I Shouldn't Even Be Doing This (Abridged): And Other Things That Strike Me as Funny Audiobook

" Bob Newhart is very funny and very old, these facts are both evident in this book. "

" I listened to this book which is narrated by the author. I think that fact made it so much more authentic. Newhart is truly a funny, unassuming comic. Really a fun trip down memory lane. "

" This book is a really wonderful read. Newhart presents himself as such a likeable guy, I was perfectly happy to wander with him as he negotiates the entertainment industry and builds a career. A bit of a disappointment, however, it that many of his routines are reprinted verbatim. So, if you are familiar with those, the book looses about 25% of its volume. "

" I grew up watching Bob Newhart and he's always been a comedian that I love. This book was a short blip of his very successful life and it really felt like he was talking to you over coffee. Not stuffy, not boring, and definitely full of funny bits. My favorite parts were the routines that he included- so funny! "

" Wasn't as much name dropping in this Memoir, and though stories were out of order chronologically, it was still rather good. My dad introduced me to His early albums. "

" Very enjoyable short read, organized as a bunch of chapters on different subjects but all focusing on Newhart's recollections on his life in comedy. "

" I guess I can't truly say I read this book since I did do some skimming. However, the reason I checked it out was because I saw a PBS special on Bob Newhart and this book was basically the written version of it, but not as good because you don't hear Newhart's trademark soft-spoken stammer or get to see all the clips of his shows. Instead, he tries to write out comedy bits, which, unfortunately, doesn't work all the time. It would probably be better if I had not seen that special. "

" Another great biography from a great comedic mind. If you are a Bob Newhart fan you will enjoy this. it is funny and takes you back to the good ol' days of comedy. "

" Learned so much about Bob and entertainment. Great book. "

" It's not really a memoir, just a collection of stories and anectdotes of how he broke into comedy and funny things that happened along the way. There's a surprising number of repeat stories, things he's told in interviews past. Still it's a nice light read from a very funny man. "

" what can I say. I love Bob Newhart,and I loved this book. "

" An under-appreciated gem of a comic who had the first platinum comedy album, two hugely successful sit-coms, and now a book that reaffirms his 'aw shucks' approach to success. Sometimes nice guys finish first - it's just that they make less noise about it, so no one notices. "

" This book provides the very enjoyably told story of both Bob Newhart's life and the art of his comedy. I highly recommend the audio book version, which is read by Newhart. Hearing his own story in his own voice is an absolute treat. "

" Not so much a traditional autobiography as a series of interesting and humorous rambles by a truly funny man. "

" Love Bob Newhart and his stories that he tells in this book. I found myself laughing in the middle of the night when I read. He tells of his early career and how he got started. Its hard to find a good comic who can tell a clean joke and he is great at it. "

" This is a funny book by comedian Bob Newhart. It contains transcripts of some of his funnier material as well as much biographical information. "

" Almost done with this one. It's funny and has made me chuckle to myself quite a bit. "

" I definitely recommend the audio CD for this book! I think reading the book would be less of an experience because you miss Newhart's characteristic humble, stumbling voice. Very cute! "

" very funny autobiography. it starts with the author taking about his life as a child and continues into when he became famous. it includes jokes and sketches from his programs. "

" The first 15 chapters were a wonderful walk down sentimental avenue of an iconic comedian. The 16th was a poignant conclusion. "

" Very entertaining book from one of America's funniest men. This was when comedy was actually funny -- not lewd, not angry. Great read for a long plane ride. "

" A nice book about Bob Newhart. He's a very funny man. Easy to read. If you're bored or have a day or two with nothing to do check it out. "

" Have you seen The Rescuers ? How can you not love Bob Newhart? "

" Lukewarm as to what Bob Newhart finds funny -- I do like him on TV though. "

" Made me look for his skits on YouTube "

" Love Bob Newhart. You can actually hear his voice in your brain when you read his words. He's funny...paper, tv, recordings...whatever. "

" An easy, breezy read with some genuine laughs in it. Not exactly in depth and full of non sequitors, but still enjoyable. "

" As someone who grew up with the Bob Newhart Show and Newhart, as well as listening to his stand up routines, it was fun reading the back stories to his career "

" Funny. I learned so many thing about him I never new before. "

" Anyone with memories of Bob Newhart as the hapless psychologist or inn keeper would enjoy this book. Newhart's autobiography was interesting, but he's funnier in person than in the reading of his book. "

" Bob is one of those things that's a family thing. Bob Newhart show was often on and I grew to love it and Newhart too. Loved the ending. It's more of a quiet funny, but still lovely. I watched Catch-22 because of it. Wonder if the albums would work or less compelling to a Gen-xer. Maybe Dvd. "

" Picked this up on a whim as I've never been a Bob Newhart fan, but really enjoyed this book. Made me laugh and was interesting to hear how he actually made it, first as standup comedian, then as a sitcom star. "

" This book is a delightful memoir from one of my favorite comedians. "

" Learned so much about Bob and entertainment. Great book. "

" Book on CD, read by the author. Newhart's dry style of comedy has always been a favorite of mine, and this did not disappoint. I almost had tears running from my eyes as I heard at least one sketch that I hadn't heard before, or had forgotten about. "

" Listened to this on tape read by the author; it's only 3 hours long which is a good thing because Newhart's stammering is pretty monotonous for that long. Some fun stories about his early days as a stand-up comedian and then TV personality. Might be better to read than listen to. "

" Listened to the audio version - best to hear Bob read his own book to me! "

" I love Bob Newhart. I love his stand -up routines. I thought Newhart was a very funny TV series once they got past the first season. But....I don't love this book. Perhaps his humour doesn't translate well to the written word. "

" I love Bob Newhart and loved this book just as much. I listened to him read his own book which only made it all the much better. Go Bob. "