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Reviews of books about comedy, including biographies of comedians old and new, and (occasionally) books by comedians. To have a book considered for review, send a copy to Chortle, 112 Norman Road, London, E11 4RL.

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Wed 24 June 2009

The Ultimate Green Room | by Barbara Corry

The Ultimate Green Room

by Barbara Corry

24/06/2009 … Comedy courses might teach the wannabe comic the elementary tools of the craft, but there’s only really one way the rookie stand-up can learn exactly how this…

Mon 15 June 2009

Fri 05 June 2009

My Name Is Daphne Fairfax | by Arthur Smtih

My Name Is Daphne Fairfax

by Arthur Smtih

05/06/2009 … Arthur Smith’s been a comedian, binman, playwright, Parisian bohemian, unofficial tour guide, Radio 4 presenter, TV host, failed punk singer and mayor of Balham…

Fri 01 May 2009

Fri 03 April 2009

Mon 02 February 2009

Mon 05 January 2009

Mon 29 December 2008

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