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An all-you-can-eat smorgasbord of laughter! Comedian Jim Gaffigan shares his culinary passions in this hilarious ode to everything edible. A New York Times bestseller with over 5,400 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

From one of the world’s most beloved writers and “New York Times” bestselling author of “One Summer,” a vivid, nostalgic,…

From a celebrated Hollywood actor and #1 New York Times bestselling author: This hilarious, must-read memoir is filled with unforgettable stories from Debbie Reynolds’s legendary career in showbiz. “Exuberant” (Kirkus Reviews).

Thoreau advocates for nonviolent protest in his classic manifesto Motivated by his disgust with the US government, Henry David Thoreau…

In this New York Times bestseller, producer and comedian Judd Apatow delivers a hilarious collection of interviews with figures like Jon Stewart, Chris Rock, and Mel Brooks. “An essential for any comedy geek” (Entertainment Weekly), with over 1,800 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

A #1 New York Times bestseller: With her trademark humor, Mindy Kaling reveals sparkling tales of her quirky misadventures in adulthood. “An empowering and entertaining read” (Publishers Weekly) with over 38,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

With nearly 9,500 five-star ratings on Goodreads: You may think you’re pretty smart, but this entertaining, enlightening read uses cutting-edge science to prove just how delusional humans can be. “Even seasoned psych lovers will learn something new” (Psychology Today).

“I can’t remember when I’ve learned as much from something I’ve read–or laughed as much while doing it.”–Jacob Weisberg, Slate…

In this “uplifting and insightful memoir” (Publishers Weekly), a New York Times bestselling author explores the value of compassion and chronicles his life-changing bond with a rescue donkey named Simon. “Heartwarming… A touching tale” (USA Today).

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Walk in the Woods shares his hilarious, witty observations on Great Britain. “An amusing guide to the UK’s foibles, as well as a tribute to its enchantment” (The New York Times Book Review).