Mike Matusow's autobiography

I ordered it off amazon and it just arrived today.
Has anyone else read it?

Is it that short that you already read it?

I read it, but the tinfoil fell over my eyes so I couldn't see it. It felt like a good read tho....

So I think it is a great book, of course.

Just FYI we are just finishing the screenplay and hope to have Hollywood on it next year.

why would he write an autobiography does he have that many fans or anyone interested ?????
poor mike lol...........................

I wouldn't say poor Mike, I'm certain he is making money off of this. I might have to read it next time I'm looking for something quick.

Phil Laak said in Bluff magazine it is amazing and recommends it. I might order it.

I like Mike & will be getting it v.soon


Who's playing Mike in the film then?

We have someone in mind but are open to suggestions. Got any candidates? Remember he has to be able to play Mike from 22 to 37 yrs. So that means Robert Downey Jr. is out.

Poor Mike?? What??
I've actually heard it's an excellent book - has alot of good write-ups about it and comes highly recommended. Why would you say 'poor Mike'?

You're new here so I don't know whether to take you seriously or if you're joking. I'll consider it joking for now.


With all the positive comments listed here, I might just go ahead and give it a read.

Nevermind, I just saw the other thread started in May about Mike's new book, so it seems Poker Shrink is for real. Good to know and glad to have you aboard at CC! When I get the book and read it I'll be glad to know there is someone available to answer questions about it!

Saw him handing out books to his table mates during an early round of the WSOP. From what I have heard, sounds like a good read.

I read the first chapter in a book store waiting for a movie to start next door. Liked it but didn't like the price tag. I do want to read the whole thing, I like hearing about the girls, drugs, and bad decisions that come with lots of cash. Mike is a likable person. I just don't want to pay more than $15 for it. Thats a round of blinds.

$16.47 on Amazon and Mike will sign any copy at any time.

So if I order it tomorrow and it arrives on ..let's say Tuesday...then Mike will drop by on Wednesday and sign it for me?

I have heard good things about it. I may put it on the list for X-mas

hehe.funny joke.Mike said anytime,but not anywhere.so,just find him.

The grammar nit in me feels the need to point out it's a biography (not an autobiography) because it was written by Poker Shrink and Amy Calistri, not Mike himself.

As for who could play him in a movie... Russell Crowe has demonstrated that he's willing to put on that kind of weight, but I dunno that anything else about him fits the part

The nit in us consulted with three professors of literature and got the same answer. If the subject is living and fully consults in the writing of the work and approves the end product then it may be called an autobiography.

I look forward to reading this and welcome to the forum!
I looked at your player profile to get a better idea about you,It was empty.This is a good place to tell about yourself.Enjoy the site!



Snow

I just ordered my copy from Amazon and, as a confirmed lover of all books having to do with poker, can't wait to read this one too. I'm especially excited about having the opportunity to talk with you about the book. What a rare treat!

I'm so curious about how the book came about, and how you happened to become involved. I remember there was some talk 2 years ago or so about Michael Craig doing a book about Mike but the deal fell through for some reason.

Also, thanks for the nit-lit current definition of "autobiography"--who knew?! Glad to know that the tradition of ghostwriting is finally a thing of the past .

mm, a book by matusow. would be interesting to read bout how he grew up and how he was introduced to the game of poker.

wonder if he'll talk about his blowups. heh.

Amy and I did an interview about writing the book, here is the link
http://www.pokernews.com/news/2009/0...ising-6571.htm

Will check out the interview tomorrow - time for Wii games tonight!

Gonna order the book tomorrow from Amazon.

I'll look for it at the library, don't want to spend money on it.

Great article! I especially loved this part--

"She told me that the Matusow book might be available and she was in line for it. Without a doubt, I knew this could be the best poker biography out there. Amy said that she really didn't want to do it alone and that she felt the project needed a psychologist involved. Since I am one of those and Amy and I had written together in the past, it seemed like a perfect fit."

What an insightful idea, resulting in a magical team.

So is it worth putting on my X-mas list?