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Comedian Embraces All Her 'Bad' Selves
24 Nov, 2025
Summary
- New book explores embracing all life identities, even perceived 'bad' ones.
- Leiby shares hard-earned wisdom on self-acceptance and modern identities.
- A near-death experience at 19 shaped Leiby's view on life and self.
Comedian and writer Alison Leiby is set to release her new book, "I'm a Lot: Surviving Myself, and All the People I've Been," in summer 2026. The book promises to share hard-earned wisdom about navigating modern identities and embracing all facets of oneself, including those once deemed undesirable.
Leiby, known for her writing on shows like "Life & Beth" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," draws from personal experiences. A life-altering brush with death at 19 taught her the profound beauty of existence and the importance of self-acceptance, influencing the book's themes of introspection and commentary.
The collection of personal essays features deadpan humor and candid reflections, encouraging readers to see their diverse selves not as good or bad, but as integral parts of a beautiful whole. Leiby aims to help others embrace their unique identities, from personal choices to everyday habits, fostering a sense of wholeness.
