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Mentioned in 13 episodes

Operating instructions

a journal of my son's first year

Book • 1993

Published in 1993, 'Operating Instructions' is a journal that Anne Lamott kept during the first year of her son Sam's life.

The book is a candid and often humorous reflection on the challenges and joys of single motherhood.

It details Lamott's unplanned pregnancy, the birth of her child, and the numerous responsibilities of parenthood.

The book also explores her relationships with her child, friends, and herself, all while maintaining her unique sense of humor and honesty.

Mentioned by

Manoush Zomorodi

Mentioned in 13 episodes

Mentioned by

Tim Ferriss

as beloved and bestselling books that delve into what makes us human.

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Mentioned by

Amy Poehler

as one of Anne Lamott's books and recommending to check out Julia's podcast featuring her.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Mentioned by

Rick Rubin

when introducing

Anne Lamott

as one of the books she is best known for.

Anne Lamott & Neal Allen

Mentioned by

Manoush Zomorodi

as a book detailing

Anne Lamott

's experience as a single mother during her son's first year.

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Mentioned by

Anne Lamott

as the personal journal book that first earned her enough money to stop needing a second job.

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Mentioned by

Anne Lamott

about discovering a B plus was a good grade.

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Mentioned by

Anne Lamott

as a journal about her son's first year, written when she was a single mother.

"Help, Thanks, Wow": Three prayers that changed Anne Lamott

Mentioned by

Amy Poehler

as one of Anne Lamott's books, highlighting Lamott's prolific and successful writing career.

Presenting: Julia on Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Mentioned by

Kara Swisher

when discussing mortality and the importance of time.

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Mentioned by

Kate Bowler

as one of

Anne Lamott

's iconic books.

Anne Lamott on Love, Shame, and Being Human

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