Brian Boone with the 38th edition of Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader

The wait is over! Beloved by trivia buffs, bathroom philosophers, and casual readers everywhere, Uncle John is back with its 38th annual edition. Once again, Uncle John and his team at the Bathroom Readers’ Institute have filled an absorbing volume with witty, weird, and wonderful articles perfect for readers of all ages.

This all-new edition continues the tradition that has entertained millions: a treasure trove of fascinating stories and quirky facts from the worlds of pop culture, history, sports, science, and beyond. Longtime fans and newcomers alike will delight in the signature mix of:

• Short articles for quick trips to the throne room
• Longer reads for extended stays
• Amusing lists, odd quotes, and brain-twisting quizzes
• Unbelievable exploits of dumb crooks
• Endless odd trivia to amaze friends, stump coworkers, and outwit family members

“Every year, our goal is to make readers laugh, learn, and look at the world a little differently,” said Uncle John. With more than 15 million Bathroom Readers sold, Uncle John’s tradition of turning idle minutes into mind-expanding adventures shows no sign of slowing down. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering Uncle John for the first time, this year’s edition promises to keep your brain busy and your funny bone tickled.

  About the spokesperson: There are almost as many adventures both personal and professional in the life of Brian “Uncle John” Boone as there are fun facts in the average Bathroom Reader volume, the series to which he has been a contributor for more than two decades. Brian picked up a lot of fascinating knowledge and stories about the world around him from an early age, with a childhood spent reading voraciously, traveling, and watching lots of TV. He continued to absorb and retain interesting information when he learned how to share it in amusing ways as he studied journalism and went on to publish books of jokes, music, sports, and literature, as well as hilarious stuff for the likes of Funny or Die, Vulture, Mad, The New Yorker, The Onion, and Some ecards. He even wrote a couple of stage musicals and a wacky sci-fi novel, developed major podcasts and radio shows, and showed off his Uncle John cred as a contestant on Jeopardy! He’s authored thousands of articles in the Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader series and edited offshoot titles including Fake Facts, Germophobia, Robotica, and Beer-Vana.