Louis CK’s Life Update: Art projects, two novels and directing Comedian Pal’s new Netflix special

The comedian sent an email to fans on Tuesday afternoon, his first in almost a year. “For those of you wondering what I did, I dabbled in sculpting (clay and stone) and drawing with charcoal. I have written a novel and am working on a second one. “That almost wraps it up for me,” the stand-up star, author and filmmaker wrote in the opening lines.

He did not provide further details about the books or art exercises. However, he dedicated the rest of the correspondence to Adrienne Iapalucci, whom he described as “really one of my favorite comedians.” CK directed his pal’s new stand-up special “The Dark Queen,” which premiered on Netflix on Tuesday.

The move brings CK back into the Netflix fold seven years after he faced allegations of sexual misconduct…