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• Ford Abomination

  Barclay, Linwood

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  Linwood Barclay takes aim at Ontario politics in this satirical look at the early days of Doug Ford's premiership. Blending sharp wit with pointed social commentary, he pokes fun at the policies, controversies, and personalities that dominated the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Lessons From Lucy

  the Simple Joys of An Old, Happy Dog

  Barry, Dave

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  Drawing inspiration from his beloved dog, Lucy, Dave Barry reflects on the joys, frustrations, and absurdities of growing older. Through humorous stories and everyday mishaps, he discovers a few surprisingly wise lessons about aging and living well.

• Hyperbole and a Half

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

  Brosh, Allie

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  When well-meaning family members told me to "just get over" my depression, and "be happy," I gave them this book. (I really wanted to throw it at them, but I handed it over nicely.) If you're lucky enough to not understand depression, Allie does a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Easy Crafts for the Insane

  a Mostly Funny Memoir of Mental Illness and Making Things

  Brown, Kelly Williams

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  in this searingly honest and laugh-out-loud memoir about mental illness, growing up, and the improbable aid that got her through it all. This biography includes 52 photos and illustrations of Kelly Williams Brown's crafts, with simple guides and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Survival of the Thickest

  Essays

  Buteau, Michelle

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  The stand-up comedian, actress, and host of the "Late Night Whenever" podcast shares an unapologetic collection of essays that reflect on her Caribbean heritage, her September 11 newsroom work, and her experiences with IVF, surrogacy, and motherhood.

• What Do We Need Men For?

  a Modest Proposal

  Carroll, E. Jean

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  E. Jean Carroll embarks on a cross-country road trip, visiting towns named after women and asking one provocative question: What do we need men for? Along the way, she blends candid conversations, personal stories, and sharp observations into an…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Tall Tales and Wee Stories

  Connolly, Billy

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  This collection celebrates the wit and storytelling of Billy Connolly, bringing together many of his best-loved routines from a remarkable stand-up career. Filled with unforgettable anecdotes, sharp observations, and Connolly's signature humour, it…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• An Embarrassment of Critch's

  Immature Stories From My Grown-up Life

  Critch, Mark

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  'An Embarrassment of Critch's' is the heartfelt and hilarious story of beloved Canadian comedian Mark Critchs journey from Newfoundland to the national stage - and back home again. Critch lives in St. John's, NL. From the author of 'Son of a Critch.'

• The Eh Team

  a Celebration of Canadianisms From Elbows Up to Poutine

  Demers, Charles

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  Comedian Charlie Demers celebrates the quirks, customs, and contradictions of Canadian life in this humorous guide to what it means to be Canadian. With sharp observations and plenty of self-deprecating wit, he pokes fun at everything from our…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Nobody Cares

  Essays

  Donahue, Anne T.

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  In this candid essay collection, Anne T. Donahue reflects on work, relationships, failure, and finding her way through adulthood. With honesty, wit, and self-deprecating humour, she explores the messy realities of life in your twenties and thirties.

• I Was a Teenage Katima-victim

  a Canadian Odyssey

  Ferguson, Will

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  Canadian travel writer and humorist Will Ferguson hilariously recounts his cross-country adventures as a teenager in the Katimavik volunteer program, where idealism meets the often absurd realities of work, travel, and communal living. This memoir…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• All the Women in My Brain

  and Other Concerns

  Gilpin, Betty

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  In this witty and deeply personal essay collection, actress Betty Gilpin explores depression, Hollywood, identity, and the many versions of herself that compete for attention. Blending sharp humour with heartfelt reflection, she offers an unfiltered…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Kathy Griffin's Celebrity Run-ins

  My A-Z Index

  Griffin, Kathy

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  An A-Z compendium of the celebrities comedian and TV personality Kathy Griffin has met over the years and the anecdotes only she can tell about them.

• Fifty Things That Aren't My Fault

  Essays From the Grown-up Years

  Guisewite, Cathy

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  Cathy Guisewite reflects on the challenges of caring for aging parents, supporting grown children, and navigating life's next chapter. Filled with warmth, self-deprecating humour, and relatable moments, these essays celebrate the chaos of life in…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• My Double Life

  Sexty Yeers of Farquharson Around With Don Harn

  Harron, Don

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  Canadian entertainer Don Harron looks back on more than seven decades in show business, sharing stories from his remarkable career on stage, television, radio, and beyond. Filled with humour and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, this memoir celebrates a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• #Imomsohard

  Hensley, Kristin

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  Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley celebrate the chaos, exhaustion, and everyday triumphs of motherhood in this collection of humorous essays. With candid stories and best-friend banter, they find comedy in everything from parenting mishaps to the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Wow, No Thank You

  Essays

  Irby, Samantha

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  A new collection of humorous and edgy essays from the author of Meaty and We Are Never Meeting in Real Life that highlight the ups and downs of aging, marriage and living with step-children in small-town Michigan.

• Act Like a Lady

  Questionable Advice, Ridiculous Opinions, and Humiliating Tales From Three Undignified Women

  Knight, Keltie

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  The hosts of the LadyGang podcast share candid stories, humorous observations, and personal experiences about friendship, relationships, careers, and embracing life's imperfections. Their lighthearted essays encourage women to be themselves—flaws,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Furiously Happy

  a Funny Book About Horrible Things

  Lawson, Jenny

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  The popular blogger presents a humorous and candid memoir about her lifelong battle with severe depression and anxiety, discussing how embracing both the flawed and the beautiful parts of life have enabled her to find joy in outrageous ways.

• Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town

  Leacock, Stephen, 1869-1944

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  Canadian entertainer Don Harron looks back on more than seven decades in show business, sharing stories from his remarkable career on stage, television, radio, and beyond. Filled with humour and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, this memoir celebrates a…Read moreRead more of this annotation