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Wondering if science could explain how he survived his 40-year avalanche of drugs and alcohol, Ozzy Osbourne became one of a handful of people in the world to have his entire DNA mapped in 2010. It was a highly complex, $65,000 process, but the results were conclusive: Ozzy is a genetic anomaly. The "Full Ozzy Genome" contained variants that scientists had never before encountered and the findings were presented at the prestigious TEDMED Conference in San Diego-making headlines around the world. The procedure was in part sponsored by The Sunday Times of London, which had already caused an international fururoe by appointing Ozzy Osbourne its star health advice columnist. The newpaper argued that Ozzy's mutliple near-death experiences, 40-year history of drug abuse, and extreme hypocondria qualified him more than any other for the job. The column was an overnight hit, being quickly picked up by Rolling Stone to give it a global audience of millions.
In Trust Me, I'm Dr. Ozzy, Ozzy answers reader's questions with his outrageous wit and surprising wisdom, digging deep into his past to tell the memoir-style survival stories never published before-and offer guidance that no sane human being should follow. Part humor, part memoir, and part bad advice, Trust Me, I'm Dr. Ozzy will include some of the best material from his published columns, answers to celebrities' medical questions, charts, sidebars, and more.
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"Love love LOVED this book. I am not a fan of Ozzy's music, but I love the brands that he and his wife have created for themselves. This book was a light read, a lot of fun and a great break from all the bad news out in the world today. After reading this book, I am convinced that the "Prince of Darkness" has a huge and gentle heart. He gave a lot of funny advice but it's clear to me that he really does care about others and would like to help people from repeating his bad choices. Thanks Dr. Ozzy, for a great diversion."
— Heather (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Sometimes uncontrollable laughter is the best medicine.”
— Barnes & Noble, editorial review -
“Laugh-out-load funny and surprisingly informative, this audio is a must for fans.”
— Publishers Weekly (starred audio review) -
“Highly entertaining and often enlightening…Ozzy writes like the charming, avuncular Muppet-style goofball he displayed in his 2002–2005 reality show The Osbournes.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“What a hoot to read this book, drawn from Osbourne’s columns in Rolling Stone and the London Sunday Times.”
— Library Journal -
“Experiencing a void in your advice intake since Dear Abbie and Ann Landers were replaced by younger busybodies?…As Ozzy and the book’s repeated editorial warnings and disclaimers warn, he is ‘not a qualified medical professional’—‘seriously, caution is advised.’ Still, ‘Dr.’ Osbourne’s advice is more down-to-earth than what more traditional sources offer.”
— Booklist
Awards
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Recipient of the 2011Publishers Weekly Listen-Up Award for Nonfiction
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A New York Times bestseller
Trust Me, I'm Dr. Ozzy Listener Reviews
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" Ozzy does it once again....5 stars! It seems Ozzy has a health advice column with the Sunday Magazine in London and Rolling Stone. This book gives some of the letters and answers he receives as well as interesting facts about medicine and strange illnesses. A hilarious and interesting book. I got this one for my nook. "
— Marisa, 2/19/2014 -
" Just makes me miss The Osbourne's all over again. Love Ozzy & this book! "
— Janene, 2/14/2014 -
" Really funny book. "
— Samuel, 2/3/2014 -
" It was a lot funnier then you think it would be. "
— Samantha, 1/31/2014 -
" Really funny book! Nice to see Ozzy poking fun of even himself, showing his human side. Guy's really been through a lot! "
— James, 1/28/2014 -
" It was super cool meeting Ozzy and getting my book signed. "
— Talia, 1/25/2014 -
" While all the medical information Ozzy may not know himself, you can get a sense that he really does have concern for the folks who write in. He has some funny moments, some heart felt moments, and other moments where he can share either his own experiences or those of people he knows. Entertaining, as well as informative in typical Ozzy fashion! Worth the read! "
— Reese, 1/9/2014 -
" I really love the book and I read it in two days. It's a very funny book and I enjoy the real anecdote, fact and question about the people. The recommandation by Dr. Ozzy is also very cool. An easy book to read and it's incredible to read everything that happen to the prince of darkness. "
— Jean-nicolas, 1/8/2014 -
" Ah, Dr. Ozzy... how come some of your answers seem more reasonable and make more sense that the answers of more qualified experts? "
— Roberta, 12/26/2013 -
" Ozzy is almost always entertaining. Some of his answers are hilarious while others are actually sound advice. The quizzes and other factoids were really interesting. Just don't read it looking for real medical advice (which should be blatantly obvious...) "
— Travis, 12/21/2013 -
" This book is even more hillarious than his bio "I AM Ozzy". Chock full of the "Ozzy humor" we've all come to know and love but also tons of common sense advice. A great read! "
— Reika, 12/16/2013 -
" Oh. My. God. Ozzy is writing an advice column that appears in the Sun Times and Rolling Stone... he's hysterical and draws on his own life for examples in his answers to letters from fans about everything! Even parenting and medical concerns. But I have to say, he's really got good advice. "
— Michelle, 12/13/2013 -
" I had no idea Ozzy had an advice column - I've subscribed to Rolling Stone just so I can continue reading it. The book was a collection of the letters he's answered and I laughed myself silly through the whole thing. If you look past the smart @ss comments he makes, he really does have common sense. "
— Marie, 12/11/2013 -
" Utter silliness. "
— Tracy, 12/10/2013 -
" It's a slightly raunchier version of his column in Rolling Stone magazine. Despite his language, I had to laugh out loud at some parts. On the other hand, I have a warped sense of humor, like weird medicine and get the giggles imagining a rock star chatting up a cow. "
— Kyrie, 12/3/2013 -
" I am really liking this book so far. It is laugh out loud funny. I can't wait to see what else Ozzy has to say! "
— Tammy, 11/29/2013 -
" I wasn't sure what to expect going into this book, but I wound up being pleasantly surprised. At times laugh out loud funny, at others cognizant and insightful, it seems like 'ole Ozzy has really cleaned up his act. "
— Roseann, 9/29/2013 -
" Ozzy is hilarious! "
— Kim, 9/13/2013 -
" I really enjoyed this book, it had some good humor, some pretty good advice (at times), and overall it was very interesting and entertaining. I will definitely be recommending this book to other people, and I will be watching out for any more he may come out with. "
— Alyssa, 8/2/2013 -
" This is hilarious!! "
— Dee, 6/23/2013 -
" Entertaining. Humorous. Educational (in bits). A good, quick read. "
— Adri, 5/24/2013 -
" HILARIOUS!!!!!!!!!!! Yep if you can imagine Ozzy as a Doctor, that should say it all!! A must read for any Ozzy fan or anyone that needs a good laugh!!!! "
— Jenn, 4/28/2013 -
" Just a treat. I can hear his voice throughtout. It's the perfect bathroom book. Crisp sage and entertaining advice. Wonderful frank tidbits and glimpses into Ozzy's life as well. No need to be an Ozzy fan. "
— Sophie, 4/12/2013 -
" I really, really like Ozzy. Who knew he would be giving such great advice?! Not a book for everybody, but I really enjoyed it. I read it in one sitting and spent most of it laughing out loud. "
— Lori, 11/17/2012 -
" Dr. Ozzie gets asked some strange questions. This makes the book very funny. He gives good advice to serious as well as silly questions. "
— Kathy, 10/3/2012 -
" Worth reading for the few REALLY good laughs I had. But overall not great. But those really good laughs were out loud hilarious and have stayed with me. V funny. "
— Charlotte, 5/3/2012 -
" Based on the advice columns in The Rolling Stone and The Sunday Times. Laugh out loud funny! And yet surprisingly, the Prince of Darkness makes some good points. Definitely an enjoyable read! "
— Dani, 4/14/2012 -
" Hilarious! Ozzy is really a funny man. It's interesting to hear all the things he has been through and lived to tell! Some of his advice is right on the money! "
— Marta, 2/26/2012 -
" I really, really like Ozzy. Who knew he would be giving such great advice?! Not a book for everybody, but I really enjoyed it. I read it in one sitting and spent most of it laughing out loud. "
— Lori, 10/26/2011 -
" Surprisingly fascinating, and actually full of pretty sound advice. "
— Leslie, 10/23/2011 -
" Ozzy...I love ya man! The humor of Ozzy and some pretty good health tips too.....mgc "
— Michael, 10/20/2011 -
" Funny! But kind of dumb. I mostly skimmed through it. Not an autobiography really, just some laughs. "
— Marci, 9/23/2011
About Ozzy Osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne was born in Aston, Birmingham, in 1948. He has sold over a hundred million records both with Black Sabbath and as an award-winning solo artist. In addition to winning numerous Grammy awards for his achievements in music, he has appeared in movies and on television, including his reality show The Osbournes. Osbourne is the author of the New York Times bestsellers I Am Ozzy and Trust Me, I’m Dr. Ozzy. He has five children and lives with his wife, Sharon, in California and Buckinghamshire.
About Frank Skinner
Frank Skinner is a British actor and comedian. Having performed his first stand-up comedy gig in 1987 at the age of thirty, he beat out Eddie Izzard for the 1991 Perrier Award for Comedy at the Edinburgh festival.