2 books - 1 review

I just read two books that have similar slants, both written by comics, one of which was very good one of which was shit.

New Rules by Bill Maher and
I Have Chosen To Stay And Fight by Margaret Cho

IN THE SHIT DEPARTMENT:
Bill Maher's book is dull and he just sounds like a whinny little bitch. Every time he tries to make a comedic point, I swear I could hear the whaw-whaw sounds to indicate the joke fell flat. Don't waste your money or your time. He should really read his own chapter on how some celebrities actually got out of their professions while still on the top of their game, something he has obviously failed to do, at least with regards to this book.

IN THE NOT SO SHIT DEPARTMENT:
Margaret Cho's book has edge to it. Covering politically hot topics with zeal and at times a lot of compassion which with her high-octane language seems odd but works. She does get a little preachy with regards to the issue of gay marriage, but it obviously stems from an issue she feels strongly about. This book is intelligent, while Maher's book comes across more like a spoiled brat during a temper tantrum someone give him a fucken pacifier already.