Humour Books

Book SynopsisWhat do you look for in a game? Teamwork? Motivation? Positivity? Well, this game has none of those things. But it is hilarious. From the wildly popular Instagram account, Disappointing Affirmations: The Game will test the convictions of even your most optimistic friends. Forget gratitude, mindfulness, wellness, and all that other relentless toxic positivity you've been sold. This party game turns your disillusionment into dark humor, your feelings into fun, and your pessimism into points. It's very simple: In each round, one player reads out a positive prompt, and everyone else uses their realistic responses to twist it into a Disappointing Affirmation. If yours is judged to be the most amusingly critical, anti-empathetic, dismissive, or makes people laugh because the only other option is to cry, then congrats, you win! As if it even matters. Made for friends who are actually willing to accept that It's okay to not be okay, Disappointing Affirmations: The Game is suitable for ages 18+, 36 players, and takes around 30 minutes to playalthough that's really up to you. With 80 Prompts, 160 Responses, and differing levels of darkness in everyone, the game is endlessly replayable. It may even change your outlook on life. Probably won't, though. At Ridley's Games, we like to make Good Clean Fun that's as kind to the planet as it can be, so this game is printed on FSC paper with soy inks, the box is made using 30% recycled materials, and the whole thing is recyclable. Not that you care. How to Play: It's very simple: create the funniest or most ironically disappointing combinations to win! Each player draws seven Response cardsa.k.a. doses of realismand keeps them hidden. The Judge for each round draws a positive Prompt card, reads it aloud, and then watches and waits while their friends figure out just how much of their darkness they want to reveal. There's nowhere to hide as the Judge shuffles, reads all the responses, and then chooses their favorite. Maybe they're looking for the funniest, most disturbing, or most disappointing (although that'd be basic). Whatever their criteria, once they've picked their winner, the person who played that card wins the round and the Prompt card. It's up to you how long you play, but we suggest everyone takes at least two turns as the Judge. When you're done, the player with the most Prompt cards wins the game and is no longer a disappointment to anyone! Except maybe themselves. Who It's For: Made for anti-optimists, people who delight in dark humor, fans of the Disappointing Affirmations Instagram page, and friends who are actually willing to accept that It's okay to not be okay. What's Inside: 160 Response cards, 40 double-sided Prompt cards, instructions.

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Book Synopsis''Sedaris is the premier observer of our world and its weirdnesses''ADAM KAY''Funnier and more heartbreaking than pretty much anything out there'' HADLEY FREEMAN, GUARDIAN''The brilliance of David Sedaris'' writing is that his very essence, his aura, seeps through the pages of his books like an intoxication cloud''ALAN CUMMING, NEW YORK TIMES''The funniest writer alive today'' JONATHAN ROSS''An incredibly funny and sometimes moving meditation on love, death and family life'' SUNDAY TIMESWhen he buys a beach house on the Carolina coast, Sedaris envisions long, relaxing vacations spent playing board games and lounging in the sun with those he loves most. And life at the Sea Section, as he names the vacation home, is exactly as idyllic as he imagined, except for one tiny, vexing realisation: it''s impossible to take a vacation from yourself.Trade ReviewUnquestionably the king of comic writing . . . Calypso is both funnier and more heartbreaking than pretty much anything out there * Guardian *We get more of a glimpse than we have before of what lies behind the carapace of a writer who seems able to turn almost any situation to comic gold . . . [an] incredibly funny and sometimes moving meditation on love, death and family life, by a master of his craft * Sunday Times *Entrancing . . . This book allows us to observed not just the nimble-mouthed elf of his previous work, but a man in his seventh decade expunging his darker secrets and contemplating mortality . . . The brilliance of David Sedaris's writing is that his very essence, his aura, seeps through the pages of his books like an intoxicating cloud, mesmerising us so that his logic becomes ours * New York Times *Calypso is another triumph from the dinner-table raconteur we all wish we could be, a writer whose lightness of touch makes you confront the hardest of truths - and laugh out loud * Esquire *Hilarious and moving . . . Sedaris may well be the master of the deadpan delivery - there's plenty of laughing out loud while you read. But Calypso is also a tender portrait of a family, flawed - like any other - but doing their best to love each other * Independent *This is a darker, deeper David Sedaris writing about his sister's suicide, the inevitability of ageing and how it's impossible to take a vacation away from yourself, but, rest assured, he's still one of the funniest, most perceptivewriters alive * Red *Although Sedaris is famous for being funny, he does pain heartbreakingly well. His observations are wry and witty and eye-wateringly honest and you'll be so sad when it's over * Evening Standard *First-rate comedy gold . . . For Sedaris, the boundary between light and dark is blurred. Life's pain and humiliation coexist in every living moment with its jollity and deliciousness. Which elevates his musings on the bodily and social travails of being a man in late middle age to a level of seriously sublime silliness. As ever, Sedaris's irreverent writing is a serious joy; this collection is a must for anyone with a strong stomach who needs a laugh * The Times *Heartbreak and hilarity collide . . . [Calypso] captures the surrealism of the mundane and the funny old thing we like to call life * Attitude *The American humourist's latest collection of pieces, about life's strange twists and turns, will have you shrieking with laughter and also, possibly, just shrieking * Mail on Sunday *From malformed turtles to his FitBit obsession, this is comic art in motion. Be warned though: we picked up one Sedaris book and two weeks later we'd finished his entire output * Emerald Street *Firmly grounded in the present, but with the same sense of twisted nostalgia that has always marked his best work * Mail Online *David Sedaris - a sort of wicked Alan Bennett - is one of the funniest writers at work today * The Times *Really, really fabulous -- RuPaulDavid Sedaris had the whole Vogue office cry-laughing with his latest collection, Calypso, in which the notorious funny man chronicles his family's (mis)adventures at his new beach house, Sea Section. His reflections, on everything from the joys of shopping in Dover Street Market to the tyranny of his Fitbit, are the perfect tonic to the news cycle * Vogue *There are few writers as gloriously strange, acerbic, funny and faintly ruthless as Sedaris -- Books of the Decade * Independent *The king of the humorous essay... Sedaris fans will find plenty of familiar delights: His misanthropic charms and wry wit are as delightful as ever, even if some of the subject matter has changed * New York Magazine *His observations feel sharper and often darker than in previous collections, as he ponders the inevitable breakdown of the human body, the shame attendant with illness and age, the nature of addiction, and the eccentricities of his family. Though middle age may have made his shades of grey blacker, the wit and incisiveness that make Sedaris much-adored remain * Harper's Bazaar *Honest, reflective, and even tender... Eloquent and silly, Sedaris' collection could probably find unshakable life even in the dust kitties under the bed... He gets you laughing even as he gently turns you toward the darkness we all must face * San Francisco Chronicle *David Sedaris' new essay collection is the sharpest retort to anyone who thinks they know what our favorite curmudgeonly humorist will be up to next. His charming observational humor is still the engine, but there's nothing frivolous about it... Sedaris grapples poignantly and satisfyingly (and yes, often hilariously) with death, the aging body, and just how far the bonds of family can stretch * Conde Nast Traveller *Sedaris demonstrates yet again what makes him the best American humorist writing today: a remarkable ability to combine the personal with the political, the mundane with the profane, slime with sublime, and hilarity with heart * NPR *

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Book SynopsisWith over 4 million followers on social media and more than 100 million views, seven-year-old TikTok and social media sensation Jacob and his mum Donna Whelan bring their unique brand of humour to their very first book, with hilarious thoughts, jokes, quotes and anecdotes to brighten any day. Seven-year-old Jacob brings smiles to people's faces. Since his mum Donna started posting videos online, Jacob has captured millions of hearts around the world, with his infectious sense of humour, his fun and his cheeky smile. From brilliant moments like when he discovers he has a birthday EVERY year to sharing his favourite jokes and stories, Jacob brings joy to us all. Now, Jacob tells us what he really thinks about his world. There's the importance of family, looking after our planet, the best fun and adventure, being kind to people, being your true self and lots more. All delivered with his very own and totally unique sense of humour. As Jacob himself says, all he wants to do is to make

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Book SynopsisIt's time to embrace the slower pace!There's no denying it - you're OLD, but that comes with a lot of perks. You can say the most outrageous things and somehow get away with it. You can dress however you damn well please. And after learning from so many mistakes, you're now as wise as you are wizened. It's your time to recline, and this hilarious book will show you how it's done.

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Book SynopsisGive those fingers a much-needed break (or some rigorous training) and jump around on your very own Teeny-Tiny Trampoline! LET'S BOUNCE! Slip the two 'legwarmers' onto your fingers and hop onto the 2-7/8' mini trampoline INCLUDES MINI BOOK: Box also includes a 32-page, 2-1/2' x 3' guide on fun, effective Finger Bounce moves and exercises for tired or out-of-shape fingers FUN AT HOME OR THE OFFICE: Take a reprieve from a stressful workday or your hectic schedule with a rejuvenating finger workout! GREAT WHITE ELEPHANT GIFT: Everyone will love this fun, silly, hilarious gift!

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Book SynopsisThe phenomenon that is Ted Lasso is not going away any time soon. This super-funny show about an American coach who comes to England to run a Premier League football team has captured the hearts of television watchers around the world – as well as caught the eye of critics and prize-givers worldwide. Perhaps it is the feel-good nature of the show and its timing that has seen it awarded Emmy awards aplenty, as well as many others.But it's more likely that such a funny, sharply scripted, brilliantly delivered comedy of manners, nationality, rationality, relationships and inspiration about someone who is so fundamentally decent and willing to help others, has mass appeal and critical acclaim. The third series is much anticipated, with Apple TV+ declaring that it will be out in 2022.Believe contains amusing quotes from the show, including many classic one-liners from Ted and the rest of the brilliant cast, as well as fun facts and stats about the actors, characters, writers and producers. Not to mention tea, scones and soccer. So let's quit goofing around and get on with it... Whistle! Whistle!SAMPLE QUOTE: 'I think I literally have a better understanding of who killed Kennedy than what is offside.' - Ted LassoSAMPLE FACT: Ted Lasso first appeared in a series of short NBC Sports promos featuring Jason Sudeikis in 2013.Table of Contents'Taking on a challenge…' The early story of Ted Lasso, how he came to the UK, and quotes relating to it. Interspersed with quotes and facts about the origins of the show. 'I do love a locker room.' Ted's relationship with the players and other staff undergoes a rollercoaster ride as they all get to know each other. Quotes from the show, critic reaction and fun facts. 'Explain offside to me.' The sport of football is fundamental to the series. This chapter features facts and quotes relating to the beautiful game as seen on the TV, and how critics and consumers have reacted to it. 'Hot brown water.' There are many British customs that Ted and Coach Beard have to embrace, and this chapter looks at them all, from tea and biscuits to getting around in a Mini. 'One in 11.' Famous for his inspirational quotes, this chapter covers the many ways Ted manages to understand, inspire and sometimes help his colleagues –and how they react to him. Also contains a smattering of quotes about the show, the actors and crew. 'I believe in Rom-communism.'It's not all fun and games for Ted, and there is a more serious element in the storylines.

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Book SynopsisBehold the wisdom of Lord Birthday: a tiny mustachioed king who is as insightful as he is ridiculous. His bite-sized illustrations capture the inherent comedy of being human, and his guidance appeals to anyone who is striving against the odds, believing in both the absurdity and necessity of hope. How to Appear Normal at Social Events is an illustrated guide to modern life. Largely based on Lord Birthday's popular Instagram account, the book offers excessively absurd, occasionally wise advice on topics ranging from finding your life's purpose to defending yourself against forest clowns. (Hint: Set an oatmeal trap.)Trade Review"Simply put, Lord Birthday is a genius. His extraordinary, one-of-a-kind writing style will greet you with offbeat humor and see you out the door with profound hope, optimism, and gratitude. His brain seems like a strange and glorious place to live, and his book gives us a moment to step inside and settle in for a while. Lucky us." (Mari Andrew, author of "Am I There Yet?")"Lord Birthday is in a category all his own. It must be lonely out in geniusland, but I'm glad he's there. Exceptionally, uproariously funny." (Tom Toro, cartoonist for the New Yorker and author of "Tiny Hands")"Read this book. It will make you laugh and remind you of all the feelings and depths you’ve forgotten, in all their intensity. It’s poetry. Lord Birthday is insanely talented and wise and a great artist." (Liana Finck, cartoonist and author of "A Bintel Brief: Love and Longing in Old New York")"Whether he’s delighting in a hippie getting attacked by a hawk, mocking his own awkwardness, or reminding you of your mortality in skywriting, Lord Birthday aims to make you smile… And maybe, even, remember why life is not such a bad thing to live." (Lulu Miller, NPR's Invisibilia)"If I could take only one thing to a desert island, I would never take this book. It’s far too funny and special to risk it getting damaged. I loved it." (Hamish Blake, comedian)

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Book SynopsisA celebration of all the weird and wonderful books to be found at an antiquarian bookshop.Books have the power to enrich the soul, to enliven the senses, to expand our horizons and others are simply mad. This wonderful celebration of the oddest books ever published is a treat for all bibliophiles, booksellers and fans of the bizarre. It is an exploration of the most eccentric titles and covers from our past, that have inexplicably fallen out of print but should never be forgotten.Gems include:Scouts in BondageFrog Raising for Pleasure and ProfitPremature Burial and How It May Be PreventedDrummer Dick's Discharge

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Book SynopsisEnjoy Will Ferrell as Buddy the Elf in this one-of-a-kind 'Buddy-in-a-Box' that says 'Does someone need a hug?'  Specifications: Unique pop-up 'Buddy in a box' ornament (2-1/2 x 4 inches) commemorating the memorable scene when Buddy tries to befriend a hostile raccoon With Sound: When Buddy pops out of the box, he says the famous line, 'Does someone need a hug?' Magnet Included: Also includes a refrigerator magnet featuring Buddy and the raccoon A Perfect Gift: This hilarious item makes the perfect gift or self-purchase for fans of Elf Officially Licensed: Authentic Elf collectible Requires three 1.5-volt LR1130 button cell batteries (included).

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Book SynopsisSometimes funny, sometimes serious, mostly absurd collection of poetry and essays from comedy superstar and creator of Netflix phenomenon Inside Bo Burnham.Bo Burnham was a teenager living in his parents'' attic in Massachusetts when he started posting funny songs to YouTube. They immediately turned heads with their wise satire that belied his very young age. His videos have been viewed over 209 million times, and he has amassed a gigantic online following that excitedly await each new video. Bo is revered in all comedy circles for being a wholly original, highly intelligent young voice. Judd Apatow was an early champion of the young comedian, and Bo taped his first Comedy Central special at age 18, the youngest in history. His comedy/song albums were huge critical and commercial successes. Written in his very distinctive comedic voice, EGGHEAD: OR, YOU CAN''T SURVIVE ON IDEAS ALONE brings Bo''s award-winning brand of brainy word play to the pag

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Book SynopsisEver been lost for words abroad?When you want to get your point across abroad there's only one way to do it: by swearing your ar*e off! Impress the world with a stream of multi-lingual profanity from this nifty pocket book.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for the pickleballer in your life. Hilarious, fun and fact-filled, this guide shines a light on a highly addictive sport. Pickleball is coming to a court near you, and you won't be able to resist its many charms! The perfect gift for the pickleballer in your life, this hilarious, fun and fact-filled shines a light on a highly addictive sport. The game itself is a delightful offspring of tennis, ping pong, and badminton, and it can be as easy or as hard as you want. It's strategic, complete with its own entertaining jargon and rulebook, and if it's good enough for the Clooneys and Kardashians, what are you waiting for? In this book, you'll learn how to serve, slam, and shuffle your way to glory (while dodging flying paddles), and unlock the mysteries of the game. From the fundamental basics, to pro-pickling domination, it includes: * A glossary of all the vital vernacular, from a 'dink' to a 'flabjack'. * Expert tips on how to deal with tears and tantrums on court. * The many faces of pickleball - which pickleball personality are you? * The dark arts of pickling - don't just play better, play meaner! * Solutions for the post-match hangover. * And so much more! If you're ready to smash pickleballs and shatter your friends' expectations, grab this sidesplitting guide and let the victories roll in.  

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Book SynopsisThe third set of books collecting Bill Watterson's timeless Calvin and Hobbes comics in a new portable format designed to introduce the timeless adventures of a boy and his stuffed tiger to a new generation of readers. Featuring nearly 500 comics presented chronologically from June 1988 to November 1989.This compact, portable collection of Calvin and Hobbes comics will fit easily into backpacks, bookshelves—and make for a perfect stocking stuffer. Featuring archival slipcase and cover art selected by the author, The Calvin and Hobbes Portable Compendium pays tribute to the strip's origin in newspapers while appealing to both new and existing fans of Calvin and Hobbes. This is the third set in a series of seven.Calvin and Hobbes is one of the most popular comic strips of all time. The imaginative world of a boy and his real-only-to-him tiger first appea

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Book SynopsisBased on Joshua Barkman’s popular webcomic by the same name, False Knees is animal humor taken to a very absurd, darkly delightful place.

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Book SynopsisA modern, feminist take on the classic joke book to amuse and empower women.If a tree falls in a forest and only a woman is around to hear it, does it make a sound?We’ll never know. The male forest ranger said it was a “she said, tree said” situation.Four comedy writers flip the script on outdated, sexist joke formats while delivering sharp commentary about the everyday sexism women and people of marginalized genders face. Building off their viral McSweeney’s piece, the book arms readers with humorous ammunition to deliver pointed blows to workplace underminer Gregs and Neanderthal Uncle Larrys, or to share with their aggrieved girlfriends. A cutting satire of the old-fashioned sexist joke book, Jokes to Offend Men is a refreshing reclamation of a tired form.Trade ReviewWhat’s more “comedy book” than the original comedy book, the good ol’ joke book? Yeah, Jokes to Offend Men is a joke book, but it reinvents the subgenre by taking it to a whole new level. This is a joke book with a thesis, with the gags to back it up and bring the reader on a very satisfying ride. This is the rare occasion when pointed satire is delivered with as much glee as rage, and the material here just crackles — unabashedly vicious, hilarious, and precisely pinpointed vitriol directed at the all-too-familiar awful men who deserve to be lambasted and shamed. Not a single gag falls flat; it’s just one kill shot after another. For example: “Why are the men at my job like parrots? Because they repeat everything I say, poorly.” (Brian Boone, Vulture)

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Book SynopsisThe perfect hilarious and heartwarming gift for the festive season!When the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards announced a contest for the funniest animal photo, they received entries from all over the world. Now authors and the original Award founders Paul Joynson-Hicks and Tom Sullam showcase the best of the best - as well as some never before seen - to present the most joyful photographs of wildlife ever printed. A pelican losing its lunch; a three-headed giraffe; a meerkat having a rough day... this is the must-have book that is perfect for animal lovers of all stripes!

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Book SynopsisAs Peanuts concludes its first decade, a new character makes her appearance: Charlie Brown's little sister Sally. This volume covers her earliest days, from her proud brother's announcement of her birth to her first words (and crush on Linus)!Also: the initial 'Great Pumpkin' sequence; Lucy's first appearance as a nickel psychiatrist; Linus's short-lived and one-sided romance with his beloved teacher Miss Othmar; and Snoopy's battle with the doghouse-destroying freeway bypass. All this, plus two of the most famous Peanuts strips of all time: the 'clouds' Sunday that Schulz cites as his personal favourite and 'Happiness is a warm puppy'.Trade ReviewOne of the finest cultural artifacts made in the 20th century. -- Russell T. DaviesPeanuts was, and is, and will continue to be the finest comic in the world. Bravo. -- Ray BradburyThe world of Peanuts is a microcosm, a little human comedy for the innocent reader and for the sophisticated. -- Umberto EcoAs powerful a comic art-piece as anything out today . . . will delight Peanuts aficionados. * * Observer * *Beautifully designed ... One of the high-water marks of post-war popular culture. * * Daily Telegraph * *All sorts of important writers have marveled at the glorious simplicity of [Schulz's] draftsmanship and his unerring jokecraft, all underpinned by a quiet melancholy and stoicism . . . by some miracle, the entire Peanuts oeuvre is gradually being republished in this country, by Canongate . . . in lavishly appointed hardback . . . Unlike almost everything you read as a child, they are actually better than you remember them. * * Spectator * *These timely re-issues illustrate not only the skill and subtle brilliance of his work but also the origins of the form beyond simple merriment. * * The List * *Canongate has had the brilliant wheeze of reprinting Charles Schultz's strip cartoon from the beginning in hardback volumes . . . * * Herald * *The Complete Peanuts is beautifully bound, a comprehensive resource and, with an index and introduction, a useful contextualisation of a modern legend. * * The Skinny * *In these first volumes (1950-54), we can already see what will appeal to 21st century readers. * * Sunday Times * *The cartoons in The Complete Peanuts are also more than 50 years old, but the downtrodden males, powerful females and consequent clash of personalities feel modern. A real treat. * * Sunday Times * *

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Book SynopsisA delightful treasure trove of tips on how to hold animals without hurting them.Should you hold a mouse by its tail? A grasshopper by its leg? A butterfly by its wing?How do you pick up a prickly hedgehog? A slithering snake? A hissing cat?Most of us don't have nearly enough experience of being around animals. We feel a bit apprehensive when it comes to touching them. Maybe we're scared we'll hurt them, or that they'll hurt us. That is a huge shame, because connecting with animals is a magical life skill that can make you feel at peace and aligned with nature.Luckily, animal photographer and former zookeeper Toshimitsu Matsuhashi is here to give you advice and show you the very best way to care for the animals in our lives, from beetles to hamsters and from chickens to dogs. Fully illustrated with fascinating information (did you know that you should go for the smaller rather than the bigger horn when you pick up a stag beetle?), How To Hold Animals leaves no stone unturned and teaches us all how to be kind to the animals around us.

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Book SynopsisAs Trump returns to the ballot in 2024, this collection of Doonesbury Sunday comics about the former (and possibly future) president will hit just ahead of one of the most significant election cycles in decades. “I want to be a dictator for one day.” – Trump Volume V of the Doonesbury Trump Quintet tracks the ever-metastasizing Big Lie, with Mark offering a month-by-month calendar to track the Former Guy’s burgeoning court dates. Unfortunately for the Trump Innocence Project, it turns out almost all the witnesses are former aides or allies. How did Dems manage to weaponize Trump's friends? While readers puzzle over that, they can also play a life-of-crime board game — Donald Trump's Spree. The only way to win, of course, is to cheat, but no problem — it’s been normalized. Fortunately, this volume also features the Doonesbury

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Book SynopsisA delightful and hilarious collection of letters from cats to their beloved humans, unveiling the inner thoughts and musings of our feline friends. In this delightful and hilarious collection of letters penned by cats to their beloved humans, best-selling author and acclaimed pet behaviour counsellor, Vicky Halls, offers a peek into what your cat is really thinking, and why they do the curious things that they do. From candid complaints about leftover chicken to perplexing explanations for toilet trouble, these illustrated letters reveal the antics, demands, and, of course, the unconditional love cats have for their human counterparts. Whether decoding the mysteries of a tail twitch or unravelling the enigma behind the cardboard box obsession, this book is an absolute necessity for any owner seeking to unravel the inner-thoughts of their cat, one comical letter at a time.  

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Book SynopsisThe future is ours - let's enjoy it! This hilarious fully illustrated book will help ease you into this strange and perplexing new stage of your life.After all those years of routine you're suddenly free! You're bound to be a bit nervous - it is your first time. No more being bossed about - well, apart from by your other half, of course. No more getting up at the crack of dawn to go to work - though at your age you may have to get up at the crack of dawn anyway to use the loo. No more wage slavery - er, no more wages...But it's going to be fine, because you can now do what you want to do - within reason, naturally. Within these pages you'll discover:- What your new job as "retiree" involves, the hours (all of them) and the pay (let's face it, if anyone advertised a job with this salary, no one would take it)- Conversations you will no longer have to have- Things you no longer have to feel guilty about- Pursuits for bored retirees- Truths that will slowly dawn on you- Ways to supplement your pension...and all the other perks (and niggles) that come with your new position (and no, we don't mean "horizontal on the sofa").

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Book SynopsisOnce upon a bouncy bed . . . What's the best way to help little ones fall asleep?By counting super fluffy bunnies, of course!With hopping, jumping and leaping bunnies on every page, and a funstory showing children how to count from one to twenty, this cuteand cuddly counting book is set to become every child's new favourite.

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Book SynopsisDr Tim Benson is Britain's leading authority on political cartoons. He runs the Political Cartoon Gallery and Café which is located near the River Thames in Putney. He has produced numerous books on the history of cartoons, including Giles's War, Churchill in Caricature, Low and the Dictators, The Cartoon Century: Modern Britain through the Eyes of Its Cartoonists, Drawing the Curtain: The Cold War in Cartoons and Over the Top: A Cartoon History of Australia at War.

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Book SynopsisA comedic dating horror story all about apps, being stood up, and the other joys of millennial dating culture.

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Book SynopsisIt’s the apocalypse—now what? Prepare for the end of civilization with the help of the world’s best-selling survival guide series and learn how to pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again.The doomsday clock is seconds from midnight. Extinction-level dangers draw closer with every tick. But fear not! Here is an indispensable guide to preparing for and surviving the ultimate in worst-case scenarios, with humor to lighten the load. You can’t panic if you’re laughing.Dozens of survival experts provide illustrated, step-by-step instructions on: How to Pack a Go Bag in Thirty Minutes How to Make Your Bunker Feel Like Home How to Survive an Alien Invasion How to Defeat a Robot Uprising How to Survive the Next Pandemic How to Fend Off a Hostile Clan How to Eat Insects and Rodents How to Rebuild a Utopian Society You've gotten this far. Don't let zombies take you out.Trade Review“[The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Apocalypse] might make you actually look forward to the end of the world”—Esquire

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Book SynopsisThis is a book for the independent and adventurous-minded man. It offers useful but often long-neglected skills and imparts wisdom gleaned from many sources, including servicemen, explorers, mountaineers, sailors and adventurers of every kind. Here, among many other manly virtues, the reader can learn how to:- Navigate by the sun and stars- Tickle a trout- Survive a sandstorm- Safely cross a swollen river- Land a light aircraft- Cope with suspected poisoning- Break up a dogfightIn an age when people are less and less self-reliant, Man Up! shows how, with a little forethought and a lot of good sense (and just a few handy implements), coupled with sound background knowledge and the right attitude, difficult and potentially risky situations can be confronted and dealt with. Cheerfully written and admirably concise, the book reaches back to the knowledge and experience of yesteryear, when help was never just a mobile call away, GPS didn't exist, and toughness – mental as well as physical – and independence were valued far above technology.Whether lighting a fire in a downpour, treating a broken limb or harvesting food from the wild, Man Up! will teach you these skills, and many more.Trade ReviewThe idiot's guide to wrestling alligators * Daily Mail *Essential reading for the sort of chap who knows the value of a decent pair of brogues and a strong stick * Sunday Express *Rod Green remembers what it's like to be a true man, and this nifty guide should tell you all you need to know * Loaded *This humorous but helpful encyclopaedia of masculine know-how will give you a fighting start in your quest to toughen up * Lancashire Evening Post *The perfect gift for Father's Day * Cultbox *

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Book SynopsisThis book guides you through 10 simple projects that will bring a touch of superstardom to your life and a smile to your face. Each project has clear step-by-step instructions, as well as suggestions for how to show off your symbolic creations. Learn how to make a Finger Prince. Laugh with your own Purple Crane. Fall in love with some Raspberry Crochet. Tonight you're getting crafty like it's 2019. With step-by-step photography and tips, When Doves Craft is ideal for beginner crafters as well as those looking for something completely unique. And with inspirational quotes and facts about Prince, it is a perfect tribute to the most creative artist of them all.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Finger Prince. I Would Dye 4 U Purple Crane. Raspberry Crochet. U Got the Scrapbook. Ain't No Particular Sign. Snow in April. Your Extra Time and Your Stitch. Macramé Your Mama Happy. Whittle Red Corvette. Templates. Credits.

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WHAT MAKES US HAPPY? BILL BAILEY PLAYS CRAZY GOLF AND HUGS TREES TO FIND OUT.'A warm, funny read, full of personal anecdotes and love letters to things that bring Bill Bailey pleasure' Sunday Mirror'Very thoughtful and written in a delightfully humorous and accessible way... Guaranteed to make [you] smile' Daily ExpressIs there a knack to being happy? From paddle-boarding down the Thames in a Santa hat, to wild swimming in a glacial river and cooking sausages on a campfire, Bill revels in the exhilaration of the outdoors, as well as the quieter pleasures of letter-writing, or of simple reflection.In this beautiful and uplifting book, Bill Bailey explores all this and more while delving into the nature of happiness, all in his own, remarkable, way.Packed with wisdom and humour, and with delightful illustrations by the comedian himself, Bill Bailey aims for the heart of pure joy and contentment - and how we can all achieve it.*Bill Bailey: Thoughtifier will tour UK arenas in February and March 2024*

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Book SynopsisThis beautifully illustrated book brings together sixty essential life lessons inspired by the infinite wisdom of trees.Trees do not have brains to think with, or nervous systems that cause them to feel things, and yet they are undeniably clever. From their ability to adapt, to their understanding of the strength of networks and mutually beneficial relationships, they put us to shame with their natural ability to thrive, even when they find themselves in less than ideal environments. How to Be More Tree brings together sixty universal life lessons taken from the infinite wisdom of trees. We learn about the importance of asking for help when you need it from elms, who call in an army of parasitic wasps when they're being attacked by caterpillars; from acacias, who look out for each other by producing a gas when they're being nibbled on by herbivores to warn their nearby friends; and the Chinese pistache shows us the power in pacing yourself.From the importance of patience, to drawing strength from others, to weathering the storm, to dealing with life’s most persistent irritants – this is a celebration of the heroes of the forest, and an essential companion for dipping into when we need a little inspiration.

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Book SynopsisAdapted from the wildly popular Dancing with Jesus, this humorous kit includes a bobbling Jesus figurine on a suction cup base that you can attach to your dashboard, your desk, or virtually anywhere you could use some peace and tranquility--or to just bring a smile to your face. Kit includes: 3 dancing Jesus bobbling figurine 48-page illustrated mini book including 10 dance moves with how-to instructions, along with the inspiration for each dance derived from Jesus''s life and teachings Illustrated conga line backdrop to display with your figurine

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Book SynopsisWhile patrolling his territory, Simon's Cat dips into the lives of the many dogs in his neighbourhood, including crazy poodles, a lovestruck bulldog and a pack of mischievous puppies. With characteristic style and wit, Simon Tofield's brilliantly observed illustrations capture the comical capers of different dog breeds, and some a-meow-sing encounters with their feline counterparts.Trade ReviewWhat sets Tofield's cartoons apart are the truly comic moments of pure cat-ness: the merciless patting at a half-dead fly, the single minded determination, that weird little dance thing that segues seamlessly into a look of utter boredom * * Irish Times * *

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Book SynopsisDo you know how many post boxes there are in the UK? Could you guess how many times the word 'goat' appear in the King James Version of the bible? Fancy playing a game of charades where all of the books, films and plays are entirely made up? Now, look around the room. Is anyone there the kind of person who’ll say ‘I just don’t understand this’, when faced with something that’s not just perfectly easy to understand, but is ... well, fun?Ask them to leave. Have they gone? Good. Now welcome inside the House of Games ... Featuring questions based on some of the most loved rounds from the hit BBC2 show, including Roonerspisims, Venn Will I Be Famous?, Dim Sums and Answer Smash, Richard Osman’s House of Games Quiz Book is the ultimate test of wit, wisdom and imagination.Curated by Richard Osman and Alan Connor and featuring over 50 new and exclusive games to try out, this is your chance to step inside the House of Games and pitch your trivia skills against your family and friends. Quirky, unique and exactly the right amount of silly, House of Games contains hours of guaranteed fun!

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Book SynopsisHilaire Belloc was born in France in 1870. As a child, he moved with his mother and siblings to England. As a French citizen, he did his military service in France before going to Oxford University, where he was president of the Union debating society. He took British citizenship in 1902 and was a member of parliament for several years.A prolific and versatile writer of over 150 books, he is best remembered for his comic and light verse. But he also wrote extensively about politics, history, nature and contemporary society. Famously adversarial, he is remembered for his long-running feud with H. G. Wells. He died in in Surrey, England, in 1953.

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Book Synopsis''I thoroughly enjoyed Splash! It''s a delicious confection of excellent plotting, an inventively bonkers cast of characters, subtle insights into the world of newspapers and a satisfying ending which invokes the great Evelyn Waugh''s masterpiece, Scoop. A fine comedy of manners by a writer who knows the media inside out'' BEL MOONEYSam Blunt is a drunken, broken-down tabloid reporter, working for a once-mighty newspaper struggling to come to terms with the digital age. With the assistance of Benedict, an earnest though clever wet-behind-the-ears young intern on the paper, Sam grapples to uncover the story of the century which reveals the political corruption and cynicism at the heart of a rotten Establishment.As they try to nail the story amid a series of capers, Sam and Benedict are frustrated by the self-serving proprietor of the Daily Bugle, various self-appointed do-gooders who want to rein in the Press, and Trevor Yapp, the mTrade ReviewUtterly brilliant and irresistible -- Amol Rajan, former editor of The IndependentI would recommend it to anyone without reservation . . . very funny -- Andrew RosenheimA proper novel - something that journalists don't always manage to write. Society hostesses, billionaires, bishops, a newspaper baron, MPs, journalists noble and scurrilous: modern London life is there, fully realised -- Simon CarrPotentially Splash! could do more for restoring public confidence in newspapers than sanctimonious leader articles from big publishers . . . Splash! might also remind owners and editors [of newspapers] of the public good they can do when at their best -- Ian Burrell * i *Written in Waugh's style, Splash! imitates his practice of giving characters expressively comic names . . . Glover clearly enjoyed writing it and I enjoyed reading it . . . Glover's novel is an apologia for tabloid journalism and a celebration of its role in exposing corruption among the elite -- Peter Wilby * New Statesman *Both a terrific romp through the indiscretions, dodgy deals and Establishment stitch-ups of our times, and an invaluable reminder of just how vital the Press is in holding power to account -- John Harding * Daily Mail *Veteran insider's sharp, timely satire on the newspaper business * Daily Mail *Splash! has the pace and wit of Tom Sharpe at his Porterhouse best and the mournfulness of Michael Frayn's Towards the End of the Morning . . . captures the thrill of the newsroom -- Laura Freeman * Standpoint *Thoroughly enjoyable . . . Glover hits the mark with uncanny accuracy . . . A rollicking good read * Journalist *Extremely funny . . . If there has been a more spot-on and funnier satire about news folk since Evelyn Waugh's Scoop, I haven't read it * Oxford Times *Splash! is a brilliant book, a comedy with a serious and thought-provoking moral for us all -- Fr Alexander Lucie-Smith * Church Times *Very funny, also poignant in places, and merits favourable comparison with Evelyn Waugh's classic newspaper novel, Scoop, but this time in the digital age -- Carole Dawson Young * Tribune *Plot twists aplenty propel this veteran insider's sharp, timely satire on the newspaper business in a corrupt, cynical London swilling with oligarchs * Mail on Sunday *Funny . . . cleverly plotted, the novel is a love letter to a bygone world of journalism * Sunday Times *A compelling satire -- Michael Burleigh * London Evening Standard *I thoroughly enjoyed Splash! It's a delicious confection of excellent plotting, an inventively bonkers cast of characters, subtle insights into the world of newspapers and a satisfying ending which invokes the great Evelyn Waugh's masterpiece, Scoop. A fine comedy of manners by a writer who knows the media inside out * Bel Mooney *A condition of England novel, and especially the condition of the English press . . . Very enjoyable -- Andrew Gimson * Conservativehome *The spirit of Scoop, Evelyn Waugh's satirical novel about the newspaper world, hovers over Stephen Glover's satire of 21st-century journalism . . . a pacy story of murky ministerial shenanigans, late lunches and love in the afternoon . . . Those in the know will enjoy identifying the characters in this sprightly roman-a-clef, while everyone can relish the all too convincing twists of Glover's neatly plotted narrative * Daily Mail *

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Book Synopsis'This is the Pandora's Box of self-help books.' - Conan O'Brien One of this generation's hottest and boldest young comedians, Daniel Sloss presents a transgressive and hilarious analysis of all of our dysfunctional relationships, and attempts to point us in the vague direction of sanity. Including lovers, ex-lovers, ex-lovers who you hate, ex-lovers who hate you, with parents, with best friends (male and female), not-best friends, with children, with siblings, and even with the global pandemic and our own mortality.Trade ReviewThis is the Pandora's Box of self-help books. -- Conan O'BrienWhat a book. Smart, acerbic, and incredibly funny. I suggest you read it. -- Bob SagetThe only thing wrong with this book is that at my age everyone I hate is already dead. -- Peter BartEveryone You Hate... turns out to be a very enjoyable read, unsurprisingly. Written in the rhythm of a seasoned comedian's set, there are laughs liberally sprinkled, serious bits with elements of self-examination, and the impression that each carefully placed word has simply come to him in conversation. Just like any good Edinburgh show. -- Vicky Nangle * Beyond The Joke *Sloss offers insights on toxic masculinity, gender and sexuality that are at once deliciously dark, hilarious and profound. -- Debbie Hall * Daily Record *

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Book SynopsisThe newest collection of hysterical jokes from the hilarious Instagram account @DadSaysJokes - so bad they're good!

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