How Y'All Doing?

How Ya'll Doing? Misadventures and Mischief from a Life Well Lived 

By Leslie Jordan

Audiobook read by the author

208 pages 

Published April 27, 2021

My review 4.5 out of 5 stars

I read this book to complete a prompt in the Story Graph Genre challenge: a nonfiction history book about an LGBTQIA+ issue or person. 

Viral sensation and Emmy Award-winner Leslie Jordan regales fans with entertaining stories about the odd, funny, and unforgettable events in his life in this unmissable essay collection that echoes his droll, irreverent voice.

When actor Leslie Jordan learned he had “gone viral,” he had no idea what that meant or how much his life was about to change. On Instagram, his uproarious videos have entertained millions and have made him a global celebrity. Now, he brings his bon vivance to the page with this collection of intimate and sassy essays.

Bursting with color and life, dripping with his puckish Southern charm, How Y’all Doing? is Leslie doing what Leslie does best: telling stories that make us laugh and lift our spirits even in the darkest days. Whether he’s writing about his brush with a group of ruffians in a West Hollywood Starbucks, or an unexpected phone call from legendary Hollywood start Debbie Reynolds, Leslie infuses each story with his fresh and saucy humor and pure heart.

How Y’all Doing? is an authentic, warm, and joyful portrait of an American Sweetheart— a Southern Baptist celebutante, first-rate raconteur, and keen observer of the odd side of life whose quirky wit rivals the likes of Amy Sedaris, Jenny Lawson, David Rakoff, and Sarah Vowell.

Loved this collection of essays by Leslie Jordan. 

Bittersweet after his passing to know there won't be any new stories from this amazing man. He's a treasure to the world. I'm glad that he wrote this book to be treasured by those who loved him. You can literally see him in your head telling these stories. I listened to this one in two sittings, just laughing along with his infectious giggle. 

I would say this one is worth picking up the audiobook to listen to, just to hear his voice telling his stories.