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Didn't Nobody Give a Shit What Happened to Carlotta
James Hannaham's powerful novel offers a profoundly funny and dark look at a trans woman returning to life after prison, praised for its spectacular language and poetic writing.
novel · literary fiction · funny · recent · audiobook
Glorious Exploits
Ferdia Lennon's historical novel, shortlisted for the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize, presents a darkly funny tale of Athenian slaves during the Peloponnesian War who attempt to create a play.
novel · literary fiction · funny · recent · audiobook
Cursed Daughters
Oyinkan Braithwaite's Lagos-set novel tells a multi-generational story of a family curse, brought to life by a brilliant cast of narrators.
novel · literary fiction · funny · recent · audiobook
The Director
Daniel Kehlmann's translated novel follows a world-famous director who, after fleeing to Hollywood, finds himself back in Austria and considered a nobody, with Joseph Goebbels seeing potential in him for propaganda.
novel · literary fiction · funny · recent · audiobook
Boat Baby
Vicky Nguyen delivers her memoir with passion and humor, recounting her inspiring life story with the same dynamic energy she brings to her investigative reporting.
memoir · funny · short · recent · audiobook
Awake: A Memoir
Jen Hatmaker narrates her journey with a blend of gravity and humor, sharing her experiences of trauma and healing with forthright sincerity.
memoir · funny · short · recent · audiobook
Joyful Recollections of Trauma
Paul Scheer unpacks his childhood experiences with a darkly funny and candid perspective, offering a comedic take on turning past challenges into a memorable memoir.
memoir · funny · short · recent · audiobook
Too Much
Tom Allen shares a collection of humorous and poignant stories, reflecting on his life, grief, and navigating various absurd situations, all delivered with his signature wit.
memoir · funny · short · recent · audiobook
Jokes, Jokes, Jokes: My Very Funny Memoir
Jenny Eclair offers a hilarious look back at her journey from childhood to becoming the first woman to win the Perrier Award, recounting her experiences in the evolving world of 1980s stand-up comedy with wit and irreverence.
memoir · funny · short · recent · audiobook