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So Bad It’s Good: The Art of the Terrible Joke isn’t just a collection of jokes—it’s a masterclass in the fine, underrated art of humorously bad comedy.
A hilarious guide to terrible jokes featuring how to write your own, the history of jokes and more
So Bad It’s Good: The Art of the Terrible Joke isn’t just a collection of jokes—it’s a masterclass in the fine, underrated art of humourously bad comedy.
Packed with timeless dad jokes and fresh, laugh-out-loud material, this book has jokes for every occasion. Scattered among its treasure trove of jokes are fascinating subject spreads and features that explore the science and culture of comedy.
Why do these so-bad-they’re-good jokes work? What’s with the dad-joke phenomenon? And how can you write your own groaners that actually land? With sections spanning cheesy puns, funny fish jokes, and silly shaggy dog stories, there’s something for everyone here. Plus, spreads featuring hilarious insights into the world of joke-telling ensure this book is more than just your average joke book.
For dads, aspiring stand-up kings, and anyone looking to steal the room with an expertly delivered joke, this side-splitting guide delivers laughs on every page.
Subject Spreads:
· Cheese jokes.
· Fish jokes.
· History jokes.
· Animal jokes.
Feature Spreads:
· Jokes throughout history.
· Why jokes work.
· Why are rubbish jokes so good?
· How to write your own rubbish jokes.
· How to deliver a joke non-rubbishly.
· Why do Christmas crackers have jokes in?
· The dad/joke connection.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780008785635
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 21 May 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Pavilion
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 135.0mm
Height: 204.0mm
Weight: 260g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Mike Rampton is the author of So Bad It's Good (Pavilion, 2026) and There's No Such Thing As A Silly Question (Nosy Crow, 2024), as well as several exciting books coming soon that he hasn't quite finished yet. He also writes for various newspapers and magazines, usually about loud music or how tired he is. Mike lives in Cambridge and has been bitten by a striking number of animals.
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