This Week in Humor — Week of June 22, 2026

Humor Book of the Week

You've Got Hate Mail by Pippa Grant

Published: June 16, 2026

In its debut week, You've Got Hate Mail has made a striking entrance with 1,216 ratings, representing a remarkable growth of 43% since last week. This increase marks a significant uptick from its initial 852 ratings. The trajectory is particularly impressive for a new release, showcasing strong initial interest and engagement from readers.

When comparing its performance to other new humor titles this week, You've Got Hate Mail outpaces fellow debuts, such as Off the Record, which gathered 1,106 ratings, despite also being a new release. This demonstrates that the unique premise and relatable theme of embarrassment and infamy in the digital age have struck a chord with readers looking for humor and escapism.

This surge in interest could derive from social media buzz or word-of-mouth recommendations, all highlighting the comedic potential of the protagonist’s misadventures that resonate with prevalent themes of online vulnerability and romantic misfortune.

Stats: 852 → 1,216 (+364)

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Off the Record by Sara Goodman Confino

Published: June 9, 2026

This book debuts with 1,106 ratings, supporting its position as a strong contender in this week's Humor rankings. Adding 225 ratings in its first week marks a solid growth rate, reflecting readers’ interest in this light historical comedy that mixes espionage and romance.

Stats: 881 → 1,106 (+225)

Slasher Summer by E.L. Chen

Published: June 23, 2026

A unique blend of horror and humor, this title has garnered 367 ratings in its opening weeks. With a growth of 26%, Slasher Summer is tapping into the nostalgia for 1980s slasher films while exploring the interplay between friendship and survival in a comedic context.

Stats: 291 → 367 (+76)

Safari Murder Party by Rachel Moore

Published: May 19, 2026

In its second week, Safari Murder Party has seen 854 ratings, reflecting a 7.2% growth. This title's darkly comedic premise is becoming increasingly popular and highlights the humorous twist on corporate rivalry in a survival context.

Stats: 797 → 854 (+57)

No Dumb Questions: And All of Our Dumbest Answers by Jason Kelce, Travis Kelce

Published: June 2, 2026

This humor-centric nonfiction book is generating steady interest, adding 21 ratings to reach a total of 252. The Kelce brothers’ unique approach to tackling fan questions may resonate especially well with sports enthusiasts, creating a niche appeal.

Stats: 231 → 252 (+21)

Humor Genre Pulse

This week, the Humor genre showcased robust momentum, with a net increase of 743 ratings, rising from 3,052 to 3,795 overall. This growth highlights a vibrant interest in humor as a counterbalance to contemporary themes of life and society. The high number of debuts this week—including all five featured titles—illustrates fresh material engaging readers and elevating the genre's appeal.

Pick of the Week goes to You've Got Hate Mail. Its rapid climb to 1,216 ratings within days is a dazzling feat for a fresh title, signifying that the comedic elements it explores are resonating profoundly with readers, topping the charts in a crowded release week.