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

  • Low-Hanging Fruit by Randy Rainbow
    Low-Hanging Fruit: Sparkling Whines, Champagne Problems, and Pressing Issues from My Gay Agenda

    Release date: Oct 08, 2024
    A new essay collection by adored comedian and NYT bestseller Randy Rainbow Randy Rainbow has a few things on his mind that he wants to talk about. As ...more
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  • Ukulele Murder by Leslie Langtry
    Ukulele Murder (Aloha Lagoon Mysteries, #1)
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    Release date: Jul 23, 2024
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    The Time Travel Twins (The Time Travel Twins, #1)
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