Bouncing Back: I've Survived Everything ... and I Mean Everything ... and You Can Too!

Joan Rivers

Aug 2010 · Harper Collins

About this ebook

A fiercely honest and moving story of how Joan Rivers, one of comedy's greatest stars, survived the worst that life could throw at her, how she hit bottom and then made it back to the top.

"There are many self-help books by Ph.D's, but I hold a different degree: an I.B.T.I.A. — I've Been Through It All. This degree comes not on parchment but on gauze, and it entitles me to tell you that there is a way to get through any misfortune."  —From Bouncing Back

Survival stratagems from Joan Rivers

• Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger
• And always remember: Surviving is the best revenge
• Look at Alexander Graham Bell, who did 22,000 experiments before he hit on the telephone. Just a few more and he would have had call waiting
• Whenever I hit bottom, the only thing I think of was set down by Jerome Kern: Pick myself up, dust myself off and start all over again. Dr. Kevorkian will get no call from me, unless I think he'd look good in a brooch.

Ratings and reviews

This book is NOT what you expect from Joan Rivers, the comedian. Yes, it's laugh out loud funny in parts, but it is very encouraging and does a good job of making you feel like you're not alone in whatever it is you're currently suffering through. There are great real-life examples of people who have gone through tragedy and survived it and Joan herself, of course, has been to hell and back. This book is short and sweet and truly helpful. I've read it more than once over the years when I'm going through difficult times. It also makes for a great gift if you know someone who is grieving the loss of a job or even a loved one. I highly recommend it.

Really hit home. Helped me understand a lot about my own situations

Great read. Got me through some tough days. Humorous, touching and inspiring to say the least. Loved this book.

About the author

Joan Rivers, the author of many high-profile bestselling books, is the host of cable television's highly rated E! preshow commentary and fashion reviews for the Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, and Emmy Award telecasts. She can be heard nightly on her syndicated talk-radio show and appears regularly on shows such as Live with Regis & Kathy Lee, Politically Incorrect, and on QVC with her popular jewelry line. She lives in New York City.