Humor books are like little worlds of fun, where laughter is the main character. Each page holds a delightful surprise to make you laugh and bring a constant supply of humor with every turn. What makes them special is their ability to provide the readers a much-needed escape from the stresses of everyday life. These books aren’t serious or boring; you open them and there is a comedy party happening right in your hands. Now that sounds enticing, I know right!

We have a whole bunch of awesome Indian writers who have their own way of making us laugh. They add some special Indian flavor to spice them up. So, when we read their books, it’s not just about hilarious stories; it’s more like going on a fun tour across the funny side of India.

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If you are in the mood for some laughter, there are plenty of humorous books by Indian authors that might tickle your funny bone. In this article, we delve into the fun world of humor books penned by Indian writers. 

“Tongue In Cheek: The Funny Side of Life” by Khyrunnisa A. 

Tongue in Cheek is a fun collection of short stories written by Khyrunnisa A. It is a book with lots of funny stories about regular life and everyday stuff we all go through. The stories talk about the funny adventures and experiences of an urban women and how she navigates through them all. These stories are so easy to relate to which makes it a great read for everyone. Khyrunnisa’s funny way of looking at things makes the stories really enjoyable. So, if you are looking for a mood lift, this book is like a bunch of jokes that everyone can enjoy.

Tongue in Cheek is a rib-tickling ride—and everyone’s invited! Within these pages, Khyrunnisa A. gamely experiments with organic trash-based skin care, battles her way to a wedding feast, firmly deals with a contemptuous visitor to her home and flavors her potato curry with rather dubious ingredients.

Every paragraph crackle with laughter, and page after page is fun. A guaranteed pick-me-up that has something for every reader.

“The Unproposed Guy” by Suhana Bhambhani and Bhavik Sarkhedi

In this book, the authors take us through a funny and relatable journey about a guy named Kevin dealing with everyday stuff like love, friends, and trying to figure out life. The story is full of Kevin’s funny and awkward moments, memories, and his journey to understanding life. Kevin’s unique personality adds a good mix of laugh and thinking. Kevin’s relatable journey, supported by friends and family, adds depth to the novel and all the interesting stuffs will keep you hooked until the end.

There has been no significant change in the life of Kevin-a monotonous routine, ordinary family, and miserably failing relationships-until he finds out he is going through something abnormal: ‘Existential Crisis’.

He has always been a marvelous entertainer, but has a mysterious way of putting off girls. The talent in him is growing creatively, and abundantly, but his inability to impress a girl keeps pulling him down slowly. He realizes he can be any guy’s best friend, but he also seems to be every girl’s worst nightmare.

Hop onto the rollercoaster journey of Kevin’s life, as he navigates through mocking friends & family, emotions he’s never experienced before, and a sudden desire to take up a career in stand-up comedy and rapping.

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“Lights! Wedding! Ludhiana!” by Jas Kohli

What happens when a guy who is super eco-friendly and really cares about environment ends up making more pollution that makes things worse? The book follows the struggles of its protagonist named Kushal Raheja and his efforts to keep things simple, which makes him a bit out of place in Ludhiana, where people spend extravagantly and lavishly. On the other hand, his wife Reeti is all about enjoying each day without worrying too much about the future. The family drama is filled with humor and clever remarks in almost every sentence. 

All hell breaks loose when a hardcore environmentalist ends up increasing his carbon footprint in a way least expected. A new day dawns in Ludhiana, a city of big cars and even bigger show-offs. The Rahejas are different—well, at least one half of the Rahejas. Reeti Raheja is the free-spending stunner, while Kushal, her industrialist husband, is a fanatical environmentalist and a misfit in Ludhiana. 

In his third novel, medico-cum-author Dr Jas Kohli, takes humor and satire to another level with his depiction of a quirky family in a small but famous town.

“A Spoonful of Curds” by Bharati Jagannathan

‘A Spoonful of Curds’ is a collection of short stories that focus on Tamilians, both in India and abroad. It is a fun book about families, the bonds we share with our loved ones, and the tough situations we go through in life. The author also talks about important stuff like social issues in a smooth and different way. The book is filled with family humor and warmth and makes a great read if you are looking to explore various aspects of Tamilian life. 

Written with plenty of heart and a touch of humor, A Spoonful of Curds brings together a dozen short stories that unfold around Tamilians – both in India and abroad. From negotiating an arranged marriage and surviving the politics of the domestic realm, to love blossoming for the first time between newlyweds and empowering journeys of self-discovery – these stories bring out the curious, sometimes eccentric, singular world of their loveable characters. Accessible yet evocative, this is perhaps the closest we can get to a new R.K. Narayan – stories set in the recent past, told for the present and sure to be cherished in the future.

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“#BeingHR…Being Human Resource: Fun Side of Work Life” by Rahul Jain

#BeingHR is a fun book written by Rahul Jain, a well-known HR leader, certified coach, and social media influencer. This book is full of colorful cartoons by Rahul Jain and is all about work life and corporate humor. The cartoons cover everything from getting a job to leaving a company, all in a funny way. This book is for anyone who enjoys humor and creativity, especially those who are in the same industry. It makes a great read for students who are thinking about making a career in companies. Rahul not only shares funny cartoons but also some wise thoughts. 

Unique book of hand-drawn creative colorful cartoons on work life and corporate satire “#Being HR … Humor Resource” by Rahul Jain, renowned HR leader, certified coach and social media influencer known for his Twitter handle @BeingHR was launched in September 2021.

The book is an Indian answer and comparable to cartoons of Dilbert which is a global series and fun to read.

“The Wedding Photographer” by Sakshama Puri Dhaliwal

On a super long flight, journalist and photographer Risha gets a surprise upgrade to business class and ends up sitting to a handsome guy named Arjun. What makes it even cooler is that Risha is on her next job to photograph Arjun’s sister’s wedding. The book has lively characters and a sweet romance that makes you laugh out loud. Arjun’s and Risha’s funny and sarcastic characters make it an enjoyable read. 

On a seventeen-hour-long flight, a chance upgrade to business class lands journalist Risha Kohli next to handsome real estate hotshot Arjun Khanna. What’s more? Risha has been moonlighting as a photographer and her next assignment is Arjun’s sister’s wedding: the most anticipated social event of the year!

But Arjun doesn’t trust journalists and suspects this smart, sexy and incredibly spunky girl of using their mutual attraction as a ploy to invade his privacy for a newspaper scoop. And Risha, unaware of Arjun’s personal demons, is worried that this dishy tycoon’s unnerving behavior will jeopardize her biggest photography gig so far.

What follows is a rollercoaster of snarky quips, sizzling chemistry and simmering drama amidst a Big Fat Punjabi Wedding.

“The Inscrutable Americans” by Anurag Mathur

‘The inscrutable Americans’ is a funny story about Gopal, a student who spends a year at an American University. The story revolves around Gopal’s funny experiences with the American language, the famous hamburger, and American women. Despite facing numerous challenges and struggles such as racism, the book talks about how he cleverly deals with them all. The humor is weaved perfectly in Gopal’s attempts to fit in while staying connected to his Indian values. It is a fun and easy read and perfect for those who enjoy comedy. 

Gopal, a naïve Indian exchange student, goes to America to study chemical engineering. With his absurd notions of the country, Gopal encounters the travails of shopping in departmental stores, the hazards of bar-hopping and of learning the difference between friendship and love the hard way. 

A witty and hilarious novel that describes the inevitable clash of cultures faced by the starry-eyed Gopal, and the misunderstandings that arise from it. The Inscrutable Americans captures Gopal’s comic discovery of nineties America.

“Mrs. Funnybones” by Twinkle Khanna

Twinkle Khanna’s Mrs. Funnybones is like a huge dose of humor and happiness that makes you laugh throughout the book. The book talks about Twinkle’s daily life, and her relationship with her family members. She also writes about work, and different topics and gives lots of different opinions. She talks about everyday things like baby troubles and keeping the in-laws happy during festivals. All about the regular stuff that we common people can relate to. At the start of each chapter, she gives clever advices to women. So, if you are looking for a fun and breezy read, it can be a great book for you.

Almost everyone has a similar family story in India and this is what Mrs. Funnybones or rather Twinkle Khanna pokes fun at. The husband who’s the man of the house, the crazy mothers in law, friends and of course the constant jibes at her weight make it an intriguing read. Everything comes together to leave the reader cackling away in laughter.

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These books throw light on everyday struggles and quirky misadventures of Indians and provide a regular dose of laughter and fun. Indian humor writers have a special way of turning ordinary things into hilarious tales we can all relate to. No matter where we come from,  these books bring us together by making us laugh.

Happy reading!