What to read when you’re sad? 11 books that will instantly lift your spirits

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We all know very well that laughter makes our lives brighter and fuller. That’s why I recommend you a selection of books that will definitely cheer you up.

“Saga”, Tonino Benacquista.

A book that you will definitely read in one breath. The plot revolves around four screenwriters. They will work together on the cheapest show that will be on TV at four in the morning – “Saga”. It’s unclear who will watch it and why. But soon the creation of heroes becomes popular throughout France.

“Saga” fundamentally changed the lives of the main characters, the film crew and the inhabitants of the whole country. However, to find out exactly how, you will have to wait until the last series is “shown”. Then all the details of the plot will finally be revealed.

“Saga”

“Women of unyielding age,” Alexander Tsypkin.

Tsypkin himself as a character is a lyrical St. Petersburg hooligan who works as a PR man. These humorous stories you’ll want to forward to your friends to discuss and laugh together. The title of the book alone is worth it. These are short sketches from life about everything in the world – relationships between men and women, overheard situations on the street, overheard conversations in the elevator and so on.

“Women of an unyielding age.”

“Manyunya,” Narine Abgaryan.

A very colorful book, which is imbued with the aroma of spices, the beauty of the Caucasian mountains and the good-naturedness of eastern people. The plot itself tells about a red-haired little beast who lives with a formidable and omnipresent Armenian grandmother. Manyunya manages to do everything – and to find new friends, and to mischief, and to get for it from her formidable grandmother. By the way, the book has no less interesting and funny screen adaptation, I highly recommend it.

“Manyunya”

“The Prophetic Sisters,” Terry Pratchett.

In general, any book by Terry Pratchett is worthy to be on this list. But “The Prophetic Sisters” especially. This is a story about three witch sisters who have fun doing justice by punishing dishonest people. Sabbaths, sorcery and spells to sparkling humor are attached.

“The Prophetic Sisters”

“A unique copy. Stories about this and that,” Tom Hanks.

This is a collection of humorous stories from the famous actor. 17 stories, different characters, different situations and lots and lots of humor. Tom Hanks’ characters build a rocket and go to the moon in it, get stuck in one day, can not get out of Paris during the blockbuster tour. By the way, the style of “Unique Copy” appreciated even such a master as Tom Fry. And he knows a lot about humor.

“Unique Copy”

“The plumber, his cat, his wife and other details”, Slava Se.

Slava Se is a talented contemporary writer from Latvia. His stories are more like posts in social networks – short and apt. Yes, they are, in fact, publications from LiveJournal, which have been appreciated by Internet readers and noticed by publishers. This whole book is a small sketch of life. The characters are fictional, but are a reflection of the author himself, who, having a psychological education, works as a plumber, plays guitar, performs in the theater and writes books. These stories are as interesting and versatile as he is.

“A plumber, his cat, his wife and other details.”

“My Family and Other Animals,” Gerald Durrell

The autobiography of naturalist Gerald Durrell, who ironically described his life with all its quirks. The plot is based on the story of a family who lived on the Greek island of Corfu for about five years. After reading it, you are sure to fall in love with all of his ridiculous and peculiar relatives, pets, and the island’s many animals.

“My Family and Other Animals.”

“Rules for Survival in Jakarta,” Oksana Bagriy, Arina Tsimering

If you have never read “Jakarta Survival Rules,” read “Jakarta Survival Rules.” If you love watching Hollywood action movies, crime comedies and unraveling tangles of devious plans, you have found the perfect book. “Jakarta” will brighten up a few of your evenings and make you laugh at the dialog between the characters.

You will dive into the world of criminal Jakarta – church drug dealers, cartel led by the terrifying Basir and his immortal protégé, the hunt for the tablets … that is prints and lots and lots of action.

“Jakarta Survival Rules”

“Death on the Thames, Robert Thorogood.

The title of the book may not sound like a fun book to you, but trust me, there’s plenty to laugh about.

The plot of the detective is tied to a murder that shook a small quiet town near the Thames. There are some overly curious and overly free-spirited old ladies there. They decide to investigate themselves and unravel the complex chain that led to the tragic events. These grandmothers have charm, a sense of humor and their own secrets, which they will later confide to you.

“Death on the Thames”

“The Love Hypothesis,” Ali Hazelwood.

A book for those who want love. The plot of “The Hypothesis” is as simple and all the more charming as possible – this book might make you put off sleep until better times.

Graduate student Olivia herself is prone to getting into awkward situations, so the events of the novel begin with just one of the most awkward. To prove to her friend that she has a personal life, Olivia kisses the first man she sees. And he turns out to be the terror of the entire faculty – Adam Carlsen. From that moment on in Olivia’s life there is a chain of events that will lead her either to great love or to the biggest mistake. Or maybe both.

But the important thing is that you will laugh throughout the book, blush with and for Olivia – overall, have a great time. “Hypothesis” is guaranteed to make your day (and even more than one) that much better.

“The Love Hypothesis.”

“12 Chairs,” by Ilya Ilf and Yevgeny Petrov.

One of the most famous novels about the great combinator Ostap Bender. The book is full of sparkling humor, curiosities and very typical characters. Ostap Bender himself has already become synonymous with a charming swindler who gets away with everything. And his apt phrases have become quotations. After reading this book, you will be able to get out of any ambiguous situation with brilliance. By the way, the language and plot of the work entice so that you will not notice how regretfully you will turn the last page.

“12 Chairs”