You may know John Hodgman as the deranged billionaire from The Daily Show, or as “Judge John Hodgman,” the absurdist adjudicator in The New York Times Magazine. In his new essay collection, though, Hodgman makes it clear that he’s just a regular guy—albeit a more famous, slightly more conflicted, and much, much funnier guy. Medallion Status, the follow-up to his bestselling Vacationland, brings insight into the vagaries of fame. From a nude scene with an oboe to a showdown with Instagram-famous corgis (the corgis won), Hodgman captures the ironies and hilarity of 21st-century celebrity. At CHF, Hodgman will make us laugh and think, in the way only he can, on the strange allure of status and the fickleness of identity.

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A Note from John:

After the presentation, John will then sign and personalize copies of Medallion Status until there are none left to sign or personalize. You must have a physical copy of Medallion Status to enter the signing line. If you are one person who buys or brings TWO copies of Medallion Status, John Hodgman will personally hand you an exclusive reward. (pre-ordered hardcovers as well as audiobook/e-book editions of Medallion Status may count as a second copy). The first person to purchase SEVEN physical copies of Medallion Status on the evening of the event from the on-site bookseller will be automatically upgraded to the most comfortable seat available next to John Hodgman at the signing table, and that person (and one companion) may sit and chat with him throughout the signing. Other upgrades and loyalty bonuses will be announced on the night of the event. You will get your money’s worth. That is all.