Mindy Kaling is a multi-hyphenate, she can make people laugh, act, write, and produce. She is an inspiration for the South Asian diaspora as she has worked her way to the top in Hollywood and represents the community on an international level. On her birthday this year, let’s tune into five personal and hilarious essays from the series – ‘Nothing Like I Imagined’ on Audible where the actress offers a peek into her life, love, career, and single mommyhood in the multiple essay series.
In this hilarious and personal memoir, Mindy Kaling details her new role as a single mom, the perks of having her own back, and how she deals with social anxiety even at glamorous A-List parties. Mindy shares a couple of funny yet embarrassing anecdotes about her life. She once got interrupted at a Hollywood bruncheon on the occasion of a BFF’s birthday party and another time she hampered a LA crime. She also reflects on how she came to terms with the fact that she had everything in life after a series of profound reflections.
Please Like Me (But Keep Away)
Overwhelmed by touching forty, the executive producer of several successful TV series – reflects on the importance of having good friends in this heartfelt memoir. The whimsical Hollywood comedienne is one of the first to click twelve selfies at an Oscar party, a true reflection of her outgoing nature. But just like any of us, she has her insecurities and fears. Discover how she overcomes them with help and support from friends for thirty years.
Mindy Kaling engages with her culture and religion at convenience, the extent to which it is fun and tolerable. Sparing her appreciation for Ravi Shankar’s music and spicy food – Mindy realizes that she is not a true-blue Hindu. Her daughter’s Jewish godfather – B.J. Novak encourages her to reconsider her aptitude towards faith and the depth of her belief in Hinduism. As she leans in to grasp knowledge and find her footing, she wonders how Hindu she wants her daughter to be. Those of you who are confused about your culture and religious beliefs, this audiobooks makes for an interesting listen to seek some clarity.
Once Upon A Time In Silver Lake
Brace yourself to be thrilled with a goosebumps-inducing experience by Mindy. Once Upon a Time in Silver Lake is a nerve-racking account of Mindy’s encounter with a mysterious stranger during a night out with B.J. Novak. Unlike the other essays in the series ‘Nothing Like I Imagined’ this one is particularly chilly and suspense-filled when Mindy and B.J.’s brief encounter with the unexpected creeper takes an unforeseen turn in Sunset Junction.
All single working mothers will relate to this heartfelt memoir documenting Mindy’s overwhelming journey to motherhood. Mindy’s journey to motherhood as a single mother is tumultous and is asked by one of her friends to seek professional nursing help. Motivated by the urge to easen her burden Mindy hires help. Just like any other mother dealing with childbirth for the first time, she has her apprehensions about her ability to take care of a baby. She is given adequate support and help from the nurse, this makes her cherish the bond she has with her.
Mindy makes her struggle seem easy and embarrassing moments seem funny. Do take notes as the actress uses her powerful voice to share insights on life retable to any woman in the most hilarious way possible. Raise a toast for a legend in the making and tune into her Audible Series on her birthday this year.
