Books to Make You Laugh Out Loud

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Rita.

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Rita book that will make you laugh.

 

Okay, you probably didn’t laugh at that. But we bet you’d love to read a book that will make you smile, giggle, and maybe even startle complete strangers when you burst out laughing in public.

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By Scott Brown

On his sixteenth birthday, Will has one wish: to be taller. At not-quite five feet, he’s convinced that height is the key to happiness. Then Will starts to grow. And grow and grow and grow. Watching Will wisecrack his way through his growth spurt will definitely put a smile on your face.

My Ideal Boyfriend Is a Croissant

My Ideal Boyfriend Is a Croissant

By Laura Dockrill

Bluebelle, or BB, is told by her doctor that she’s prediabetic and needs to embrace a healthier lifestyle, which includes keeping a food diary. Told through diary entries, this book follows BB’s relationship with food, friends, and family. BB’s sass, feminism, and diabolical plots to avoid spin class will have you laughing out loud.

Freshmen

Freshmen

By Tom Ellen, Lucy Ivison

Being an awkward freshman in college might not be the funniest experience, but reading about two hapless freshmen negotiating college and independence for the first time can be. Whether you’re laughing with Luke and Phoebe or laughing at them, you’ll love this funny book with surprising depth.

A Totally Awkward Love Story

A Totally Awkward Love Story

By Tom Ellen, Lucy Ivison

Hannah and Sam meet for five minutes, fall head over heels, and then think they’ll never see each other again. But they (unexpectedly) do. You’ll definitely love this quirkily hilarious, relatably awkward love story.

Rayne & Delilah's Midnite Matinee

Rayne & Delilah's Midnite Matinee

By Jeff Zentner

Best friends Delia and Josie dread going their separate ways after high school graduation. While that doesn’t sound funny, these two have hilarious text exchanges, host a creature feature show that’s full of mishaps, and take a wacky road trip to Orlando. This is a funny story with a lot of heart.

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