Looking for an audiobook to make you laugh? Check out these top 15 best humor audiobooks today…
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Future: Twists and Turns and Lessons Learned
Michael J. Fox
In a very funny and optimistic form, Fox’s latest book gives advice to graduates on what to do when life goes off in a different direction than you’d planned. The book consists of a lot of personal stories that prove why this man is still such a popular actor and activist to this day. It is a poignant and touching audiobook; you don’t have to be a recent graduate to enjoy it because between the humor and practical advice found inside, it is one book that you’ll read again and again for its wisdom and warmth.
We’re Going to Need More Wine: Stories That Are Funny, Complicated, and True
Gabrielle Union, Author
Ms. Union is a very funny actress and activist whose collections of essays about gender, race, Hollywood, sexuality, and much more will have you laughing from cover to cover. It is a brutally honest book that also brings out some excellent points and its realistic views on these topics are one of the many reasons for the book’s success. The essays contain wisdom and will definitely make you think but most of all, they will keep you entertained the entire time that you’re reading.
What’s So Funny?: My Hilarious Life
Tim Conway
Tim Conway is an Emmy Award-winning comedian who entertains thoroughly in this very funny book. It tells of his upbringing in Ohio and how being an only child affected his life and future career. In typical fashion, he provides an honest look into his life while on The Carol Burnett Show and others. His usual unique humor will have you smiling the entire time you’re reading. Long before Conway was a household name, he was entertaining people with his wit and humor and this book will let you in on some of his funniest work.
Jon Richardson
Jon Richardson is a comedian in Great Britain and has starred in shows such as Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You, and Stand Up for the Week, among others. His standup routine on audiobook is filled with common observations that can affect your outlook on life and all of the other things that make him hilarious. If you’ve never heard of this fantastic comedian, now is the time to become familiar with him. He is definitely headed toward greatness and you’ll understand why after listening to this audiobook.
Surprisingly Down to Earth and Very Funny
Limmy
Brian Limond, aka Limmy, has his own show and shares nearly everything personal with his fans. His content is original and unique and he talks about everything from suicidal thoughts to being an alcoholic and even his sexual problems, all in a way that will make you laugh out loud. He talks a lot about mental health issues in his tweets and interviews and this audiobook gives him a chance to expand on these things so that his listeners can enjoy his funny outlooks on life.
How to Think Like a Cat
Stephanie Garnier
Cats can be funny and, according to the author of this book, they have life down to an art form. She goes into detail about 40 traits that cats have that also apply to humans and it proves most of all that we can learn a lot from our feline friends. By imitating them, we can learn to reduce stress, become more independent, and influence our world in a variety of ways. This is the ultimate book for cat lovers and even non-lovers, thanks to the many things that it can teach you about yourself.
Why Men Are Suspicious of Yoga: And Other Very, Very Funny Stories
Robert Isenberg
The author offers a funny and honest look into some of the many quirks in life, including why politicians’ choice of foods can influence their careers and the average man’s suspicions of yoga. Isenberg sees things a little differently than many of us do and the results are absolutely hysterical. You’ll find yourself saying “I never thought of it like that” quite a bit and you’ll enjoy this very unique audiobook from beginning to end. It is funny and provocative at the same time from start to finish.
I Shouldn’t Even Be Doing This: And Other Things That Strike Me as Funny
Bob Newhart
Everyone knows Bob Newhart and his unique sense of humor. Listeners will laugh out loud at his performance in this very unique audiobook. In the book, he covers a variety of topics that include flying, family holidays in a Winnebago, and golf. Each story is unique and side-splittingly funny and you’ll walk away with a whole new appreciation of this gifted comedian once the audiobook is done. Laugh along with him and rediscover why this is a man of many talents.
Old Jews Telling Jokes: 5,000 Years of Funny Bits and Not-so-Kosher Laughs
Sam Hoffman
Hoffman is a Hollywood producer and director who has a very unique sense of humor that both Jews and non-Jews alike will appreciate. The jokes included in this audiobook are a compilation of many years of riddles and well-known sayings that have been funny since they were first told and are still hilarious today. In sometimes off-color humor, the stories are hysterical and unique and will keep you laughing long after the stories cease. Recommended for anyone 18 years of age or older, this is definitely an audiobook that you will never forget.
Only the Truth Is Funny: My Family and How I Survived It
Rick Reynolds
Rick Reynolds had a bizarre childhood but decided to use it as a means to be funny. It consisted of his father’s drowning, his bank-robbing stepfather, his mother’s numerous marriages and affairs, and a lot more. Instead of wallowing in self-despair, he uses his life as the basis for a very funny, laugh-out-loud career. In this audiobook, he talks about his personal quirks and habits. His hilarious take on everything related to his life will have you looking forward to what he’ll say next.
Maz Jobrani
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be an Iranian growing up in America, this audiobook will tell you. Jobrani even tried to establish an acting career after 9/11, which proved both interesting and frustrating. This is a laugh-out-loud audiobook that you will enjoy from beginning to end because he talks about everything that many Iranians don’t want to talk about, including his career playing terrorists when his own mother wanted him to play “a nice doctor.”
Phil Rosenthal
This audiobook is written by the creator and executive producer of Everybody Loves Raymond and is essentially a memoir of how he got to where he is today. Rosenthal speaks about misadventures during his career and funny anecdotes from the show. He even goes into detail about the sitcom business and what makes it tick. It also provides some insight into the day-to-day maneuverings of this unusual business. If you’re a wannabe comedy writer or a fan of the show, this is a must for your audiobook collection.
Poems of the Nurse: An Original Collection of Funny Poetry
Dani Jacobs
If you’re interested in taking a funny and entertaining look at the medical field, this book is for you. After all, treating patients on a daily basis has to produce some hilarious and even poetic moments and this book shows you a lot of them. A funny look into one of the world’s most cherished professions, Poems of a Nurse helps you discover what doctors and nurses really feel about their patients but don’t worry. It won’t have you scared of your next medical appointment!
Mr. Funny Man
Dana Gould
Written and narrated by comedian Dana Gould, this is an audiobook of his own creations and is laugh-out-loud funny from start to finish. Written when comedians had real talent and the material was worth listening to, Mr. Funny Man is a collection of Mr. Gould’s most creative activity and it does more than make you laugh; it also makes you pay attention to a man with immeasurable talent and creativity. Reviews of Mr. Gould say that he’s brilliant, among other things, so this is one audiobook that you can look forward to hearing over and over again..
Dad Jokes: Jokes So Bad, They Are Funny
George Smith
Let’s face it; everyone loves dad jokes. They may be cringe-worthy but they have us laughing anyway. This audiobook is a collection of some of the best and worst dad jokes in history including knock-knock jokes, jokes for specific situations, question-and-answer jokes, embarrassing dad jokes, and a whole lot more. In fact, there are more than 400 dad jokes in this audiobook so if you need to remember some dad jokes for your next family gathering, it will give you plenty to pull from. It will also have you grinning from ear to ear the entire time.
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