Week 12 Prompt

The Readers’ Advisory Matrix for Yes, Please, by Amy Poehler

1. Where is the book on the narrative continuum?
1. A mix (combines highly narrative moments with periods of fact-based prose)
2. What is the subject of the book?
1. Amy Poehler’s journey from childhood in suburban America to world famous stand up comedienne and actress.
3. What type of book is it?
1. Humorous memoir.
4. Articulate appeal.
1. What is the pacing of the book?
1. Quick.
2. Describe the characters of the book.
1. The story focuses on Amy, and the family, classmates, and coworkers who interact with her throughout the course of her life.
3. How does the story feel?
1. Funny, enjoyable, endearing.
4. What is the intent of the author?
1. To share the experiences she went through that made her into the woman she is today.
5. Does the language matter?
1. Yes.
6. Is the setting important and well described?
1. Yes. Poehler lived in different placed during various times in her life and these environments shaped her as much as the characters she interacted with.
7. Are the details and, if so, of what?
1. This book features many details about the events that occurred in Poehler’s life and the emotions she felt during each stage that she went through.
8. Are there sufficient charts and other graphical materials? Are they useful and clear?
1. No charts or other graphic material are present in this work.
9. Does the book stress moments of learning, understanding, or experience?
1. Yes. One of the strengths of this book is it’s vivid descriptions of Poehler’s life, how she dealt with them, and the outcome of these various interactions.
5. Why would a reader enjoy this book (rank appeal)?
1. 1. Tone    2. Writing Style    3. Plot