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Tchotchkes and their Fucked-Up Thoughts
The Messed-Up Minds of Your Trinkets and Treasures
Part of Fucked-Up Thoughts
Published by The Collective Book Studio
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
Are your trinkets talking... about you? Probably.
If you’ve ever suspected that your knicknacks are gossiping, sharing secrets, or quietly judging your life choices, well, they are. Prepare to laugh as you dive into Tchotchkes and their F*cked-Up Thoughts—a darkly hilarious look at what your beloved collectibles really think.
Whether you’re a serious collector of porcelain cats or your coworker’s desk is bursting with curios, this comedic gift book will give you a fresh perspective on your beloved trinkets. With over 50 different tchotchkes, illustrations, quips, and grudges, you’ll be reminded that just because they look nice, doesn’t mean they are.
This hilarious gift book includes:
• Bric-a-Brac—A little something for everyone who loves a blend of dark humor, sarcasm, and a pinch of the absurd.
• Thingamajigs—This book is richly illustrated with fun drawings that help illuminate each trinket’s deep inner thoughts.
• Baubles—From the kitschy rubber chicken to your vintage lava lamp, you’ll hear from classic knicknacks across the globe.
Tchotchkes and Their F*cked Up Thoughts, will have you seeing (and hearing) your trinkets in a totally new light.
If you’ve ever suspected that your knicknacks are gossiping, sharing secrets, or quietly judging your life choices, well, they are. Prepare to laugh as you dive into Tchotchkes and their F*cked-Up Thoughts—a darkly hilarious look at what your beloved collectibles really think.
Whether you’re a serious collector of porcelain cats or your coworker’s desk is bursting with curios, this comedic gift book will give you a fresh perspective on your beloved trinkets. With over 50 different tchotchkes, illustrations, quips, and grudges, you’ll be reminded that just because they look nice, doesn’t mean they are.
This hilarious gift book includes:
• Bric-a-Brac—A little something for everyone who loves a blend of dark humor, sarcasm, and a pinch of the absurd.
• Thingamajigs—This book is richly illustrated with fun drawings that help illuminate each trinket’s deep inner thoughts.
• Baubles—From the kitschy rubber chicken to your vintage lava lamp, you’ll hear from classic knicknacks across the globe.
Tchotchkes and Their F*cked Up Thoughts, will have you seeing (and hearing) your trinkets in a totally new light.
About The Author
A lifetime lover of books, Elisabeth Saake has devoted most of her working life to publishing. She began her career as an editorial assistant at a New York literary agency before realizing the Big Apple was just a bit too big for her small-town heart. She’s been lucky to remain in various roles within book publishing while moving to progressively smaller towns ever since. Elisabeth is a creek lover, a podcast devotee, and has many, many, f*cked-up thoughts. She lives in Chico, CA, with her husband, two sons, and an assortment of disturbed tchotchkes and disgruntled houseplants.
Product Details
- Publisher: The Collective Book Studio (June 5, 2025)
- Length: 120 pages
- ISBN13: 9781685556211
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