{"product_id":"stand-up-comedy-seriously-im-joking-9798286008360","title":"Stand Up Comedy: Seriously, I'm Joking!","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Vahin Ji\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Comedy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eW\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ehy I Chose to Joke Instead of Cry\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLet's face it-life is ridiculous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou wake up to an alarm you snoozed five times, get dressed in clothes you bought during a fleeting moment of confidence, and walk into a job where your reward for good work is \u003ci\u003emore\u003c\/i\u003e work. If you're married, your spouse probably knows your flaws better than your passwords. If you're a parent, your toddler negotiates better than your boss. And if you watch the news... well, you're either laughing or screaming into a pillow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI chose laughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot because I'm blind to the madness, but because humor is my survival strategy. It's cheaper than therapy, safer than road rage, and far more socially acceptable than crying in public (though I've done that too-don't judge).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is stand-up comedy written down. Think of it as your backstage pass to the chaotic performance called life. I'll walk you through office absurdities, political parodies, marriage mishaps, and the fine art of parenting without totally losing your mind. It's part roast, part reflection, and fully dedicated to the idea that if we don't laugh at life, it might just laugh at us-and not in a kind way.\u003c\/p\u003eA Note of Warning (a.k.a. Friendly Disclaimer): \u003cp\u003eThis book may cause: \u003cbr\u003eSudden laughter in inappropriate places\u003cbr\u003eIntense nodding while reading\u003cbr\u003eOffense (only if you're actively looking for it)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI don't aim to offend-but I also don't aim to be boring. So if you came looking for deep philosophical insight, turn back now. But if you're here to laugh at life's absurdity, you've found your people.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrab a coffee, silence your inner critic, and let's start this comedy ride. Just remember: \u003cbr\u003eOffense is optional. Laughter is mandatory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46335575720087,"sku":"9798286008360","price":1909.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798286008360.webp?v=1768675306","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/stand-up-comedy-seriously-im-joking-9798286008360","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}