Job Junky
by Rudy Ridolfo
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Pub Date May 02 2025 | Archive Date Nov 15 2025
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Description
A doorman once told me I didn’t know what a real job was because I’d worked in film. Job Junky is my answer.
Fifty jobs later, this memoir captures the chaos, comedy, and survival that come with working just to get by. From martial arts dojos and moving trucks to airport tarmacs, shady bars, and indie film sets, Rudy Ridolfo bounces from one gig to the next, meeting unforgettable coworkers, chaotic bosses, and the occasional brush with icons like Al Pacino and Robert Redford.
Told in short, rapid-fire chapters, Job Junky reads like a series of scenes — blunt, funny, and easy to devour. It’s a book for anyone who wants a lively, entertaining ride where reflection peeks in from time to time, giving the laughs a little extra depth.
A Note From the Publisher
For 'librarians': A strong fit for humor, memoir, “working life” nonfiction or general interest collections.. Backed by positive reviews from Kirkus, San Francisco Book Review, IBR, and U.S. Review of Books.
For 'booksellers': Short, punchy chapters make it easy to hand-sell. At 162 pages and priced for quick pickup, it works well as a counter display or impulse gift. Broad appeal: workers, students, and anyone who enjoys a funny, fast read with a touch of reflection.
Contact: rudyridolfo2@gmail.com
Advance Praise
“A funny, delightful, and incisive tour of working odd jobs.” — Kirkus Reviews
“A very entertaining page-turner!” — San Francisco Book Review
“Reading this book is wild.” — Independent Book Review
“Each experience challenges readers to think about how they define and accept work... ‘Most people don’t really talk about it, but everyone has a story.’” — The US Review of Books
Marketing Plan
Job Junky launched May 2025 and has received strong reviews from Kirkus, the San Francisco Book Review, IBR, and the U.S. Review of Books. The book is available in paperback and eBook, with ongoing promotion through NetGalley, BookBub ads, and bookseller outreach. A July highlight feature is scheduled through The US Review of Books.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781069354518 |
| PRICE | $7.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 131 |
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