Listmania!
Ten Funny Novels
Leave it to PsmithLeave it to Psmith by P.G. Wodehouse
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The first book that made me laugh out loud.
Lucky Jim (Penguin Modern Classics)Lucky Jim (Penguin Modern Classics) by Kingsley Amis
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And here's the second.
A Confederacy of Dunces (Penguin Red Classics)A Confederacy of Dunces (Penguin Red Classics) by John Kennedy Toole
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Laugh, then reflect on the fate of the author.
Mapp and Lucia (Penguin Modern Classics)Mapp and Lucia (Penguin Modern Classics) by E.F. Benson
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To my mind, Rye's greatest writer. (Sorry, Henry.)
Billy LiarBilly Liar by Keith Waterhouse
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A story about the ruler of Ambrosia and his three fiancées.
Putting on the RitzPutting on the Ritz by Joe Keenan
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From the pen of Frasier's head writer. Brilliantly witty.
Porterhouse BluePorterhouse Blue by Tom Sharpe
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Hilarious conflict between an old college and its new Master.
The Locklear LettersThe Locklear Letters by Michael Kun
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Quick funny read (and apparently written in one week!).
Youth in Revolt: The Journals of Nick TwispYouth in Revolt: The Journals of Nick Twisp by C.D. Payne
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Can you believe this book was self-published?
"One Foot in the Grave" (BBC)"One Foot in the Grave" (BBC) by David Renwick
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Enjoy Renwick's writing in book form.
Lady of the ManorLady of the Manor by Chris Marr
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No. 11 on my list of 10.
The DirectorThe Director by Chris Marr
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No. 12. I've got a soft spot for this author.