Tongue-in-Cheek: The Funny Side of Life by Khyrunnisa A. - collection of realistic stories / Books Teacup and Reviews

Tongue-in-Cheek is a fun and delightful collection of realistic stories that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a light, cheerful book that reminds us that even the most ordinary days have a funny side if we choose to see it.

Tongue-in-Cheek

Tongue-in-Cheek: The Funny Side of Life by Khyrunnisa A.

Publication Date : July 31, 2019

Read Date : January 31, 2026

Genre : Realistic Fiction/Nonfiction

Pages : 196

Source : Kindle Unlimited

Synopsis

A fun collection of short articles that deals with everyday experiences in a humorous fashion, Tongue-in-Cheek has something for every reader. Each piece offers an entertaining inside account of the experiences and misadventures of an urban woman. These easily relatable pieces on day-to-day encounters are a quick pick-me-up to drive stress away and look at the world with a chuckle. A light and easy read, the book encourages readers to laugh along. Khyrunnisas unique take on things and her humorous observations make for a delightfully light-hearted read, which would resonate with readers.

Review

Tongue-in-Cheek is a delightful collection of realistic fiction that deals with everyday life experiences in the author’s trademark humorous style. The stories are inspired by the author’s own life and observations, and they cover a wide range of subjects such as health, food, kitchen appliances, weddings, animals, home life, shopping, and technology. This variety makes the book both entertaining and highly relatable. Every story carries a small misadventure, a dose of humor, and a gentle reflection on human nature.

I enjoyed the writing just as much as I did in the author’s previous books. Her style is filled with clever puns, playful use of words, and witty remarks that bring even the simplest situations to life. Finding humor in ordinary routines is not an easy task, but the author manages to do it effortlessly. I also loved how she brings real people from her life into the stories, especially her husband, who appears frequently and adds an extra layer of warmth and fun.

From confusing restaurant menu cards to strange new health trends, from scary dental treatments to over-the-top wedding customs, discovering a snake in the garden, dealing with irritating typos, battling ants and termites at home, facing angry autorickshaw drivers, surviving the chaos of elections, and struggling with online delivery problems, the book covers it all. It honestly feels like there is hardly any everyday situation that the author has not observed, experienced, and turned into an amusing tale.

One thing I realized while reading is that this book works best when enjoyed slowly. It feels more enjoyable when read between heavier books, one story at a time, or even by randomly picking a chapter whenever you need a quick laugh. I tried reading it in one go and found that approach a bit overwhelming. But reading it in small portions was absolutely perfect and made the humor shine much better.

Overall, Tongue-in-Cheek is a fun and delightful collection of realistic stories that will appeal to readers of all ages. Indian readers, in particular, will find many situations instantly familiar and wonderfully relatable. It is a light, cheerful book that reminds us that even the most ordinary days have a funny side if we choose to see it.