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Multcolib Teen Picks: Humorous books from the adult section

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Fiction and nonfiction to tickle your funny bone. You are the best judge if a book is right for you. Consider your age, interests, and the content and ask a librarian or other adults in your life if you're not sure.

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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

by Adams, Douglas

Book - 1979

Chronicles of galactic traveler Arthur Dent and galaxy tour guide Ford Prefect as they race to save the universe. Be sure to bring a towel. First of a series. Chronicles of galactic traveler Arthur Dent and galaxy tour guide Ford Prefect as they race to save the universe. Be sure to bring a towel. First of a series. Show less

Chronicles of galactic traveler Arthur Dent and galaxy tour guide Ford Prefect as they race to save the universe. Be sure to bring a towel. First of a series. Chronicles of galactic traveler Arthur Dent and galaxy tour guide Ford Prefect as they race to save the universe. Be sure to bring a towel. First of a series. Show less

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Hyperbole and A Half

Hyperbole and A Half

Unfortunate Situations, Flawed Coping Mechanisms, Mayhem, and Other Things That Happened

by Brosh, Allie

Book - 2013

In her illustrated collection of stories and essays, Brosh will have you rolling as she delves into her personal idiosyncrasies and “learning experiences.” In her illustrated collection of stories and essays, Brosh will have you rolling as she delves into her personal idiosyncrasies and “learning experiences.” Show less

In her illustrated collection of stories and essays, Brosh will have you rolling as she delves into her personal idiosyncrasies and “learning experiences.” In her illustrated collection of stories and essays, Brosh will have you rolling as she delves into her personal idiosyncrasies and “learning experiences.” Show less

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Running With Scissors

Running With Scissors

A Memoir

by Burroughs, Augusten

Book - 2003

In his recollections of a crazy mom, a mean alcoholic dad, and the family of an eccentric psychiatrist with whom he is abandoned, Burroughs just keeps the laughs coming. In his recollections of a crazy mom, a mean alcoholic dad, and the family of an eccentric psychiatrist with whom he is abandoned, Burroughs just keeps the laughs coming. Show less

In his recollections of a crazy mom, a mean alcoholic dad, and the family of an eccentric psychiatrist with whom he is abandoned, Burroughs just keeps the laughs coming. In his recollections of a crazy mom, a mean alcoholic dad, and the family of an eccentric psychiatrist with whom he is abandoned, Burroughs just keeps the laughs coming. Show less

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Ready Player One

Ready Player One

by Cline, Ernest

Book - 2011

In a mildly dystopian near future, an insanely wealthy computer genius dies and leaves his fortune to the person who first completes his 1980s nostalgia-fueled video game quest. In a mildly dystopian near future, an insanely wealthy computer genius dies and leaves his fortune to the person who first completes his 1980s nostalgia-fueled video game quest. Show less

In a mildly dystopian near future, an insanely wealthy computer genius dies and leaves his fortune to the person who first completes his 1980s nostalgia-fueled video game quest. In a mildly dystopian near future, an insanely wealthy computer genius dies and leaves his fortune to the person who first completes his 1980s nostalgia-fueled video game quest. Show less

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The Royal We

The Royal We

by Cocks, Heather

Book - 2015

The authors of the celebrity fashion critique blog “Go Fug Yourself” re-imagine the romance between Will and Kate, complete with back stabbing, hysterical tabloids, and very thorny future in-laws. The authors of the celebrity fashion critique blog “Go Fug Yourself” re-imagine the romance between Will and Kate, complete with back stabbing, hysterical tabloids, and very thorny future in-laws. Show less

The authors of the celebrity fashion critique blog “Go Fug Yourself” re-imagine the romance between Will and Kate, complete with back stabbing, hysterical tabloids, and very thorny future in-laws. The authors of the celebrity fashion critique blog “Go Fug Yourself” re-imagine the romance between Will and Kate, complete with back stabbing, hysterical tabloids, and very thorny future in-laws. Show less

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Bossypants

Bossypants

by Fey, Tina

Book - 2011

The story of Tina Fey’s life and career may contain feminist content, but you won’t know because of all the jokes. The story of Tina Fey’s life and career may contain feminist content, but you won’t know because of all the jokes. Show less

The story of Tina Fey’s life and career may contain feminist content, but you won’t know because of all the jokes. The story of Tina Fey’s life and career may contain feminist content, but you won’t know because of all the jokes. Show less

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Good Omens

Good Omens

The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch

by Gaiman, Neil

Book - 2007

A comic masterpiece in which the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse ride motorcycles, the hound of the devil chases sticks, and the end is on a Saturday. Next Saturday, in fact. Just after tea. A comic masterpiece in which the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse ride motorcycles, the hound of the devil chases sticks, and the end is on a Saturday. Next Saturday, in fact. Just after tea. Show less

A comic masterpiece in which the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse ride motorcycles, the hound of the devil chases sticks, and the end is on a Saturday. Next Saturday, in fact. Just after tea. A comic masterpiece in which the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse ride motorcycles, the hound of the devil chases sticks, and the end is on a Saturday. Next Saturday, in fact. Just after tea. Show less

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The Princess Bride

The Princess Bride

S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure

by Goldman, William

Book - 2007

A swashbuckling romance filled with true love, pirates, and a kidnapped princess - and that is just the beginning. A swashbuckling romance filled with true love, pirates, and a kidnapped princess - and that is just the beginning. Show less

A swashbuckling romance filled with true love, pirates, and a kidnapped princess - and that is just the beginning. A swashbuckling romance filled with true love, pirates, and a kidnapped princess - and that is just the beginning. Show less

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Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

The Classic Regency Romance--now With Ultraviolent Zombie Mayhem

by Grahame-Smith, Seth

Book - 2009

When a mysterious plague falls upon the quiet English village of Meryton, where the dead are returning to life, the feisty Elizabeth Bennet is determined ...Show more When a mysterious plague falls upon the quiet English village of Meryton, where the dead are returning to life, the feisty Elizabeth Bennet is determined to wipe out the zombie menace, but first she has to fight the distraction caused by the arrival of the arrogant Mr. Darcy. Show less

When a mysterious plague falls upon the quiet English village of Meryton, where the dead are returning to life, the feisty Elizabeth Bennet is determined ...Show more When a mysterious plague falls upon the quiet English village of Meryton, where the dead are returning to life, the feisty Elizabeth Bennet is determined to wipe out the zombie menace, but first she has to fight the distraction caused by the arrival of the arrogant Mr. Darcy. Show less

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Fresh Off the Boat

Fresh Off the Boat

A Memoir

by Huang, Eddie

Book - 2013

Before he owned a hot New York restaurant, Eddie Huang was an unlikely lawyer, street fashion renegade, and stand-up comic. This is his hysterical recolle...Show more Before he owned a hot New York restaurant, Eddie Huang was an unlikely lawyer, street fashion renegade, and stand-up comic. This is his hysterical recollection of a childhood of defying racial stereotypes and burning his way through American cultural loves like football and Tupac to be the present day Renaissance man. Show less

Before he owned a hot New York restaurant, Eddie Huang was an unlikely lawyer, street fashion renegade, and stand-up comic. This is his hysterical recolle...Show more Before he owned a hot New York restaurant, Eddie Huang was an unlikely lawyer, street fashion renegade, and stand-up comic. This is his hysterical recollection of a childhood of defying racial stereotypes and burning his way through American cultural loves like football and Tupac to be the present day Renaissance man. Show less

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Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (and Other Concerns)

Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (and Other Concerns)

by Kaling, Mindy

Book - 2011

A memoir that is as poignant as it is ridiculously funny. Learn how star and writer Kaling will try any kind of diet to how she made her comedic start playing Ben Affleck in her own off Broadway play. A memoir that is as poignant as it is ridiculously funny. Learn how star and writer Kaling will try any kind of diet to how she made her comedic start playing Ben Affleck in her own off Broadway play. Show less

A memoir that is as poignant as it is ridiculously funny. Learn how star and writer Kaling will try any kind of diet to how she made her comedic start playing Ben Affleck in her own off Broadway play. A memoir that is as poignant as it is ridiculously funny. Learn how star and writer Kaling will try any kind of diet to how she made her comedic start playing Ben Affleck in her own off Broadway play. Show less

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What If?

What If?

Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions

by Munroe, Randall

Book - 2014

With math and science, sarcasm, and stick-figure drawings, Munroe explains all the mysteries of the world. With math and science, sarcasm, and stick-figure drawings, Munroe explains all the mysteries of the world. Show less

With math and science, sarcasm, and stick-figure drawings, Munroe explains all the mysteries of the world. With math and science, sarcasm, and stick-figure drawings, Munroe explains all the mysteries of the world. Show less

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Scott Pilgrim

Scott Pilgrim

1, Scott Pilgrim's Precious Little Life

by O'Malley, Bryan Lee

Book - 2012

First in a series, Scott Pilgrim’s perfect life takes an unexpected turn when he meets the rollerblading delivery girl Ramona Flowers. First in a series, Scott Pilgrim’s perfect life takes an unexpected turn when he meets the rollerblading delivery girl Ramona Flowers. Show less

First in a series, Scott Pilgrim’s perfect life takes an unexpected turn when he meets the rollerblading delivery girl Ramona Flowers. First in a series, Scott Pilgrim’s perfect life takes an unexpected turn when he meets the rollerblading delivery girl Ramona Flowers. Show less

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Scott Pilgrim's Precious Little Life

Scott Pilgrim's Precious Little Life

by O'Malley, Bryan Lee

Book - 2004

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The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl

The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl

by Rae, Issa

Book - 2015

In a world that regards introverts as hapless misfits, and Black as cool, Rae talks about being unabashedly awkward, and how to laugh at oneself. In a world that regards introverts as hapless misfits, and Black as cool, Rae talks about being unabashedly awkward, and how to laugh at oneself. Show less

In a world that regards introverts as hapless misfits, and Black as cool, Rae talks about being unabashedly awkward, and how to laugh at oneself. In a world that regards introverts as hapless misfits, and Black as cool, Rae talks about being unabashedly awkward, and how to laugh at oneself. Show less

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So You've Been Publicly Shamed

So You've Been Publicly Shamed

by Ronson, Jon

Book - 2015

Can one bad joke ruin your life? In the age of Twitter and internet pillories, it can. Can one bad joke ruin your life? In the age of Twitter and internet pillories, it can. Show less

Can one bad joke ruin your life? In the age of Twitter and internet pillories, it can. Can one bad joke ruin your life? In the age of Twitter and internet pillories, it can. Show less

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Naked

Naked

by Sedaris, David

Book - 1998

Growing up Sedaris wasn’t easy, but it sure made for some funny stories as he talks about dealing with an obsessive-compulsive disorder, the realization that he is gay, and his mother's and sister's love for detective shows. Growing up Sedaris wasn’t easy, but it sure made for some funny stories as he talks about dealing with an obsessive-compulsive disorder, the realization that he is gay, and his mother's and sister's love for detective shows. Show less

Growing up Sedaris wasn’t easy, but it sure made for some funny stories as he talks about dealing with an obsessive-compulsive disorder, the realization that he is gay, and his mother's and sister's love for detective shows. Growing up Sedaris wasn’t easy, but it sure made for some funny stories as he talks about dealing with an obsessive-compulsive disorder, the realization that he is gay, and his mother's and sister's love for detective shows. Show less

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Where'd You Go, Bernadette

Where'd You Go, Bernadette

A Novel

by Semple, Maria

Book - 2012

When Bee's talented and agoraphobic mother goes missing, she searches to the far ends of the earth to try and find her. Told through e-mails, memos and articles. When Bee's talented and agoraphobic mother goes missing, she searches to the far ends of the earth to try and find her. Told through e-mails, memos and articles. Show less

When Bee's talented and agoraphobic mother goes missing, she searches to the far ends of the earth to try and find her. Told through e-mails, memos and articles. When Bee's talented and agoraphobic mother goes missing, she searches to the far ends of the earth to try and find her. Told through e-mails, memos and articles. Show less

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Breakfast of Champions, Or, Goodbye Blue Monday!

Breakfast of Champions, Or, Goodbye Blue Monday!

by Vonnegut, Kurt

Book - 2006

The aging writer Kilgore Trout finds, to his horror, that a Midwest car dealer is taking his fiction as truth. The aging writer Kilgore Trout finds, to his horror, that a Midwest car dealer is taking his fiction as truth. Show less

The aging writer Kilgore Trout finds, to his horror, that a Midwest car dealer is taking his fiction as truth. The aging writer Kilgore Trout finds, to his horror, that a Midwest car dealer is taking his fiction as truth. Show less

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The Martian

The Martian

A Novel

by Weir, Andy

Book - 2014

Left for dead on Mars, botanist Mark Watney has to use all his wits to survive until someone comes back to pick him up, if he doesn’t die of disco music first. Left for dead on Mars, botanist Mark Watney has to use all his wits to survive until someone comes back to pick him up, if he doesn’t die of disco music first. Show less

Left for dead on Mars, botanist Mark Watney has to use all his wits to survive until someone comes back to pick him up, if he doesn’t die of disco music first. Left for dead on Mars, botanist Mark Watney has to use all his wits to survive until someone comes back to pick him up, if he doesn’t die of disco music first. Show less

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