Bestselling author Penny Orloff is set to release her comedic novel ‘Jewish Thighs on Broadway: Misadventures of a Little Trouper’ as a free ebook on Amazon on April 14, 2025. The book, which has already achieved bestseller status in multiple categories including Comedy and Humorous Literary Fiction, offers readers a witty and intimate look into the world of performing arts.
The novel follows Abigail Paine, a performer navigating the challenging landscape of showbiz, complete with an eccentric immigrant family, complex relationships, and the relentless pursuit of stardom. Orloff describes the book as a ‘love-hate mixture of celebration and revenge’ similar to ‘The Devil Wears Prada’, offering a satirical yet heartfelt perspective on the entertainment industry.
Critically acclaimed by industry professionals, the book has received glowing reviews. Metropolitan Opera Leading Tenor Jacques Trussel called it ‘ravishingly descriptive and continuously entertaining’, while Theater Puget Sound praised its ‘passionate’ narrative and ‘wonderfully evocative language’.
Drawing from her own extensive background in performing arts, Orloff brings authenticity to the story. With a career spanning over 50 years, including Broadway roles, performances with New York City Opera, and work with renowned directors like Harold Prince, she offers an insider’s perspective on the challenges and humor of theatrical life.
The novel originated from Orloff’s one-woman show, which toured the United States and received standing ovations, including a successful off-Broadway run in 2005. Amazon reviewers have enthusiastically praised the book, highlighting its larger-than-life characters and abundant humor.
Readers can download the ebook free of charge on Amazon, offering an opportunity to experience Orloff’s comedic storytelling and unique perspective on the performing arts.
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