as planned), Lorraine has had her fair share of ups and downs. But her ability to find humor in even the darkest moments makes this book such a delight to read.And, let's not forget about that time she appeared on a #1 game show, and her reputation was left in shambles. But as Lorraine reminds us, truth is way funnier than fiction. And she certainly has no shortage of hilarious, sometimes bawdy, stories to tell.So whether you're a somebody or a nobody, "A Nobody in a Somebody World" is the perfect escape from the real world. Get ready to laugh, cringe, and maybe even shed a tear (but only from laughing too hard). Lorraine may be a nobody, but she's a comedic genius in our eyes.Join the ranks of readers who can't stop laughing out loud. Trust us, you won't want to put this book down!Get your copy of "A Nobody in a Somebody World" today.
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