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.
© BBC/Passion Docs/Trevor Leighton 27/05/2026 … Nearly a decade after her death at just 52, Caroline Aherne’s outsize talent receives glowing tribute in this unapologetic hagiography from BBC radio presenter…
07/05/2026 … With John Robins currently on hiatus from stand-up, this heartbreaking memoir of his relationship with drinking goes a long way towards bringing readers up to date…
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