Performing Arts

Superstar comedian and Hollywood box-office star Kevin Hart turns his immense talent to the written word by writing some words. Some of those words include: the, a, for, above, and even even. Put them together and you have the funniest, most heartfelt, and most inspirational memoir on survival, success, and the importance of believing in yourself since Old Yeller.

From the elections of Barack Obama and Donald Trump to the tragic events of Ferguson and Charlottesville, the subject of race has come to the forefront of American consciousness. Legendary satirist D. L. Hughley offers his own cutting observations on this contentious issue that continues to traumatize the nation, a wound made more painful by the ongoing comments and actions of the 45th president. Hughley uses humor to draw attention to injustice, sardonically offering advice on a number of lessons, like "How to make cops feel more comfortable while they're handcuffing you".

Richard Pryor journeys from his childhood in a family that worked in whore-houses and bars, through to his years in Hollywood - the money, the women, the drugs - and the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.

The greats of comedy, when they were young and struggling, performing their great early routines.

By the tender age of five, Bernie Mac had found his calling: making others laugh. He has since become the star and cocreator of Fox’s hit sitcom The Bernie Mac Show; a stand-up legend; and a hit movie star in Head of State and Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle. Now, this amazing comedian delves deep down inside to retell the poignant and hilarious story of his childhood and the people who helped shape him into the comedian - and the strong and self-reliant man - he is today.

R. Eric Thomas didn’t know he was different until the world told him so. Everywhere he went - whether it was his rich, mostly White, suburban high school, his conservative Black church, or his Ivy League college in a big city - he found himself on the outside looking in. In essays by turns hysterical and heartfelt, Thomas reexamines what it means to be an "other" through the lens of his own life experience.

Scottie Price just started a new job and it's a real sausage fest. She's the only woman on a team filled with Brads and Chads. Expecting a bachelor pad atmosphere, she is quickly corrected when she finds out everyone is happily married.

Comedian Trevor Noah offers listeners a glimpse into his childhood during apartheid in South Africa in this award-winning memoir.

Before Liz Lemon, before Weekend Update, before Sarah Palin, Tina Fey was just a young girl with a dream: A recurring stress dream that she was being chased through a local airport by her middle-school gym teacher. She also had a dream that one day she would be a comedian on TV....

Entertaining, astounding, and completely head-scratching, Planet Funny is a full taxonomy of what spawned and defines the modern sense of humor....

In the mid-70s, Steve Martin exploded onto the comedy scene. By 1978 he was the biggest concert draw in the history of stand-up....

From a massively successful stand-up comedian and co-host of chart-topping podcasts “2 Bears 1 Cave” and “Your Mom’s House,” hilarious real-life stories of parenting, celebrity encounters, youthful mistakes, misanthropy, and so much more....

From a host of The Daily Show and stand-up comic, Michael Kosta, comes a wildly funny and insightful memoir about his unlikely journey from professional tennis player (#864 in the world) to professional comedian (there’s no ranking system in comedy but he’s probably . . . top 50?).

Since his first performance at the legendary New York nightclub “Catch a Rising Star” as a 21-year-old college student in fall of 1975, Jerry Seinfeld has written his own material and saved everything....

Robin Williams was a singularly innovative and beloved entertainer. He often came across as a man possessed, holding forth on culture and politics while mixing in personal revelations....

From Naptown to Tinseltown - legendary stand-up comedian and actor Mike Epps finally tells all in this outrageous, hilarious, no-holds-barred memoir....

If it can happen in show business, it’s happened to Jon Cryer. Now he’s opening up for the first time and sharing his behind-the-scenes stories in a warmly endearing, sharply observed, and frankly funny look at life in Hollywood....

Mindy Kaling has lived many lives: the obedient child of immigrant professionals, a timid chubster afraid of her own bike, a Ben Affleck–impersonating Off-Broadway performer and playwright, and, finally, a comedy writer and actress....

Last Words is the story of the man behind some of the most seminal comedy of the last half century....

James Andrew Miller and Tom Shales raucously and revealingly take the SNL story up to the present, adding a constellation of iconic new stars, surprises, and controversies....

Actor, voice actor, and comedian H. Jon Benjamin helps us all feel a little better about our own failures by sharing his own - despite his success starring on Archer and Bob's Burgers - in a hilarious, self-helpful memoir....

A hilarious and biting memoir from the actor, comedian, and Saturday Night Live alumnus....

Jim Gaffigan is in top form for his seventh comedy special. The four-time Grammy nominated comedian doesn’t understand why we aren’t more honest about the reasons we don’t want to attend events, while at the same time embraces lying to kids....

Why is every film or tv programme a sequel or a remake? Why are people so f***ing hung up about swearing? Why do the asterisks in that sentence make it okay? These and many other questions trouble David Mitchell. Join him on a tour of the absurdities of modern life....

During the course of a career that began in the late 1940s, Lenny Bruce challenged the sanctity of organized religion and other societal and political conventions; he widened the boundaries of free speech....

Comedian Pierre Novellie was on stage when a heckler suggested he was autistic. Usually, this disruption would be water off a duck's back but two things made this heckler different: first, he was himself autistic. Second, he turned out to be absolutely right....

In this definitive joke-writing handbook, learn comedy writing and how to write a joke with a simple comedy-writing and joke-writing formula you can use right now to write your own jokes....

Anyone who saw an episode of Saturday Night Live between 1999 and 2006 knows Rachel Dratch. She was hilarious! So what happened to her? Find out....

All five series of the award-winning sketch show—plus standalone comedy Daydream Believer....

Funny, tender, and cut through with Adam’s hysterical rambling asides, this is a delightful memoir about growing up, growing old and figuring it all out. ‘Buckle up. Here we go…’

A celebration of Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, this carefully curated audiobook features some of comedy’s most iconic voices in excerpts from their appearances on Jerry Seinfeld’s groundbreaking streaming series!

When comedian Barry Rothbart was growing up in Queens in the 90s, there were two things he knew for sure… his father, Allan, was his best friend and he was also Jon Bon Jovi’s manager. But then everything changed in 1997, when Barry’s dad got arrested and admitted that he actually worked for the Italian mafia, running the largest bookmaking operation in the United States.

Fern showcases three stand-ups per episode, mixing festival headliners with fresh talent hand-picked by Fern herself. You’ll hear exclusive performances from the likes of Alan Davies, Nish Kumar, Rosie Jones, and Bridget Christie, alongside the upcoming comedians critics and comedy fans are buzzing about - so you can catch the rising talent before they hit the big time. It's like having a comedy insider guide you to the best shows at the Fringe.

Kristin never planned to become the self-appointed expert on naked motoring, but after her Subaru died and she upgraded to a Volvo XC60, there was no turning back. Now, she’s here to share the wisdom (and disasters) of her years on the road in nothing but skin, sass, and a towel. This is not just a memoir; it’s the survival guide for anyone who has ever thought, “Could I actually drive naked and not get arrested?” Spoiler: yes, you can, if you know the tricks. Kristin mixes practical strategies with wildly embarrassing stories to make sure your bare road trips end in freedom, not ...

Being a runaway bride is messy enough. Fake-engaging my billionaire boss—who’s also my brother’s best friend? That’s either a romcom disaster in the making… or the best mistake I’ll ever make. I’ve spent my whole life in a small Maui beach town following the rules. Until I bolt from my own wedding and crash into Chase Montgomery. He’s my brother’s best friend. My billionaire, charm-meets-chaos new boss. Rebellious. Infuriatingly handsome. Exactly the trouble I don’t need. To survive my bestie’s week-long wedding without drowning in gossip, I fake-engage Chase. Rules: ...

All 80-year-old George Ivers wanted was a quiet Thanksgiving with his wife in their cozy Southport, North Carolina home. Instead, he gets a bevy of unexpected (and very much uninvited) guests ringing his doorbell like a game show buzzer, each more hilariously eccentric than the last. George is a comical mix of Archie Bunker’s sass, Fred Flintstone’s stubborn streak, and Mr. Magoo’s oblivious charm. A master of sarcasm and low-key sabotage, George cooks up schemes to send his guests packing, but they just keep coming. Between wrestling with a temperamental dishwasher, having awkward ...

They say curvy girls can't date whoever they want. Well, they are wrong. In this series, curvy girls get the hottest guys. They can date: athletes superstars billionaires...and, basically, whoever the f*ck they want. In this book, you'll find three incredibly spicy and over-the-top sweet romance novellas about curvy girls who find their love. THAT SEXY BARTENDER - Chelsie gets lost in the mountain town of Big Bear, and Bryan offers to help, giving her a place to stay and multiple O's. THAT EX-BEST FRIEND - Roxy hasn't seen her childhood best friend, Connor, in years, but when they meet ...

Looking for a book that’s equal parts nudist memoir, political rant, hot tub confessional, and comedy routine about pubic hair? Congratulations because now you’ve found it. Meet Kristin, a 38-year-old suburban nudist with a Volvo in the driveway, a wine glass in hand, and absolutely no filter. From HOA horror stories to naked dating disasters, from farting friends with glitter bushes to shaving her pubes at 30,000 feet in an airplane bathroom, Kristin lays it all bare...literally. This is not your mother’s wellness guide. This is the unapologetically hilarious, wildly inappropriate, ...

Time for another short read? If you are tired of sensible suggestions, read on. Dive into a hilarious world where common sense takes a holiday! This short read offers three outrageously funny stories, serving up the worst possible guidance for life's trickiest situations. Perfect for anyone who loves satire, parody, and a good laugh at the expense of 'expert' advice.

Ever wondered what happens when a suburban Seattle woman goes to war with her HOA over backyard boobs? Or how sunscreen and pubic hair can combine into a sticky disaster? Or what it’s like to date a man who shaves smoother than a dolphin while your own “National Forest” is in full bloom? Meet Kristin. She's 38 years old, a proud liberal, a Volvo driver, and a professional nudist chaos machine. She’s got best friend Tanya (butt-bragging champion), Susan (the farting philosopher), and a rotating cast of boyfriends who never quite measure up to her bush. Together, they stumble through ...

Buddy-comedy sci-fi doesn’t come more heartwarming than Cosmic Companions. This alien refugee novel teams a terrified office worker with a literal space warrior on the run, spinning into an action comedy adventure you can’t put down. A reluctant hero story powered by unlikely friendship, wild chases, and a beacon signal that could save a species—or light a war. Join the road-trip survival where trust—and maybe a few scared geese—are all you’ve got.

The Grumpy CEO Neighbor That I Detest Stole My Heart Retirement was peaceful—sweet tea, porch gossip, and zero romantic drama—until Maxwell J. Grant moved downstairs. He’s a brooding ex-CEO with sharp suits, guarded eyes, and a knack for making my walls shake with judgment. I’m Southern warmth. He’s emotional ice. We clash. We snipe. One ceiling apart, he finds a million ways to get under my skin: We collide in mailrooms and laundry rooms—and somehow, the tension between us is growing. My grumpy neighbor is irresistible. He listens too closely, sees too deeply, and makes me feel...

Hi, I’m Kristin. I’m thirty-eight, a proud Pacific Northwest girl, and apparently the universe’s favorite contestant in the game of Guess Who’s Naked Now? From locking my clothes inside my Volvo, to farting mid-rollerblade, to showing up buck-naked at the wrong beach, my life has become a slapstick parade of bare skin, bad timing, and neighbors who definitely talk about me at block parties. My best friend Tanya says my butt is inferior to hers (lies), Susan instigates chaos like it’s a sport, and somehow the HOA has basically written a whole section of the bylaws dedicated to me. ...

Once upon a time, a girl named Little Red Riding Hood skipped through the forest with cookies for Granny… or so the story goes. But what if Red wasn’t just delivering baked goods? What if she was secretly hiding gadgets, gizmos, and a water blaster so powerful it could knock the fleas off a wolf at twenty paces? In this laugh-out-loud retelling, Red isn’t the innocent cookie courier we thought she was. She’s clever, bold, and ready to protect Granny from one very dramatic Wolf with a flair for disguises and a weakness for chocolate chips. Packed with humor, suspense, and a forest ...

Nudity isn’t just for beaches, saunas, or that one uncle who “forgets” to wear pants at family reunions. In this outrageous and laugh-out-loud guide, Can I Get Naked? Yes You Can, suburban Seattle’s funniest nudist reveals what really happens when you ditch your clothes and embrace the birthday suit lifestyle. Inside these gloriously bare pages you’ll discover: The unspoken commandments of chair etiquette (and how one woman named Susan keeps leaving “mystery stains” everywhere). Why sunscreen belongs in your belly button, behind your ears, and yes, across your butt cheeks. The...

Welcome to the Pacific Northwest, where the rain is constant, the coffee is strong, and the only thing we take off faster than our raincoats is… well… everything else. I’m Kristin—38, Volvo driver, recovering Subaru loyalist, Washington-state resident, nudist, and proud owner of exactly zero shame left in my body. This isn’t just another memoir about “finding yourself.” This is a full-frontal, wine-fueled, laugh-so-hard-you-snort journey through the chaotic, sunburned, and sometimes poop-stained world of modern nudist friendship. Inside these pages, you’ll discover: The day ...

Cosas que no le dices a una mujer 2: dichos que los hombres no deben decir a las mujeres. Esta es una serie diseñada para ser humorística y al mismo tiempo ayudar a los hombres a mantener su salud. Las mujeres pueden querer dañar a los hombres, ya sea en pequeñas o grandes cantidades. El autor no se hace responsable de nada que suceda después de la compra. Please note: This title is in Spanish.

When small-town tire shop mechanic Gus gets bitten by a werewolf, he doesn’t sprout fangs, howl at the full moon, or thirst for blood. Instead, thanks to his half-size curse, he transforms only during half moons—becoming the legendary (and utterly ridiculous) WereDwarf. With an insatiable libido replacing the usual bloodlust, Gus’s nightly rampages involve more awkward encounters than terrifying ones, leaving his coworkers scrambling to keep him under control. But this is no ordinary tire shop. His accident-prone boss Dilly can’t make it through the day without bruises or bandages, ...

Improvisation is the key to unlocking creativity, confidence, and adaptability in acting and beyond. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned performer, Meisner Activities provides engaging, practical activities to sharpen your skills, think on your feet, and deliver powerful, unscripted performances.

Dear Fellow Imperfect Human, Congratulations! By picking up this book, you've already demonstrated one of humanity's most endearing traits: the belief that reading about your flaws might somehow fix them. Spoiler alert: it won't. But at least we'll have a good laugh trying. Somewhere around 3,500 years ago, a guy named Moses came down from a mountain with ten simple rules for getting along. Ten. That's fewer rules than most people have for their Netflix passwords. Yet here we are in the 21st century, still struggling with basics like "don't kill people" and "don't steal stuff." Then, ...

BOO! A Collection of Silly and Scary Campfire Stories by Rowdy Roberts is a delightful anthology that captures the essence of storytelling around a crackling campfire. Perfect for readers who love a mix of spine-chilling thrills and giggle-inducing silliness, this collection of 21 tales delivers both in spades. From ghostly hitchhikers to cursed underpants, each story is crafted to entertain, spook, and amuse, making it ideal for sharing under the stars or reading with a flashlight under the covers. Rowdy Roberts, with a storyteller’s flair, introduces the collection with an invitation to...