ONE MORE THING Stories and Other Stories

B.J. Novak, best known for co-writing and starring in the hit comedy "The Office," says this book developed alongside a series of public readings in front of live audiences. And that explains their accessible audible nature. With occasional help from guest performers, including Lena Dunham and Mindy Kaling, among others, Novak delivers a wide variety of stories ranging from tiny minimalist pieces to longer tales peopled with intriguing characters. Novak's narration is engagingly varied, though unified by an understated humor that matches the work's quirkiness. Beginning with odd "what if" premises--what if the tortoise and the hare had a rematch, the robotic sex toy you ordered fell in love with you, the most talented ambulance driver ever decided to pursue a singing career--Novak spins tales that transport listeners to unexpected places. J.C.G. © AudioFile 2014, Portland, Maine [Published: MARCH 2014]