My Squirrel Days

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By Ellie Kemper ’02

Published June 26, 2018

Comedian and actress Ellie Kemper ’02 has won acclaim for her performances in The Office and The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, but has never written a book —until now. In My Squirrel Days (Scribner), a collection of personal essays, she opens up about her life as a St. Louis kid, TV star, mom, Princeton student, and more, all in her signature cheery tone.

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