Richard Ayoade signs 3-book deal with Faber
Publishing house Faber & Faber has signed a deal with writer, actor and director Richard Ayoade.
The deal covers three books written by the star of The IT Crowd, the first of which, Ayoade On Ayoade, is scheduled for publication in November 2014.
Faber say: "We're thrilled to announce a three-book deal with Richard Ayoade. The books will combine Ayoade's furious obsession with film with his innate sense of life's ridiculousness."
The promotional description of the first book is as follows: "Ayoade On Ayoade shows a film-maker exploring himself, respectfully, insightfully, and sometimes by surprise. Ayoade takes us on a journey that has the courage to step inside; it is both a celebration and a slap: a call to arms for those without weapons. It is a eulogy; it is a rebirth; it is both recognition and re-ignition of this flickering myth we call film."
Ayoade said today "Faber & Faber has long been one of the most respected and prestigious publishing houses in the country. It is with great pleasure that I can be present at the start of its decline."
Since his much-loved portrayal of Moss in Channel 4's multi-award winning The IT Crowd, Richard Ayoade has presented technology series Gadget Man and been a team captain on Was It Something I Said?.
He also adapted and directed the movie version of Joe Dunthorne's novel, Submarine. His new film, The Double, based on Dostoevsky's story, will be released in April.
This page will be updated when Ayoade On Ayoade is available to pre-order.
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