{"product_id":"tied-up-in-knotts-my-dad-and-me-paperback","title":"Tied Up in Knotts: My Dad and Me - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKaren Knotts\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eBetty Lynn\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaren Knotts tells the full story of her father, Don Knotts\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Much has been written about Don Knotts's career, especially about his iconic role as Barney Fife on \u003ci\u003eThe Andy Griffith Show\u003c\/i\u003e, but personal views into the man himself are few and far between. In \u003ci\u003eTied Up in Knotts\u003c\/i\u003e, a loving daughter provides a full-life narrative of her father: Don's difficult childhood in an abusive home, his escape into comedic performance, becoming a household name, his growth as a feature film actor, his failing health, and his family life throughout, leading to touching and hilarious moments that will make the reader laugh and cry. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Those looking for a behind-the-scenes peek at the show, from the nuts and bolts of production to the hilarious pranks and heartfelt moments between the cast and crew, will see it all through the eyes of the little girl who grew up on the set. Knotts will delight readers with the memories of celebrities touched by Don's life, including Ron Howard, Tim Conway, Andy Griffith, Elinor Donahue, John Waters, Barbara Eden, Katt Williams, and Jim Carrey. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTied Up In Knotts\u003c\/i\u003e delves beyond Barney Fife nostalgia to tell the life story of a man and father.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaren Knotts \u003c\/b\u003eis an ADA-nominated stage actress and playwright who has been acting professionally since she was thirteen, including roles in \u003ci\u003eReturn to Mayberry\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eArchie Bunker's Place\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOne of Our Own\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eVice Academy \u003c\/i\u003eseries. Knotts is also in demand as a panelist, emcee, and variety arts entertainer, including annual appearances at the Mayberry Days festival. She lives in North Hollywood, California. \u003cb\u003eBetty Lynn\u003c\/b\u003e played Barney Fife's long-suffering sweetheart, Thelma Lou, on \u003ci\u003eThe Andy Griffith Show\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 272\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 8.9 x 5.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e December 01, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51766468280608,"sku":"9781641608435","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/233117e76aeface513691c5380f976d8.webp?v=1780293188","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/tied-up-in-knotts-my-dad-and-me-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}