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In 1988, a band of University of Wisconsin–Madison undergrads and dropouts began publishing a free weekly newspaper with no editorial stance other than “You Are Dumb.” Just wanting to make a few bucks, they wound up becoming the bedrock of modern satire over the course of twenty years, changing the way we consume both our comedy and our news. The Onion served as a hilarious and brutally perceptive satire of the absurdity and horrors of late twentieth-century American life and grew into a global phenomenon.

Writer, comedian, and content creator Elyse Myers gets real about life’s awkward moments in her bold, funny, and unfiltered debut book. Elyse brings her trademark style to the audiobook edition through her candid, conversational delivery—equal parts humor, vulnerability, and self-awareness...

What makes a goofy meme about cereal beat a million-dollar Super Bowl ad? Why does one five-second video skyrocket into everyone’s group chats while a polished campaign barely gets a like? In Funny and True, Beck Whitley cracks open the psychology, storytelling, and science behind the content we can't help but share. This isn’t just a book—it’s your playbook for understanding what grabs attention, holds it, and spreads like wildfire. Backed by neuroscience, real-world case studies, and interviews with meme-makers, marketers, and music producers, this book reveals the invisible ...

Discover the Brand New, Side-Splitting Laughter Riot – "True Fart Confessions: Fart Stories So Funny You'll Cry!" 🤣😂🤣 Prepare for an uproarious experience with our NEW and EXCLUSIVE collection of true fart stories! At your fingertips is the EASIEST way to find yourself drowning in uncontrollable laughter. Imagine the fun and camaraderie of sharing these hysterical anecdotes with friends and family – it's your passport to instant bonding and endless chuckles. 🎁🌟The Ultimate Gift Idea! Searching for the perfect gift that guarantees smiles, laughter, and unforgettable ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “Driving, wild and hilarious” (The Washington Post), here is the incredible “memoir” of the legendary actor, gambler, raconteur, and Saturday Night Live veteran. When Norm Macdonald, one of the greatest stand-up comics of all time, was approached to write a...

"Fantastic" - Dr. Glaucomflecken Previous Amazon #1 Best Seller - Anesthesiology Dive into a hilarious assortment of real-life medical stories and adventures from the operating room and beyond! Artfully written with a witty, authentic, and often sarcastic tone, I Watch You Sleep is a humorous and profound collection of true medical stories, drawn from the life and career of practicing anesthesiologist Zach Antonov, MD. As the lovechild of an often-misunderstood medical field and a passion for amateur comedy, this book is bursting with pointed anecdotes, silly stories from college and med ...

Follow comedian Gabriel Rutledge on an occasionally-uncomfortable, always-funny look at the life of a modern road comic as he continues his climb toward the middle of the pack. Equal parts incisive and intimate, Rutledge relates—in hilarious detail—the challenges and struggles of raising a family and pursuing a comedy career, all while battling the horrors of the comedy condo, the slow death of performing to a captive nursing home audience, and the nightmare of air travel with a fellow comedian who just can’t pick up on social cues.

Nash: She’s the one thing I can’t have The only thing I’ve ever wanted My best friend’s little sister Now she’s here: the one place I never expected to see her When Nicole shows up at my beach house I know all bets are off Her innocence might not be safe, But no matter what, I’ll protect her heart. Grab your longboards, readers! Nash is a possessive older man who knows what he wants! And right now, what he wants is his best friend’s curvy, innocent little sister! No cliffhangers, wipeouts, or cheating to be found here. Just a quick and steamy ride on a tropical paradise. Grab ...

Brooklyn: This is not how I envisioned meeting Beauregard Addison Jr. I’ve been obsessed with him for as long as I can remember. There are so many rumors about him that it’s hard to distinguish fact from fiction. He only sleeps four hours a night. He spends more time on the company jet than he does on the ground. His work ethic is almost as big as his…endowment. I’ve clawed, scrimped, and saved up enough to get an interview as an intern at his company: Someday Came. But I’m having the worst morning of my life. Almost got run over. Spilled my Starbucks. Running late for the chance ...

Get ready to laugh, gasp, and shake your head in disbelief! From bungling burglars who left their ID at the scene to the world’s most ridiculous getaways gone wrong, Crazy Crimes & Dumb Criminals collects hundreds of real-life stories proving that crime really doesn’t pay—especially if you’re terrible at it. Each section dives into true, verified (and absolutely hilarious) cases from around the globe, showing how some people managed to turn everyday blunders into legendary fails. Whether it’s a thief trapped in a store window, a robber who called the police on himself, or a ...

Kai Mita is hockey’s resident bad boy. He’s also the key to my career. An assignment covering the Houston Snowhawks is a rookie sports journalists’ literal dream come true. There’s only one problem— My new position depends on me getting the scoop on Hawks’ defenseman Kai Mita. Kai leads the team in suspensions, drama, and looking good shirtless. He also doesn’t talk to the press. Ever. Then a golden opportunity comes along, and I’m not about to pass it. My career is on thin ice. My heart is in the penalty box. And I’m about to shoot my shot. Get ready for a steamy sports ...

📘 800 amazing facts that are funny, weird, and totally true! 🦖 Dancing dinosaurs and other prehistoric oddballs! 🚀 Space silliness — from burping astronauts to moon mysteries! 🐙 Crazy creatures you won’t believe actually exist! 🍕 Food facts that’ll make you laugh (and maybe lose your appetite)! 🤯 Mind-blowing science that proves truth is stranger than fiction! 😂 Ridiculous records that show how weird humans can be! 🌍 Bizarre places around the world with the wildest stories! 💡 Brain-tickling trivia perfect for curious kids (and their parents)! 🎉 Non-stop ...

A hilarious travel memoir about a man who moved with his wife, three kids, and two pets onto a forty-six-foot sailboat for a year. He expected it to be a yearlong version of Margaritaville, but what he got was shipwrecks, bad directions, hygiene calamities, and pirate attacks (sort of). Perfect...

Florida Man strikes again — and again — and again! From flying alligators to sword fights at laundromats, this outrageous collection brings you 25 unbelievable short stories inspired by real headlines. Dive into a world where the bizarre is everyday news, and chaos lurks around every corner. Logan Carter’s hilarious, jaw-dropping tales capture the spirit of Florida's most infamous characters, blending truth, madness, and a whole lot of gator. Buckle up. It’s going to be a wild ride. Florida Man strikes again — and again — and again! From flying alligators to sword fights at ...

They say laughter is the best medicine—until you need a change of pants. Never Trust a Fart is a laugh-out-loud collection of true stories from men who learned the hard way that sometimes your body has a mind of its own. Cringe, chuckle, and thank your lucky stars it wasn’t you—because these hilarious real-life disasters prove that no one is safe from a sudden betrayal of the bowels.

WTF (Wow That’s a Fact!) – History Edition By Nova Harrow The past was way weirder than your teacher told you. Get ready to laugh, gasp, and question everything you thought you knew about history — because this isn’t the boring textbook version. From royal fails and ridiculous wars to lost civilizations, strange inventions, and “oops” moments that changed the world, this book proves that history isn’t just dates and battles — it’s weird, wild, and 100% true. Discover over 1,200 jaw-dropping facts across 30 chapters, including: The war that started over a pastry 🍰 The ...

Ever heard of a war fought over a pastry? Or a scientist who accidentally invented the microwave while testing radar equipment? History is full of moments so strange, so ridiculous, and so unbelievable — yet every one of them actually happened! Crazy History Facts That Sound Made Up (But Aren’t!) takes you on a laugh-out-loud journey through time’s weirdest true stories. From ancient oddities and royal blunders to medical mayhem and accidental inventions, this collection proves that the past was every bit as wild as the present. Inside you’ll find: 1,200+ bite-sized facts that are ...

“It made me laugh so hard I cried. Not quite pissing-pants funny, but definitely entertaining.” — MWW in Mn, Amazon reviewer “The best book I’ve ever read!” — Soto (which to be fair, doesn’t mean much. Soto is in the book and also hasn’t read very many books.) “I hope you do a second one. That was epic.” — Some guy named Chris (not in the book, and I assume Chris reads) “Meh, it was okay.” —some dude on Facebook (Can’t win ’em all, I guess.) No medals. No glory. Just a bunch of barely-functioning paratroopers stuck overseas during COVID, trying to survive ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Nominated for the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work Named a Best Book of the Year by The Root Chosen by Emma Straub as a Best New Celebrity Memoir “A book of essays as raw and honest as anyone has ever produced.” — Lena Dunham, Lenny Letter In the...

Every book sold helps save a life. A portion of profits goes directly to Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue — the same rescue at the heart of this award-winning story. 4,000 Dogs. One Garage. No Backup. When Deputy Keith Benning took a job in rural North Dakota, he never imagined his garage would become ground zero for a grassroots animal rescue movement. But with 70+ strays showing up each month and no local shelter in sight, Keith and a ragtag team of volunteers stepped up. Over four years, they rescued thousands of animals — and sacrificed everything to do it. A True Story of Grit, ...