''True Tales of Lust and Love'' is a popular monthly storytelling show where local LA comedians and writers sample their material or read from their upcoming books. It's similar in format to

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but features only women, some of whom read rather than perform. According to ''

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'', the show is curated by Anna David and features an "all-gal lineup" that has included

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Claire Titelman Claire Titelman is an American actress and stand-up comedian best known for her regular appearances as a roundtable panelist on ''Chelsea Lately'', as well as her roles on ''Parks and Recreation'', ''New Girl'' and ''Veronica Mars''. Theatrical wo ...

and

Melinda Hill Melinda Hill is an American comedian and actress best known for her stand-up comedy and appearances in ''Lady Dynamite'', ''Adventure Time'', '' The Late Late Show'', ''The Bonnie Hunt Show'', ''Comics Unleashed'', ''Who Wants to Date a Comedia ...

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ist

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has also performed in the show. The ''

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'' included the show in its round-up of

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ideas in 2012. Each show is uploaded as a

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External links

"Lust & Love"
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References

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