"Paddle Your Own Canoe" by Nick Offerman

I am a fan of Nick Offerman. I am a fan of his performances, both dramatic and comedic. I am a fan of his philosophy related to the entertainment industry and how best to navigate it as an actor. I am a fan of his humour and wit. I wasn't a fan of this book. I am not convinced that I wanted an autobiographical journey for an actor who has not yet proven to have a full and vibrant career. I guess I was expecting something of a self help book with different tips and suggestions to best enrich one's life. Don't get me wrong, that is embedded in between these two covers but I found myself dragging through very personal anecdotes that I wasn't expecting when I first opened this book. Nick Offerman is a fascinating human and I would love to spend time in his presence. I expect he speaks in much the same way that he writes and I would enjoy the particularies of that style so much more in person. For whatever reason, if feels too forced on paper and it drew me away from enjoying the witticisms and clever phrasings. I'm happy that this book exists. I think I would really enjoy a narrative piece in Offerman's voice. Something less bound to actual events, perhaps. He could spin a yarn that might make the world's largest ball of yarn if wound up. This man could pen an epic tale, of that I have no doubt.