So Bad It’s Good: The Art of the Terrible Joke
So Bad It’s Good: The Art of the Terrible Joke isn’t just a collection of jokes—it’s a masterclass in the fine, underrated art of humorously bad comedy.
Film, television, radio genres: Comedy and humour
This Way Up: When Maps Go Wrong (and Why it Matters)
The debut book from the YouTube sensation and all-round cartographical nerds, The Map Men!
Willie, Willie, Harry, Stee: An Epically Short History of Our Kings and Queens
The first non-fiction book from the comedy legend – an irresistible, family-friendly deep dive into the murky lives of the British monarchy
Peter Kay’s Diary: The Monthly Memoir of a Boy from Bolton
Peter Kay returns with his most entertaining autobiography yet!
The Collector’s Edition: The first hardback print run will feature an exclusive foiled board design. Order now to avoid missing out!
T.V.: Big Adventures on the Small Screen
THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
*The long-awaited return of the comedy national treasure*
Rebel Rising
From the scene-stealing star of Pitch Perfect and Bridesmaids comes a refreshingly candid, hilarious and inspiring book about an unconventional journey to Hollywood success and self-celebration.
So Fetch: The Making of Mean Girls (And Why We’re Still So Obsessed With It)
People Best New Book
The inside story of the making of Mean Girls – and our enduring 20-year obsession with it
I'll Be There For You: The ultimate book for Friends fans everywhere
’A must-read for all Friends fans.’ Grazia
‘Funny, enlightening and incredibly well-researched’ Emerald Street
What is it about Friends that makes such comforting viewing?
Monty Python Speaks! Revised and Updated Edition: The Complete Oral History
The complete oral history of Monty Python – one of comedy’s most legendary and influential troupes – publishing to coincide with the 50th anniversary of their BBC debut.
With a foreword by John Oliver from Last Week Tonight
The Life of Python: Third edition
Monty Python rides again. Those malicious rumours that they were washed up, pooped out, time expired (usually started by them) simply aren’t true.
Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa: Script (and Scrapped)
The official script for the box-office smash movie, featuring every ruddy word (and stage direction) of Alan’s seamless transformation from natural-born broadcaster into fully fledged and occasionally fully dressed hostage negotiator. Contains deleted scenes and an exclusive Foreword by Steve Coogan.
Happy Accidents
Best-known for her role in Glee, this is the hilarious and inspiring story of how Jane Lynch changed from a real-life Sue Sylvester to the happy and fulfilled actress she is today.