The Book With No Pictures

by B.J. Novak
The Book With No Pictures cover
Good Books rating 3.83
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  • ID: 9098
  • Added: 2025-12-23
  • Updated: 2025-12-23
  • ISBN: 9780141362007
  • Publisher: Penguin UK
  • Published: 2014-12-04
  • Reviews: 3

The Book With No Pictures is a brilliantly irreverent and very, very silly book that plays with the rules of reading aloud. Everything written on the page must be said by the person reading it, no matter how ridiculous the words may be. From award-winning US comic writer and actor B.J. Novak, this book is designed to be a delightful and engaging experience for both children and adults. The book's unique format and humor make it a standout in children's literature. It challenges the conventional idea of what a book should be, turning the reader into the star of the show. With its clever use of language and boundless creativity, The Book With No Pictures is sure to become a favorite among kids and a beloved addition to any family's library.

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The Bookbag · 2025-12-23
excellent 5.00

The book is perfect for sharing and is raucous and ridiculous without any pictures. It is highly recommended for its engaging content.

The reviewer absolutely loves this book and wishes they could give it more than five stars. They describe it as raucous and ridiculous, perfect for sharing with others. The absence of pictures is not a drawback but rather a unique feature that makes the book stand out. The reviewer highly recommends it for its engaging and fun content, making it a great choice for both children and adults.

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    A book so perfect for sharing that I wish I had more than five stars to give it.

    Raucous and ridiculous, and all without a single picture in sight!

    It is highly recommended for its engaging content.

Cardiff Mummy Says · 2016-04-02
good 4.00

The book is full of stupid words in different font sizes and colors, making it a fun read. It is a unique children's book that stands out from others.

The reviewer highlights the premise of the book, which is filled with stupid words in various font sizes and colors. This makes the book a fun and engaging read for children. The absence of pictures is noted, but it does not detract from the book's appeal. Instead, it makes the book unique and different from other children's books. The reviewer appreciates the creativity and humor in the book, making it a great choice for a fun reading experience.

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    The premise of this book. As the cover says, there are no pictures. But there are words, lots of stupid words, in different font sizes and colours.

    It is a unique children's book that stands out from others.

    The absence of pictures is noted, but it does not detract from the book's appeal.

The Guardian · 2015-02-07
mixed 2.50

The book engages children with its silly content but lacks charm and images. It is a bestseller that focuses on the fun of reading aloud.

The reviewer notes that this book is a hit with children due to its silly and engaging content. They mention that it lacks charm and images, which might be a downside for some. The book is designed to be read aloud, making it a fun experience for both the reader and the listener. However, the absence of pictures might not appeal to everyone, as visual elements are often a key part of children's books.

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    This American bestseller, which forces the reader to say very silly things, certainly engages children – but it lacks charm as well as images.

    It is a bestseller that focuses on the fun of reading aloud.

    The book is designed to be read aloud, making it a fun experience for both the reader and the listener.

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