Actor and comedian Joey "Coco" Diaz who grew up in North Bergen and lives in Marlboro, has a new book out about his roller coaster life. Diaz was in "The Sopranos" prequel movie "The Many Saints of Newark,” "Spider-Man 2” and "The Longest Yard," and more.

His book "Tremendous: The Life of a Comedy Savage" tells his life story that includes his criminal past, battle with addiction, and how he became a stand-up comedy star.

His book signing and meet and greet will take place at Bookends Bookstore in Ridgewood on Wednesday at 6 p.m.