Fiction - Satire

THE GREAT EXPERIMENT It might be better if Jerry Benham wrote his own memoir, for no matter how veracious, this history must be more or less colored by the point of view of one irrevocably committed to an ideal, a point of view which...

Didier Rain is broke, lovesick, and just off a three-day whiskey binge. And yet, The Church of the Restructured Truth has been told in a vision that he's the man to fulfill their Holy Prophecy. He must deliver Virtue - a blue-eyed infant -...

LOST: the time travel romance that fascinated the world. Millions of readers so passionate about the vibrant charmers, they formed clubs to discuss their lives and loves, named their children for them, and vacationed in regions where the fictional 'most perfect man in the...

In a universe of opportunities, Captain Frankie and the crew of the Atalanta Empress are coming up empty. They've lost their jobs, crash-landed, and possibly unleashed an invasive rodent species onto the land.Now what was once a courier ship delivering tea towels must fight...

In a throwback to the literary era of Mike Hammer and Shell Scott, Denver private investigator Bryson Wilde lives in an edgy 1952 world where the women are dangerous, cigarettes dangle from ruby-red lips, and the nights are hotter than whiskey-soaked jazz. So when...

Poor George has just about had it with the publishing world, lunches, infidelities and a lifetime of a right bunch of comedian wannabes whose utter tosh (think sports biogs by 'celebrities') he's practically (OMG, 'practically' is as bad as 'literally'' and 'like'... and 'totally')...

"Take from the rich and shop for the poor"A Bonnie and Clyde for the Trump era, Josie and Novik embark on the ultimate roadtrip. In a near-future re-sculpted politically and geographically by climate change, they blaze a trail across the shopping malls of America...

A scotch-swilling DUI attorney, a cynical congressional staffer, and a retired bomb-sniffing German Shepherd are just some of the characters Chuck Wesson meets after he takes a travel assignment from his new boss, mysterious Silicon Valley entrepreneur Axel DeWilde. Chuck has been sent on...

1994 American Book Award WinnerIncorporating America's obsessive fascination with the 'mafia, ' sex, and violence, Benedetta in Guysterland tells the story of America's relationship with Italy and debunks the traditional stereotype of the Italian/American gangster. The result is a satire rich in social and...

The Rivet in Grandfather's Neck (1921) is a comic romance novel by James Branch Cabell. Set in a world where history and fantasy collide, where the laws of chivalry and honor continue to hold sway in postbellum South, The Rivet in Grandfather's Neck is...

On the night of 'The March', The Teacher will find himself, in the most profound and liberating test of his ideals. Part philosophical and politcal satire, and part gut wrenching horror, The Anarchist, proving once again that C.SeanMcGee is to be found neither on...

She that fights monsters might take care lest she become a monster - Friedrich NietzscheThis is a story about Christine and the day she grew a penis.Author: C. Sean McGeeISBN-10: 1484052986ISBN-13: 9781484052983Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/04/2013Pages: 38Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.14lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w...

"Laura Middleton - Her Brother and Her Lover" is an anonymously-authored Victoria erotic novel first published in the late nineteenth century. It is the tale of one man's sexual exploits involving his girlfriend and her younger brother, both individually and, later, all together. Shocking...

A clerical error forces Orrin to run for mayor. A journey of self-discovery capped off by a bad batch of moonshine transforms Rabelais into a cult leader. Meanwhile, John wants nothing more than to be left alone, but is caught between the burgeoning movements...

Step into the early 20th century England of Compton Mackenzie's "The Vanity Girl," a brilliant work of social satire. This humorous novel explores the intricate dynamics of class conflict with a sharp wit and keen eye for societal absurdities. Mackenzie's enduring commentary on social...

Step into the delightfully chaotic domestic life of the Bindles! In "Mrs. Bindle: Some Incidents from the Domestic Life of the Bindles," Herbert Jenkins presents a humorous and satirical look at family and English society through the experiences of Joseph Bindle. This classic work...

Experience the uproarious adventures and sharp wit of Frederick Marryat in "The Pacha of Many Tales," a classic of 19th-century literature. This historical fiction, brimming with humor and satire, takes readers on a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. Marryat's masterful storytelling and...

A hilarious and insightful journey across Europe awaits in Mark Twain's "Goldsmith's Friend Abroad Again." This satirical travelogue, penned by the master of American humor, offers a unique and often irreverent perspective on the cultural landscape. With Twain's signature wit, the book playfully examines...

Alphonse Daudet's "The Nabob" offers a vibrant and satirical glimpse into Parisian society. This classic of French literature presents a keen social commentary on the manners and customs of the time. Set against the backdrop of Paris, the novel explores the complexities of city...

Dive into the brilliantly satirical world of Robert Smythe Hichens's "The Green Carnation," a literary gem that offers a fascinating glimpse into fin-de-siècle aestheticism. This meticulously prepared edition revives a classic of gay literature, notable for its Wildean wit and sharp social commentary. A...

Rediscover the delightful wit and timeless social commentary of J. D. Beresford's "The Jervaise Comedy," a classic of British literature. This meticulously prepared edition brings back into print a sparkling example of literary fiction, brimming with humor and sharp satire. A masterful work of...

Venture into the uproarious world of "The Idiot," a collection of satirical short stories by John Kendrick Bangs centered around the quirky inhabitants of a peculiar boardinghouse. Bangs's comedic genius shines in this timeless exploration of human nature, as seen through the lens of...

"The Cords of Vanity: A Comedy of Shirking" by James Branch Cabell and Willson Follett offers a sharp and witty satire on the complexities of marriage and societal expectations. This rediscovered gem of literary fiction employs a brilliant comedy of manners to dissect the...

John Kendrick Bangs's "Paste Jewels" offers a sparkling collection of short stories steeped in American humor and social satire. This volume delves into the heart of domestic fiction with a distinctly satirical eye, examining the everyday lives and societal quirks of its time. Bangs,...

This witty and incisive collection of satirical portraits imagines conversations between a wide range of political figures, from Napoleon to Karl Marx. Filled with memorable characters and sparkling dialogue, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in political satire and wit.This work has...

Originally published in 1889, this satirical novel is set during a period of heightened tensions between the US and Britain and imagines a conspiracy to start a war for profit. The protagonist, Mr. Van Dusen, foils the plot with the help of a group...

This novel follows the exploits of a group of small-town Georgia residents who launch an ambitious plan to secede from the United States and establish their own independent country. As the community wrestles with questions of sovereignty, identity, and power, they must also confront...

The most mysterious disappearance of the 20th century is solved as New York Supreme Court Justice Joseph Crater goes undercover for the FBI in this hilarious satire set in mid-century America, with an eccentric cast of characters including Amelia Earhart, J. Edgar Hoover, Orson...

What's the connection between a hooker from New Orleans, a high-fashion model in New York, and dirt farmers in the Ozarks? Each of these women knows more than she is saying, does more than she reveals, and sees further than we know. Their stories...

Author: Percival EverettISBN-10: 0593686861ISBN-13: 9780593686867Publisher: VintageLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/21/2026Pages: 320Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.19w x 0.63dAward: Man Booker Prize - FinalistAward: Pulitzer Prize - Winner

Author: Megan Ink,Iliana StamenovaISBN-13: 9798242392991Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/03/2026Pages: 42Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.09d

The wife of a popular and powerful megachurch pastor upends her charmed "rags-to-Rolex" life when her secretive past comes roaring into the spotlight--in this much-anticipated debut novel from Deesha Philyaw, author of the award-winning hit short story collection The Secret Lives of Church Ladies.From...

A Novel of Destiny and DelusionEx-Marine Matthew Obrodnick lives with two roommates in an apartment near campus in Oxford, Ohio. One is gentle and philosophical, the other aspires to be King of Peru. One is real, the other a figment of Matt's imagination.The arrangement...

James E. Anderson's Space Kangaroos & Eco-Disasters? is a collection of cartoon strips, editorial and other cartoons and mostly humorous editorial illustration. Much of the artwork was produced in the 1970s while Anderson worked as the staff artist at the Colorado Daily, a feisty...

Experience timeless classics like never before in this Grand Type Collector's EditionWith clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original.Large Print Features: 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability...

In the New York of the near future, society is controlled by the tools of selective law enforcement, managed through the city's information hub. When the Hub's operations are compromised by the sudden appearance of the rampaging and apparently supernatural Storm King, former investigator...

A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice - Named a Best Book of the Year by The New Yorker and Library Journal - Jezebel's May Book Club Pick "Inventive . . . astute . . . sharp and unexpected . . . Haunting...

Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels" is a satirical adventure that takes readers on an extraordinary journey through fantastical lands and bizarre societies. Follow Lemuel Gulliver, a disillusioned surgeon turned traveler, as he encounters the miniature Lilliputians, the colossal Brobdingnagians, the enigmatic flying island of Laputa,...

Author: Sonora JhaISBN-10: 0063440857ISBN-13: 9780063440852Publisher: HarperviaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/16/2026Pages: 304Format: Paperback

"I loved the first one. This is even better." --Pamela Wallace, Oscar-winning screenwriter & novelistA lover in a kilt. An assassination plot. A rabbi with apparent romantic intent. Lying to family while hoping that Dad stays alive. Hiding out in an abandoned mine in...

Mark and Jane have it all: high-profile jobs, perfect bodies, a property in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, and popular friends.But beneath this shiny veneer, they're grappling with society's misunderstanding of their true identities. Mark, a hotshot civil rights lawyer, feels overshadowed by Jane's close friend....

In the second installment of his City Attorney's Office series Christopher J. Stockwell takes you through another satirical jaunt through the criminal justice of Seattle.Through antihero Ben, you will get a look behind the curtain of a busy prosecutor's office the way only a...

Hairiette Wolf is the daughter of Harry and Virginia Wolf and inherited the talents (both olfactory and mental) of her parents. After the pigs murdered her father, Hairiette, took over the operation of his business, the Harry Wolf Detective Agency. Under her management, the...

Welcome to the fantasy of your innermost desires. I'm the one you've been waiting for all along. It doesn't matter who you are or what the world has done to you. Because I've been on the beach anticipating your arrival. I'm the sexiest person...

As the night started to pass in a blur we were in and out of the club, meeting new people and dancing. While we were outside chatting with a group of guys from Boston I saw him and his friends walk by. Even though...

Rex and Jane are back for another laugh-out-loud adventure in this follow-up to The Mouse Who Refused to Hustle. Rex the mouse thrives on giving advice and Jane has a penchant for self-improvement. Together they make the perfect pair. But perfection takes work.Jane would...

In this laugh-out-loud satire about the current obsession with productivity, Jane, an ordinary thirty-something office worker, has her life turned upside down after an unusual encounter with a pesky but persistent mouse.The pharmaceutical company where Jane works encourages everyone to sprint through the marathon...

Each of the stories included within this collection were previously published in various anthologies. They cover a wide range of B-movie-esque sorts ranging from ridiculous and funny to disgusting and raunchy. Yet, each captures a piece of what B-movies bring to the big and...

Rex and Jane are back again for another laugh-out-loud adventure in this second follow-up to The Mouse Who Refused to Hustle. Every relationship has its rough patches. Even if it's a relationship with a roommate and that roommate is a mouse.Jane and Rex have...

For years, independent thinkers across the flat disc have toiled in the shadows, braving scorn and ridicule, to expose a global conspiracy hiding in plain sight.Now, for the first time, their discoveries have been brought together into one concise volume to deliver the final...