Perfect Sound Whatever, by James Acaster
12/09/2019 … James Acaster’s second book covers the same annus horriblis as his current, brilliant tour show Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999 – but with more about the…
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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.
Thu 12 September 2019
Mon 02 September 2019
A Hitch In Time by Andy Smart
02/09/2019 … Andy Smart is these days best known as one of the Comedy Store Players.
Thu 04 July 2019
I’m Only In It For The Parking by Lee Ridley, aka Lost Voice Guy
04/07/2019 … Lee Ridley can’t speak, is unsteady on his feet, suffers epilepsy and gets self-conscious when he dribbles.
Tue 26 March 2019
Woke: A Guide to Social Justice by Titiana McGrath
26/03/2019 … It’s a book that Piers Morgan describes as ‘absolutely hilarious’, which should serve as a massive red flag.
Fri 18 January 2019
The Sacred Art Of Joking by James Cary
18/01/2019 … Much comedy output comes with the disclaimer: ‘Not for the easily offended.
Fri 28 December 2018
The Complete Comedy Writer, by Dave Cohen
28/12/2018 … Dave Cohen’s book about comedy writing doesn’t have any of the answers.
Wed 19 December 2018
© UKTV Christmas comedy books 2018
Steve Bennett looks at some of the tie-in tomes...
19/12/2018 … Looking for some last-minute Christmas presents.
Thu 13 December 2018
Sunrise, by Jessie Cave
13/12/2018 … Few stand-up shows end up being transcribed in book form.