12 Unhinged Books That Are More Relatable & Hilarious Than Your Group Chat

Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy

Following the massive success of her I'm Glad My Mom Died memoir, McCurdy’s debut fiction novel is a sharp, funny, and "thrilling" look at intimacy, consumerism, and the internet. It has that same raw, witty energy that fans of Lindy West or Samantha Irby will likely devour.

Adult Braces: Driving Myself Sane by Lindy West

Haven't discovered Lindy West yet? You're missing out! Best known for her memoir Shrill, Adult Braces takes readers along as West tries to find herself amid the insanity of adulthood, one step at a time.

American Fantasy by Emma Straub

Straub is a master of the "incisive but laugh-out-loud" genre. This story follows an adult navigating what happens when a teenage fantasy actually comes true, touching on fame and marriage with her signature warmth.

Famesick by Lena Dunham

For fans of Amy Poehler'sYes Please! or Adult Braces, Dunham’s new collection of essays is expected to be a "thorny and funny" reflection on fame, health, and creative ambition.

Yes Please! by Amy Poehler

If you love the Good Hang With Amy Poehler podcast (one of our faves!), you'll love the SNL alum even more in her memoirYes Please! It is essentially the bible for comedy enthusiasts who want to learn about the world of improv, SNL, and Parks and Recreation. What more could you ask for from a book?

We Are Never Meeting in Real Life by Samantha Irby

Samantha Irby’s essay collections never disappoint. They’re messy, relatable, brutally honest, and laugh-out-loud funny—and this one easily ranks among her best. Blending self-deprecation with razor-sharp observations about adulthood, relationships, anxiety, and chronic illness, she turns even the most mundane struggles into comedy gold. Chaotic yet tender, it’s the kind of book you’ll devour in one sitting—and immediately start passing around to friends.

The Midnight Show by Lee Kelly & Jennifer Thorne

If Saturday Night Live launched a generation of comedy legends, this novel imagines what it takes to make it there. Set in the 1980s, it follows a female comedian navigating the cutthroat New York comedy scene with grit, ambition, and sharp wit.

The Book of George by Kate Greathead

Next, we have a slice-of-life novel by Kate Greathead about a man named George who just can't seem to find an ounce of success in his existence, no matter how much he strives. If you want a relatable page-turner filled with funny and heartfelt moments, look no further.

Friends of Dorothy by Sandi Toksvig

Here's a novel filled with hilarious one-liners and a genuinely funny premise. Written by Sandi Toksvig, it centers on a female couple, Amber and Stevie, who are just trying to navigate moving in together after getting hitched. They just bought a new place, and everything seems perfect at first. But there's only one problem. The previous homeowner, Dorothy, will not leave the house! How will they navigate living with this stranger? Better yet, how will they get her out of their home?

The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez

If you haven't read Abby Jimenez yet, you're in for a treat. Jimenez is known for writing rom-coms that are somehow as hilarious as they are romantic. It's a nearly impossible feat, but she pulls it off in a way we haven't seen since Nora Ephron. The novel explores a love triangle about a woman who happens to be in love with her boyfriend's best friend… awkward!!

99 Ways to Die: And How to Avoid Them by Dr. Ashely Alker

Here's a laugh-out-loud medical guide on how to escape death, written by emergency medicine doctor Dr. Ashely Alker. It's one of the most unusual books you'll ever get your hands on, and you'll find yourself chuckling all the way through.

Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live by Susan Morrison

We all want to know the lore of the man behind the curtain of the long-running comedy show. Written by Susan Morrison and filled with entertaining stories, you'll feel like you're going along on a wild adventure with the man who invented Saturday Night Live.