John Kenney
John Kenney is an American novelist, humorist, and poet known for his witty observations about modern life, relationships, work, and the everyday absurdities of being human. A former advertising executive, Kenney draws on his professional experiences and personal reflections to create writing that combines clever satire, emotional honesty, and relatable humor. His distinctive voice captures the frustrations, insecurities, and unexpected comedy found in ordinary situations.
Kenney is the author of *Truth in Advertising*, which won the Thurber Prize for American Humor, and *Talk to Me*, a satirical novel exploring the world of television and celebrity culture. He is also known for his humorous poetry collections, including *Love Poems for Married People*, *Love Poems for People with Children*, and *Love Poems for Anxious People*. His work has appeared in *The New Yorker*, where his humorous essays and poems offer playful, often painfully accurate perspectives on marriage, parenting, anxiety, and contemporary relationships.
For readers who appreciate humor that feels uncomfortably familiar, Kenney delivers sharp, entertaining writing that finds comedy in life's smallest frustrations and most recognizable moments. His books are especially suited to readers who enjoy literary humor, satirical fiction, comedic poetry, marriage and parenting humor, workplace comedy, and lighthearted reflections on the beautiful chaos of everyday life.
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