Amy Poehler to Write First Book

Amy Poehler

Amy Poehler has signed a deal for her first book.

The Parks and Recreation star's untitled book is described by publisher It Books as "an illustrated, non-linear diary full of humor and honesty and brimming with true stories, fictional anecdotes and life lessons."

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The Harper Collins imprint will publish the book in 2014.

In a statement, It Books editor Carrie Thornton said she was "blown away by [Poehler's] creativity and her passion." 

Books by female comedy writers have recently been a hot segment for publishers. Leading the way has been Poehler's pal Tina Fey, who has sold more than 2 million copies of her hit Bossypants.

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Also selling well have been books by Chelsea Handler, Mindy Kaling and Sarah Silverman.

In October 2012, Girls creator Lena Dunham scored a $3.7 million advance for a collection of humorous essays.

Financial terms of Poehler's deal were not disclosed.  

Andy Lewis