Based on a True Story

"Based on a True Story" is the audacious, 'more or less' factual memoir of legendary Canadian comedian Norm Macdonald. This #1 bestselling book intertwines Norm's life story, from his humble Ontario origins and disastrous 'Star Search' appearance to his iconic run on 'Saturday Night Live's' Weekend Update and subsequent controversial firing. Parallel to this chronological account, the narrative plunges into a present-day, high-stakes road trip to Las Vegas with his long-suffering sidekick, Adam Eget, as Norm attempts to recoup vast sums lost to sports betting and other vices. With a dangerous loan shark's deadline looming and a hefty price on his head, Norm recounts milestone moments, regrets, and love affairs, all while peppering the pages with classic jokes and mythologized Hollywood anecdotes. This wildly original saga masterfully subverts the conventional memoir, offering a hilarious, inspired, and deeply insightful glimpse into the singular, mad genius of Norm Macdonald.