If laughter is the best medicine, then Mindy Kaling’s Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? is the perfect prescription. Equal parts witty, warm, and wildly relatable, this memoir reads like a late-night catch-up session with your funniest friend.
Mindy, best known for her roles in The Office and The Mindy Project, delivers a collection of essays that cover everything from her childhood as a “chubster” in Massachusetts to her rise in the comedy world. But don’t expect a traditional rags-to-riches story. This book shines because Mindy owns her quirks and awkward moments — and invites you to laugh at yours, too.
Whether she’s talking about her deep love for romantic comedies, creating “best friend rights and responsibilities,” or calling out double standards in Hollywood, Mindy’s voice is refreshingly honest. She doesn’t pretend to have it all figured out — which is exactly what makes her so lovable.
What stands out most is her unique blend of self-deprecating humor and subtle wisdom. She’s confident, but not cocky. Flawed, but fierce. Funny, but with just the right amount of depth. You’ll finish this book wishing she were your real-life BFF.