Humor

A comic novel is usually a work of fiction in which the writer seeks to amuse the reader, sometimes with subtlety and as part of a carefully woven narrative, sometimes above all other considerations. It could indeed be said that comedy fiction is literary work that aims primarily to provoke laughter, but this isn't always as obvious as it first may seem. ...more

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The Encyclopedia of Ugly Fashion: A Hilarious Introspective of History’s Best Worst Fashion Trends
The Great British Bump-Off: Kill or Be Quilt
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Dead & Breakfast
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  • Racing the Rope by T.A. Styles
    Racing the Rope: An Inspirational Children's Chapter Book
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    Release date: Nov 15, 2025
    One jump could change everything.

    Sixth grader Geran Harris has always been the popular kid at his Catholic school—until one day, he dares to jump into
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    Number of copies: 100

    Giveaway dates: Dec 02 - Dec 25, 2025

    Countries available: U.S.

  • Like This, But Funnier by Hallie Cantor
    Like This, But Funnier

    Release date: Apr 07, 2026
    Enter for a chance to win an early copy of Hallie Cantor's debut novel, LIKE THIS, BUT FUNNIER! ...more
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    Number of copies: 5

    Giveaway dates: Dec 08 - Dec 28, 2025

    Countries available: U.S.

  • An Asylum of Sorts by John Lowe
    An Asylum of Sorts: An Olde New Jersey Estate Becomes The Home For Some Colorful Tenants Both Real And Imagined In This Humorous Tale Laced With Mystery And Self-Indulgence

    Release date: Aug 26, 2017
    The crazy goings on in an old house in the summer of ’77, from a WWII vet who sees Japanese soldiers to a young woman with CSBD, and those in between.
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    Number of copies: 100

    Giveaway dates: Nov 30 - Dec 28, 2025

    Countries available: U.S.

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