Life Is Short and So Am I

Life Is Short and So Am I presents the autobiography of Dylan Postl, who performed as WWE Superstar Hornswoggle. The narrative follows his path from a small Wisconsin town to becoming one of professional wrestling's most recognizable performers. The book tracks Postl's experiences with dwarfism and his determination to succeed in the wrestling industry despite physical limitations. Through backstage stories and personal reflections, he details his rise through independent wrestling circuits to his eventual signing with WWE. Postl recounts his decade-long WWE career, including major storylines and interactions with wrestling legends. His account provides an insider's perspective on the professional wrestling business and its evolution during his tenure. The memoir stands as a testament to perseverance and self-acceptance, examining how perceived limitations can become unique advantages. Through Postl's experiences, the book explores themes of identity, determination, and finding success on one's own terms.

Readers note this autobiography provides behind-the-scenes insights into WWE and Postl's career as Hornswoggle. Many found his personal stories about family relationships and overcoming challenges as a little person to be compelling. Liked: - Honest portrayal of backstage politics and road life - Details about specific matches and storylines - Father-son relationship aspects - Writing style is conversational and engaging - Includes both humorous and serious moments Disliked: - Some sections feel rushed or underdeveloped - A few readers wanted more depth on certain WWE storylines - Limited coverage of post-WWE career Ratings: Goodreads: 4.0/5 (50+ ratings) Amazon: 4.5/5 (100+ ratings) "Really enjoyed the candid stories about life on the road" - Goodreads reviewer "Could have gone deeper into some of the major angles" - Amazon reviewer "His relationship with his son is the heart of the book" - Wrestling Observer reader

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🌟 Dylan Postl competed in WWE under the name Hornswoggle for nearly a decade, becoming the last-ever WWE Cruiserweight Champion before the title was retired in 2007. 🌟 At 4'5" tall, Postl overcame significant medical challenges in his youth, including multiple surgeries related to Cartilage-hair hypoplasia syndrome. 🌟 The book reveals how Postl's role as Finlay's illegitimate son in WWE storylines was originally meant for a different performer but was given to him at the last minute. 🌟 Before joining WWE, Postl worked as a telemarketer and performed in independent wrestling shows around Wisconsin under the name Shortstack. 🌟 Co-author Ross Owen Williams has written several other wrestling-related books, including "The Superstar Body" with WWE performer Nick Aldis (Magnus).