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20 Books That Are Good for a Laugh

FICTION

WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU?

by Paul Rudnick

Packed with fun in every sentence, this book is the cure for your bad mood. Full review >

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FICTION

DEAR MONICA LEWINSKY

by Julia Langbein

The best thing that’s happened in the crowded world of Lewinskiana in a long time. Full review >

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FICTION

SO OLD, SO YOUNG

by Grant Ginder

Buoyant and funny page by page, this book nonetheless has a sad and serious heart. Full review >

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FICTION

THE OYSTER DIARIES

by Nancy Lemann

This book is so funny that its poignant, elegiac side kind of sneaks up on you. Full review >

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THRILLER & SUSPENSE

YESTERYEAR

by Caro Claire Burke

A remarkable debut—both a book for the moment and one that will endure. Full review >

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FICTION

LOST LAMBS

by Madeline Cash

With comic energy and wild plot twists to spare, a thoroughly charming debut. Full review >

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FICTION

LIKE THIS, BUT FUNNIER

by Hallie Cantor

This hilarious book also delivers moving insight into the things insecurity can make women think and do. Full review >

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NONFICTION

NO LESSONS LEARNED

by HBO and Lorraine Ali

This exuberant collection won’t have you curbing your enthusiasm about a great show. Full review >

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NONFICTION

BLACK OUT LOUD

by Geoff Bennett

An insightful celebration of comedy stars that makes for good times. Full review >

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NONFICTION

WE ARE THE WORLD (CUP)

by Roger Bennett

A well-known broadcaster’s affable memoir focuses on global soccer’s biggest tournament. Full review >

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NONFICTION

CAN WE LAUGH AT THAT?

by Jacques Berlinerblau

A thought-provoking portrait of the consequences of contemporary offensive humor. Full review >

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