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Book review: Comic’s memoir unlikely to have same mass appeal as stand-up show

Hannah Gadsby explores the unique challenges and gifts of being an autistic, gender queer outsider. Her memoir charts her path to comedy success – navigating trauma and self-knowledge along the way.

Hannah Gadsby’s memoir Ten Steps to Nanette covers her life from her childhood up to Nanette, the Netflix stand-up that shot her to global fame. However, she says very clearly she doesn’t want this book to be seen as “rags to riches inspiration porn”.

A preview of Saturday’s books pages and a round-up of the latest literary news

At the beginning of each month, Guardian Australia editors and critics pick out the upcoming titles they’ve already devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on

The memoir explores her childhood in Tasmania, Australia, where homosexuality was illegal until 1997, her journey to comedy, and her decision to move away from self-deprecating humor.

Ambulance, The Cellar, The Worst Person in the World, River

Film review: Spooky start and apocalyptic end set this film apart from the horror pack

The Cellar is an adaptation of