Hilarious…She Memes Well balances jokes, autobiography and serious thoughts about the state of the country.” — The New York Times
“In She Memes Well, Quinta gives more than a peek behind the curtain. She invites us in, lets us poke around and offers a balm for our aching souls. She moves beyond the jokes into something much deeper, something we may not recognize we need. She is the friend, sister, lover, cool co-worker we all wished we had.” — Gabrielle Union, actress and New York Times bestselling author of We’re Going to Need More Wine
“Quinta Brunson may meme well, but to limit her to just being an Internet personality would be a disservice to you and her. She (and this book) are equal parts hilarious and thoughtful. I’m a fan of Quinta as a writer, as a performer and, most importantly, as a person. I promise after reading her book, you will be a fan too.” — Nick Kroll, actor, comedian, and producer
“A gloriously insightful, gut-busting glimpse into the brilliant mind of the internet’s golden child herself. She Memes Well is a beautiful trip down memory lane and an inspiring nudge to any creative looking to make their own eternal imprint, online or off.” — Issa Rae, Golden Globe-nominated actress (Insecure) and New York Times bestselling author of The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl
“The luminescent Quinta Brunson, who has already captivated the hearts of internet and television viewers alike, now hammers home her brilliance with the written word. One thing that really stuck with me was her age when she first saw Chocolate Rain. She is very young. Enjoy." — Chelsea Peretti, comedian and actor
"In this hilarious and poignant memoir, comedian Brunson shares her head and her heart for readers who may only know her face from the internet...Brunson’s razor-sharp wit and gratitude for her extraordinary life leap off every page. Perfect for fans of Bossypants and Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl." — Booklist, STARRED review
Quinta Brunson may meme well, but to limit her to just being an Internet personality would be a disservice to you and her. She (and this book) are equal parts hilarious and thoughtful. I’m a fan of Quinta as a writer, as a performer and, most importantly, as a person. I promise after reading her book, you will be a fan too.
"In this hilarious and poignant memoir, comedian Brunson shares her head and her heart for readers who may only know her face from the internet...Brunson’s razor-sharp wit and gratitude for her extraordinary life leap off every page. Perfect for fans of Bossypants and Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl."
The luminescent Quinta Brunson, who has already captivated the hearts of internet and television viewers alike, now hammers home her brilliance with the written word. One thing that really stuck with me was her age when she first saw Chocolate Rain. She is very young. Enjoy."
A gloriously insightful, gut-busting glimpse into the brilliant mind of the internet’s golden child herself. She Memes Well is a beautiful trip down memory lane and an inspiring nudge to any creative looking to make their own eternal imprint, online or off.
In She Memes Well, Quinta gives more than a peek behind the curtain. She invites us in, lets us poke around and offers a balm for our aching souls. She moves beyond the jokes into something much deeper, something we may not recognize we need. She is the friend, sister, lover, cool co-worker we all wished we had.
Hilarious…She Memes Well balances jokes, autobiography and serious thoughts about the state of the country.
06/01/2021
Brunson, comedian and executive producer of HBO's The Black Lady Sketch Show, delivers a collection of essays about humor and humility in this debut. From growing up Jehovah's Witness in Philadelphia, to relocating to Los Angeles, Brunson reveals her greatest loves and embraces her roots, literally and figuratively. Sharing details of her love of dance and performance, her path to creativity, and her stumbling blocks, Brunson covers her journey in entertainment, from lighthearted teenage moments, to participating in Black Lives Matter protests, to surviving a worldwide pandemic. More a declaration of setbacks than a manual on success, this book has a lot of heart, which shines throughout each chapter, especially where Brunson discusses her favorite conversation points: "iOS updates, anime, and Adventure Time." Fans of her work on BuzzFeed Video will be familiar with her anecdotes about working in retail to fund the pursuit of her dream comedy career, and will find added nuance here. VERDICT Laid back and relatable, Brunson's book is reminiscent of a chat with your oldest friend from high school. Her honesty and tenacity will inspire readers to follow their own dreams. For fans of Tiffany Haddish, Tina Fey, or Napoleon Dynamite.—Alana Quarles, Fairfax County P.L., Alexandria, VA
