Humorous fiction Books

Une satire de la vie bourgeoise française écrite sous la forme de mémoires fictifs. Prudhomme, le personnage principal, est un bourgeois typique qui observe et commente la société qui l'entoure avec humour et sarcasme.This work has been selected by...

This classic work of Southern humor follows the misadventures of Simon Suggs, a ne'er-do-well who manages to get himself into trouble no matter where he goes. Hooper's writing is sharp and satirical, and his characters are as vivid and memorable as any...

En esta interesante colección de obras, el autor narra su supuesta locura en diferentes países de Europa. Sus escritos son una crítica social y un retrato agudo de la sociedad de la época.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

Eine witzige und geistreiche Satire auf das studentische Leben und die Liebe an den Universitäten des 18. Jahrhunderts. Der anonyme Autor Sarcander beschreibt die Liebesabenteuer eines jungen Mannes namens Amor, der in unterschiedliche Liebes-Intrigen...

This controversial book is a scathing critique of the perceived moral failings of both men and women. Its author, Robert Gould, writes in a satirical style that will shock and entertain readers in equal measure.This work has been selected by scholars as...

The Modern Obstacle is a witty and satirical novel that takes aim at the conventions and contradictions of modern society. Written by Alice Duer Miller, a noted suffragist and writer, it remains a relevant and entertaining read today.This work has been...

Leacock's hilarious satire of the book-selling industry is a classic of Canadian literature. The story follows Mr. Sellyer, a hapless bookseller who employs a variety of outrageous marketing tactics to try and drum up business. Along the way, he...

This collection of letters, written by the fictional character Jonathan Oldstyle, offers a humorous and satirical look at life in early America. The author's wit and wordplay are on full display, as he pokes fun at politicians, social mores, and other...

Join Uncle Rufus and Ma as they embark on a summer adventure with their quirky friends in the New Northwest region of the United States. This heartwarming tale showcases the joys of friendship, travel, and embracing new experiences.This work has been...

This charming little book tells the story of six treasured tea-cups and the adventures they have as they pass from owner to owner. Packed with heartwarming stories, colorful characters, and plenty of surprises, Six China Tea-Cups is a delightful read...

Contrary to what you might think, this book is not a celebration of alcoholism, but rather a satirical take on the excesses of 18th century French society. With biting wit and a keen eye for detail, the authors skewer the pretensions of the upper classes...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

Six stories; forty-four illustrations; 250 pages; one Patent Investigator; one slightly maladjusted robot secretary; and more Mad Science than you can shake a centrifuge at, all from the author/illustrator of Slaves of the Switchboard of Doom.In the city...

“Sugar?” One question, one word, sweeps Toby Renfrew onto love’s uncharted path when a hitchhiker named Carolina plants her skinny butt at the donut counter and orders up a jelly-filled.Row up to the shore of the Great Lake Erie, step...

A romance author with a serious case of writer's block.A plan to find a muse, write the book, then walk away.But plans are made to be broken.My name is Molly Brinks, but most people know me as Vivienne Foxx, bestselling author of chance meetings,...

A larger-than-life father with underworld ties. An obedient son. Law school may test the limits of his loyalty…Delton Lowe never wanted to step foot inside a courtroom, much less try a case. But none of that mattered after his kingpin father...

2017 Edition!  Book #4 of the Lumby series. What Garrison Keillor did for Lake Wobegon and Jan Karon did for Mitford, Gail Fraser has done for Lumby - a town so heartwarming and endearing, you'll be forever transported. When their beloved...

Private Detective Bob Roosevelt is once again searching for the love of his life and trying to find a place with no crime. Following a gut feeling he heads for Minnesota in the middle of December. His guardian angel informs Roosevelt, in not so nice...

Yuki Yamimoto has a problem with billionaires. If only she wasn't stuck in a luxury resort with one billionaire in particular!Yuki agrees to be her friend Sinead's bridesmaid at her second wedding in a heartbeat. She's a flight attendant and used to...

This is a dictionary of fatuous, desipient daffynitions. An 'A' to Zed of paronomasia. Another of the many wordbooks that tell stories or drive the imagination through word play; another wordbook in likeness to those authored of an earlier dictionary...

Fifteen months passed since the murderer of the parish vicar had been brought to justice. This shocking event rocked the village of West Ayton, but the sleepy normality of the Yorkshire hamlet had finally returned. It was almost as if nothing had...

A withdrawn widow of a once-famous animal activist comes forward with a $2 million claim, saying her furry-friendly husband has been dead for eight years. With an ocean-themed investment drying up his coffers, Trace sets out to find out if she's...

It's trouble in paradise when a mafioso hires Trace to tail his wayward wife, who's run off and joined a crazed sex cult. As the case involving the gangster's gal turns deadly and two cantankerous cops are chomping at the bit, Chico threatens...

Salvation lies in the Internet.Will the ghosts of the long-dead-and newly passed-take their place on social media, allowing them to remain in contact with the world? Can these ghosts be convinced to do the unthinkable?One man searches the world, driven...

The president of Klooster-Hemming College has too many problems. A board member dies, and his evil daughter conspires to grab the school's trust fund. A larcenous former president wants his job back. Another board member has his own candidate for the job...

In a world where few people laugh at themselves, Arsenic Soup For Lovers is the perfect blend of short stories guaranteed to make you step back and look at the world from a different perspective.In this tart and wickedly amusing collection by author...

This book is destined to make waves no matter which ocean you throw it into. This is the first book Jarod's put together, mainly because he had such a hard time figuring out how to glue the pages to the spine. You'll laugh as you explore the mind of a...