Funny Literary Jokes for Book Lovers

Looking for a laugh? Check out our collection of funny literary jokes for book lovers. From classics to contemporary fiction, we’ve got something for everyone.

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Jokes about Books

Q: What’s the best way to describe it when two novels fight? A: They take place in a literary murder!

Jokes about reading

Q: Why did the chicken go to the library?
A: To check out a book!

Q: What did the cashier say to the customer who asked for change for a dollar?
A: “I’m sorry, we don’t accept tips.”

Q: How many editors does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Only one, but first they have to re-write the entire house to make it fit.

Q: What’s an author’s favorite fruit?
A: A nectarine.

Jokes about writers

Q: How many writers does it take to screw in a lightbulb?
A: Just one, but it takes him all day to do it.

Q: What’s the difference between a book and a movie?
A: A book is a lot more work for the writer.

Q. Where do you find a writer?
A. In the dictionary, under “W”.

Jokes about bookstores

Q: How do you make a hormone?
A: You don’t make hormones, you buy them at the bookstore.

Q: Why are ghosts such bad liars?
A: Because they are easy to see through.

Q:How does a rabbi make coffee?
A: Hebrews it!

Jokes about Libraries

If you love books, reading, and spending time in libraries, then these literary jokes are for you! Libraries are amazing places full of knowledge and information. They are also a great source of entertainment and leisure. Libraries are a great place to unwind, relax, and have some fun.

Jokes about librarians

Why did the librarian cross the road?

To get to the other side of the street!

Why are librarians great at parties?

Because they know how to keep things quiet!

Why did the chicken go to the library?

To check out a book!

Jokes about borrowing books

Why did the chicken go to the library?
To check out a book!

Why did the duck go to the library?
To get a book on tape!

Why did the mosquito go to the library?
To get a blood-sucking book!

Why did the boy go to the library?
Because he was fined!

Jokes about overdue books

Why don’t pyromaniacs like to read books about libraries? because they’re always burning down!

Why did the chicken go to the library? To check out a book!

Why did the librarian get arrested? Because she was caught overdue books!

Jokes about Authors

If you’re a fan of literature, you’ll love these funny literary jokes! Jokes about authors, books, and reading can be enjoyed by everyone. Whether you’re looking for a laugh or just want to share a smile with fellow book lovers, these jokes are sure to please.

Jokes about famous authors

Why didn’t the chicken cross the road?

To get to the other side – George R.R. Martin

Why did the duck cross the road?
To get to the other side – Haruki Murakami

How many editors does it take to change a light bulb?
Only one, but first they have to convince themselves that it needs to be changed – Stephen King

Jokes about aspiring authors

Why don’t aspiring authors ever finish their books? Because they get writers’ block!

What do you call an author who doesn’t get any credit? An unacknowledged source!

Why are authors always so tired? Because they have a lot of plot twists and turns!

Why did the author cross the road? To get to the other side!

Why was the author arrest

Jokes about ghost writers

What do you call a ghost writer who doesn’t get paid enough?
A haunter writer!

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