Greetings, fellow book lovers! Around here, we like to celebrate Christmas a little differently. While chocolate is always a delightful treat, when it comes to literature, our true indulgence is knowledge. And what better way to savor that than with The McSweeney’s Advent Calendar? This is no ordinary holiday countdown—it’s a literary treasure trove of the finest holiday humor from McSweeney’s Internet Tendency.
Prepare to be dazzled by a collection of twenty-four mini-books, each one a sparkling gem of wit and creativity, beautifully illustrated by the acclaimed artist Sophy Hollington. Inside this festive wonder cabinet, you’ll uncover hilarious and offbeat titles like Sun Tzu: The Art of the War on Christmas, This Woman in Labor Is Going to Love My Drumming, and Ayn Rand Writes Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. But that’s not all! The calendar is bursting with comics, poetry, short stories, art, letters, lists, and a whole host of surprises waiting to be revealed, offering joy and laughter throughout the holiday season.
The McSweeney’s Advent Calendar is unlike anything they’ve concocted before and is practically guaranteed to become your new favorite way to count down the days of December—or really, any random twenty-four-day stretch in dire need of daily chuckles and a little spark of holiday spirit. It’s like a laugh-a-day vitamin but with way more literary flair!
You’re going to need a seriously big stocking for this one! You might even want to consider a whole pair of pants to hold it all!
The McSweeney’s Advent Calendar will be released in the fall of 2024, shipping to readers in time for full December enjoyment and holiday gift-giving. So, if you’re looking for a holiday tradition that combines humor with the joy of discovery, look no further. This advent calendar isn’t just filled with holiday cheer—it’s brimming with literary brilliance, sure to make your season all the merrier!
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