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Summaries of books by Mindy Kaling:

Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?

Mindy Kaling
The book is a collection of humorous essays and observations from the author's life, covering her childhood, career in comedy, and experiences in Hollywood. It offers a candid and witty look at her personal insecurities, relationships, and the challenges of being a woman in the entertainment industry.
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Why Not Me?

Mindy Kaling
The book is a collection of humorous essays where the author shares her ongoing journey to find contentment and excitement in her adult life, along with behind-the-scenes stories from her work on television and insights into her personal life, including her struggles with confidence and dating. It also includes satirical takes on Hollywood life and the challenges faced by a woman of color in the entertainment industry.
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Kind of Hindu

Mindy Kaling
In this collection of personal essays, the author humorously explores her complex relationship with her South Asian heritage and Hindu faith, particularly after becoming a mother. She reflects on her attempts to connect with her cultural roots and the challenges of passing on traditions in a modern, American context.
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Big Shot

Mindy Kaling
In this collection of personal essays, the author shares humorous and insightful stories from her life, touching on themes of fame, social media, and motherhood. She reflects on her experiences in Hollywood, the challenges of being a single parent, and the quirks of her own personality.
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Help Is on the Way

Mindy Kaling
The book is a collection of personal essays where the author shares her experiences navigating motherhood, Hollywood, and the unexpected challenges of adult life. With humor and insight, she reflects on topics ranging from single parenting to the pressures of being in the public eye.
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Searching for Coach Taylor

Mindy Kaling
In this collection of personal essays, the author humorously explores her life experiences, including her adventures in Hollywood, her take on being a single parent, and her longing for a mentor figure akin to Coach Taylor from "Friday Night Lights." She reflects on her Indian-American identity, her career, and the quirks of fame with wit and candor.
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Once Upon a Time in Silver Lake

Mindy Kaling
The book is a collection of personal essays where the author shares humorous and insightful stories about her life as a single mother and a Hollywood star. She reflects on her experiences with dating, parenthood, and finding her identity in an industry full of expectations.
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