1. K is for Knifeball by Avery Monsen
This quirky picture book is not for children. It offers "an A to Z of terrible advice", such as "N is for nozzle at the end of the hose. Water the carpet and watch how it grows." It's written by Avery Monsen, author of
All My Friends are Dead. Each gem of highly questionable wisdom is accompanied by a cheery illustration by children's book illustrator Jory John. The dark humour is not for everyone, but it made me chuckle.
2. Sh*t Rough Drafts: Pop Culture's Favourite Books, Movies and TV Shows As the Might Have Been by Paul Laudiero
Shit Rough Drafts is a collection of pretend terrible rough drafts of works of classic literature, as well as films and TV shows, from Shakespeare to Spielberg.
It's a mixture of clever literary jokes and outright silliness that would make a great gift for an aspiring writer.
3. Movies R Fun!: A Collection of Cinematic Classics for the Pre- (Film) School Cinefile
This one is another parody children's book. Written by Josh Cooley, it's a book for parents who can't wait a couple more years to share their favourite movies with their children. It's a collection of illustrations of key moments from classic films such as
Terminator,
Alien,
Fargo,
Leon and many others.
From Movies R Fun.
This book would be the perfect gift for a cinephile. The list of other made up "Lil' Inappropriate Books" in the back is a bit of a chuckle too.
4. You've Guac to be Joking!
This is book of avocodo-based cartoons. Lots of avocado based cartoons. Some are cute and funny, in a Christmas cracker joke sort of way. Others are apparently supposed to be puns that just don't work, eg. "American Ripe-o" (I think it's meant to be American Psycho?) and "Guac Hasspectations".
You've Guac To Be Joking might make a fun gift for someone who really, really likes avocados.
Disclaimer: I was given a complimentary copy of this book by Andrews McMeel Publishing in exchange for an honest review.
Published: March 5, 2019
5. The World's Best Jokes For Kids Volume 1. by Lisa Swerling
As the title suggests, this one actually is for kids. It's a book of clean, silly jokes, suitable for younger readers (approved by my 6 year old). Each of the jokes are illustrated with a simple cartoon by Ralph Lazar.
This book would make a fun gift for somebody else's child, aged 6-8. They're going to be hearing these jokes constantly for days.
Disclaimer: I was given a complimentary copy of this book by Andrews McMeel Publishing, via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.
Published: February 5, 2019
