Category Archives: Humor

Audio Book Review: We Solve Murders by Richard Osman, Narrated by Nicola Walker

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We Solve Murders is a hilarious romp through the worlds of money smuggling, Internet influencers, hired hitmen, and rogue security agencies. Author Richard Osman, who also wrote The Thursday Murder Club series, brings the same heart to We Solve Murders but ramps up the humor. This novel is the first in a series and I can’t wait until the second book is released! Continue reading →

Audio Book Review: Holidays on Ice by David Sedaris, Narrated by David Sedaris

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Holidays on Ice is a collection of stories and musings by humorist David Sedaris, who ponders some of the absurdities of modern-day Christmas, Halloween, and Easter celebrations. I liked it overall for the laugh out loud moments, but sometimes it felt like the stories were missing a main point or punchline. Or maybe I am too obtuse to understand the messages. Continue reading →

“Dad is Fat”, by Jim Gaffigan

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For anyone who wants a good laugh about some of the crazy truths of kids and parenting, “Dad is Fat” might be just the ticket. Author, comedian and father of five Jim Gaffigan tells it like it is without that polite, public filter so many of us use when we talk about being parents. The result is an honest, funny commentary on the joys, frustrations and mystifying realities of raising kids. Continue reading →