Tiffany Haddish Knihy

Tiffany Haddish returns with her highly anticipated essay collection, showcasing her journey from breakout star to A-list celebrity. Since her rise to fame with Girls Trip, she has made history as the first black female comedian to host Saturday Night Live and Shark Week, and released a hit stand-up special on Netflix. However, her path has not been without struggles. In this collection of humorous and heartfelt essays, Tiffany candidly reflects on her life’s ups and downs. There was a time when she struggled to find her identity, performing in costumes that mocked her airline coworkers and delivering lackluster jokes. With the help of friends and encouragement from Bob Saget, she eventually discovered her true self. The essays celebrate the lessons learned through joy and pain, addressing her childhood trauma, the challenges of being a black woman in entertainment, and a bittersweet reunion with her estranged father after nearly two decades. Tiffany offers plenty of advice along the way, presenting an unfiltered look into her life. These essays invite readers into her world, where joy, honesty, humor, and heart take center stage.

From stand-up comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish comes a hysterical and unflinching collection of personal essays that reflect her fearless spirit. Growing up in one of the poorest neighborhoods of South Central Los Angeles, Tiffany learned early on that making people laugh was a survival tactic. Humor helped her navigate school, avoid trouble with foster kids, and even attract boyfriends—though none of that quite worked out. Despite her struggles, including being a paid school mascot and an in-demand Bar Mitzvah hype woman, Tiffany's passion for comedy remained her guiding light. Her journey is marked by a series of shocking, jaw-dropping moments, from plotting revenge on an ex-boyfriend to grappling with her newfound fame while still holding onto a broke person's mindset. As she shares her story of rising from nothing to achieving her dreams, Tiffany uses her pain as a source of strength and healing. With a blend of humor, honesty, and raw emotion, she reveals her true self—humble, grateful, and undeniably funny. Through her experiences, she aims to inspire others, showcasing the transformative power of laughter.

From beloved comedian, actress, and New York Times bestselling author Tiffany Haddish comes Layla, the Last Black Unicorn, a hilarious, original picture book tale about a lovable but awkward unicorn who learns why her uniqueness is her biggest strength. It's not easy to fit in when you stand out.