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Get ready to laugh out loud! Dive into the world of comedy books where humor knows no bounds. From witty anecdotes to hilarious satire, these books promise endless entertainment and guaranteed laughs. Whether you're a fiction or non-fiction reader, humor books bring some much-needed lightheartedness to your reading list.

Best-selling Comedy titles

The Palgrave Handbook of Humour Research The Palgrave Handbook of...

Elisabeth Vanderheiden (Editor), Claude-Hélène Mayer (Editor)
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Taking Funny Music Seriously Taking Funny Music Seriously

Lily E Hirsch
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My Bad Tequila: Parts of a True Story My Bad Tequila: Parts of a...

Rico Austin
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I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: (But I'm Going to Anyway) I Shouldn't Be Telling You...

Chelsea Devantez
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Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps Democracy or Else: How to...

Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett
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I've Tried Being Nice: Essays I've Tried Being Nice: Essays

Ann Leary
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Roctogenarians: Late in Life Debuts, Comebacks, and Triumphs Roctogenarians: Late in Life...

Mo Rocca, Jonathan Greenberg
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Flamingos Are Pretty Funky: A (Not So) Serious Guide Flamingos Are Pretty Funky: A...


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Get Me Through the Next Five Minutes: Odes to Being Alive Get Me Through the Next Five...

James Parker
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Stan Mack's Real Life Funnies: The Collected Conceits, Delusions, and Hijinks of New Yorkers from 1974 to 1995 Stan Mack's Real Life Funnies...

Stan Mack, Jake Tapper (Foreword by)
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Best of Reader's Digest, Volume 5: Heartwarming Stories, Dramatic Tales, Hilarious Cartoons, and Timeless Photographs Best of Reader's Digest,...

Reader's Digest (Editor)
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How to Run Wars: A Confidential Playbook for the National Security Elite How to Run Wars: A...

Christopher J Coyne, PhD, Abigail R Hall
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Theatre Kids: A True Tale of Off-Off Broadway Theatre Kids: A True Tale of...

John DeVore
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Knock Knock: Who's There? Knock Knock: Who's There?


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Dad Jokes: 500 Jokes So Bad They're Good Dad Jokes: 500 Jokes So Bad...

Dan Alleva
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Birds Aren't Real: The True Story of Mass Avian Murder and the Largest Surveillance Campaign in Us History Birds Aren't Real: The True...

Peter McIndoe, Connor Gaydos
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Your Caption Has Been Selected: More Than Anyone Could Possibly Want to Know about the New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest Your Caption Has Been...

Lawrence Wood
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Exploring Humor in Child Welfare Casework: Laugh to Get Through It or Cry Forever Exploring Humor in Child...

Lisa N Landram, Christian A Vaccaro
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A Product of Genetics (and Day Drinking): A Never-Coming-Of-Age Story A Product of Genetics (and...

Jess H Gutierrez
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Feminism and the Religious Significance of Laughing Bodies Feminism and the Religious...

Nicole Graham
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Never Had a Dad: Adventures in Fatherlessness Never Had a Dad: Adventures...

Georgie Codd
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Aliens about Humans: The Undercover Alien's Handbook on Successful Infiltration Aliens about Humans: The...

Michael Sender
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Golf Is Hard Golf Is Hard

Andrew 'Beef' Johnston
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The Book of Taylor: 50 reasons Taylor Swift rules the world The Book of Taylor: 50...

Billie Oliver
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Finding best-selling funny books suitable for different age groups is a breeze. Our user-friendly filters and search bar make it easy to narrow down your options.

We have a dedicated section for children's books, which has comedy books tailored to various age ranges, ensuring they're filled with age-appropriate content. Whether you're shopping for yourself or your kids, our organized categories make finding the perfect comedic read effortless and enjoyable.

The best classic humor books will depend on your taste, which genres you prefer to read, and what you're interested in. These are a few that have stood the test of time:

  • The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams: A hilarious and offbeat science fiction adventure following the misadventures of Arthur Dent as he travels through space after Earth's destruction. Adams' unique blend of absurdity and satire has captivated readers for decades.
  • Catch-22 by Joseph Heller: A satirical masterpiece set during World War II, showcasing the absurdity of bureaucracy and war through the eyes of protagonist Yossarian. The book's dark humor and sharp wit have made it a timeless classic.
  • Good Omens by Neil Gaiman. This paranormal classic combines humor and the high stakes of the impending Apocalypse to captivate audiences across genres, so much so that it's become a beloved TV show as well.

Finding comedy books that match your sense of humor is easy with Alibris. Explore curated lists of best-selling funny books tailored to different types of humor, such as adult comedy books with slapstick comedy.

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Looking for adult comedy books that are earning their spot at the top of the charts? Here are a few that have shot to popularity in recent years:

  • The Last Black Unicorn by Tiffany Haddish: A hilarious and heartfelt memoir from the comedian and actress, sharing her unique life experiences with wit and candor.
  • Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple: A comedic novel following the quirky Bernadette Fox, a once-renowned architect, and her daughter Bee as they embark on a humorous journey to find Bernadette after her sudden disappearance.
  • Less by Andrew Sean Greer: Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, this comedic novel follows Arthur Less, a failed novelist about to turn fifty, on a whimsical journey around the world to avoid attending his ex-boyfriend's wedding.

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