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I found this funny

I found this funny

My Favorite Pieces of Humor and Some That May Not Be Funny at All
EssaysHumor
Pages
480
Published
2010
Language
English

Synopsis

Judd Apatow presents a collection of diverse writings, including short stories, poetry, essays, humor pieces, journalism, memoir, cartoons, sketches, and even television pilots. While most selections are chosen for their humor, Apatow also includes pieces that hold personal significance to him. This anthology offers a broad look at different forms of writing, curated by a well-known figure in comedy.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

FunnyLightheartedInformative

Genres

Essays Humor Short Stories

Authors

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Judd Apatow

Judd Apatow, a major voice in modern comedy, is known for his work directing and producing hit films and TV shows. In his book, "I Found This Funny," he shares conversations with comedians, exploring the craft of humor. He brings his unique perspective from behind the camera to the written page.

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Michael Chabon

Michael Chabon is an American author. Chabon's first novel, The Mysteries of Pittsburgh (1988), was published when he was 25. He followed it with a second novel, Wonder Boys (1995), and two short-story collections. In 2000, Chabon published The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, a novel that John Leonard, in a 2007 review of a later novel, called Chabon's magnum opus. It received the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2001. His novel The Yiddish Policemen's Union, an alternate history...

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Judd ApatowProtagonist
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