HERE'S JOHNNY

Ed McMahon made his living as Johnny Carson's second banana, bantering with the "Tonight Show" host through 30 years of shows. This book brings no surprises; by now fans are familiar with the shy talk show host who was always "on." Still, with an emphasis on classic "Tonight Show" moments, McMahon's recollections will bring back warm memories for viewers. Brief audio clips from the show remind us that McMahon hasn't got his Johnny voice down pat, but he's an engaging reader with a conversational style--and sharp comic timing as well. There's an extensive photo album on CD-ROM to jog memories about some of the bits McMahon mentions. J.A.S. © AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine [Published: FEB/ MAR 06]