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Do you know of any funny novels written in the 21st century? The novel doesn't necessarily have to be a "comedic" novel, but it must have a humorous undertone to it or moments of genuine hilarity.

Cynical, witty and satirical humour especially welcome.

>> No.16774401

Houellebecq's books always make me laugh, though they are far from being "comedic".

>> No.16774786

>>16774288
Anything by George Saunders.
http://www.openculture.com/2013/03/10_free_stories_by_george_saunders_author_of_itenth_of_decemberi_the_best_book_youll_read_this_year.html

>> No.16775457

>>16774786
>>16774401
Thank you for the recommendations

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16775907

>>16775457
Yeah, no problem.

>> No.16776748

>>16775907
If you're the guy who recommended George Saunders, let me thank you again. I just read one of his short stories (Al Roosten) and it was great, I really enjoyed it.

>> No.16776758

>>16774288
Apathy and Other Small Victories

>> No.16776775

>>16775907
Are goat babies the cutest babies on earth?
Yes.

>> No.16776938

Gotta read The Third Policeman and then At Swim-Two-Birds. (Definitely look for Heaney's "Sweeney Astray" before reading the latter.)

>> No.16776953

>>16776938
Can you not read? Did you read the first two words and reply? He said 21st century.

>> No.16776982

>>16776953
I can't

There's a good, short book called Dear Committee Members worth checking out if you are unfortunate enough to have any experience with higher education

>> No.16778169

>>16776775
Baby donkeys are quite cute, too.