A compilation of some of the funnies that author Malcolm Allen has shared with us this year
Thanks to Malcolm for keeping us entertained during 2021
About the book
This is the third book by the author, following publication of his two autobiographies ‘From Birth to Perth – Memoirs of a Nomad’ in August 2013 and ‘World Turned Upside Down – More Nomadic Memoirs’ published in June 2018. This third book in the nomadic series, is a travelogue of the author’s journeys around the world. He shares both his travel experiences and his views on various subjects, with his usual frankness and humour. It’s a tale of the traveller as he moves by air, land and sea with assorted companions. The world of travel has changed the lives of many and continues to delight and surprise the author each time he packs his luggage and passport. As a fellow author, Michael Palin so eloquently said: ‘Once the travel bug bites there is no known antidote. I know that I shall be happily infected until the end of my life.’
One of the reviews for the book
The author has already written his autobiography in two volumes and that is quite a story. He is much travelled and, in this new book, he gives us the benefit of his travels in a novel way. Instead of using a chronological framework, Allen uses an alphabetical format interposing memories of places he’s visited with a miscellany of anecdotes that keep you entertained.
There is plenty of humour and I’ve given the book five stars because of its readability. It’s a winning combination of real world travelogue that puts you right there with the author, and anecdotal humour that will make you chuckle (as well as groan at some of the quips). The result is a book that you will not want to put down. If you enjoy Bill Bryson, you will enjoy Malcolm Allen. He has taken a novel approach to non-fiction that is both entertaining and highly amusing. I now feel that I’ve really been to some of the places that I’ll never get to in person and that must be the highest accolade for a book that is much more than a travelogue.
Buy the book: Amazon US – And:Amazon UK – And: Amazon AU
About Malcolm Allen
The author was born in London UK and experienced a challenging childhood, leaving school with no academic qualifications at the age of 15. He had mixed fortunes in his early working days but managed to secure a job in the banking industry at the age of 19. During a period of 32 years he enjoyed a demanding and successful career in London, the pinnacle of which was becoming a Company Director at the age of 37. Following a life changing experience in November 1998 he emigrated to Perth, Western Australia in September 2001, relocating to his current home in Melbourne, Australia in November 2015.
Thanks for dropping in today Sally
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We all need a laugh at the moment and this is perfect, thanks Malcolm x
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Thanks Toni..♥
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Malcolm finds such funny ones. Great laughs, Sally.
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He does and always look forward to his emails.. thanks Diana. ♥
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Another great collection! The kindle in the wind and the cat on the scratching post were my faves! Thanks for sharing, Sally! 🙂
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Thanks Yvette.. I am sure those cat owners with those posts might be on the look out for similar behaviour going forward lol…hugsx
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I love them all, but I especially love the scratching post. 😁
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Lol.. as I mentioned in another comment, I have a problem passing them in the pet section of the supermarket without laughing out loud ♥
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Gold standard humour to see out the last year! Many thanks!
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Thanks very much Alex..hugsx
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So funny!
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Thanks Jennie…hugsx
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Hugs, Sally!
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While I like the scratching pole, my favorite has to be “student loans.”
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Lol.. thanks Pete x
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What a funny posting, :-)) The pole dancing cat, the menu on the back of the car, and priceless the “Kindle in the wind”. hahahahaha Thank you Sally and Malcom! We are counting the last hours of 2021! xx Michael
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Thanks very much Michael and for all that you do to promote the posts here.. Happy 2022..hugs xx
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🙂 Thank you as well, for the best ever recommendations, and all your efforts on reviewing, and bringing best mood into this world. Happy 2022! xx Michael
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It gives me great pleasure Michael.. hugsx
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Reblogged this on OPENED HERE >> https:/BOOKS.ESLARN-NET.DE.
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Thank you for sharing Michael..hugsx
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I am always honored to have the possibility to do, Sally! Thank you as well! xx Michael
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hugs xx
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Always hilarious from Malcolm. Good way to end a crappy year. ❤
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Thanks Debby… thank goodness for humour..♥
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You said it. ❤
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Hilarious! Happy New Year Sally!
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Thanks very much Cindy and Happy New Year too..♥
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Thanks, Malcolm and Sally
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Thanks very much John…Happy New Year..hugsx
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Always a laugh. I have to share.
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Thanks very much Jamie.. Happy New Year.. x
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Yes have a lovely New Year!
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Brilliantly funny! Especially the pole dancing cat! 🙂
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Thanks Jan…♥
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another great collection; it’s a good thing that self-publishing has gotten a bit easier; really liked the fighting words one as well… thanks for the laughs…
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Pole-dancing cat – the best!
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Gave me the giggles.. I saw one in the pet section of the supermarket and laughed out loud.. not sure I will be allowed back in..Happy New Year Dolly ♥
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LOL Happy New Year, dear Sally!
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I love every one of these. Each one seems better than the last!
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Wonderful thanks Viv.. Happy New Year..hugsx
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These are all hilarious! I can’t pick a favorite.
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Great to hear thanks Liz..Happy New Year ♥
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So funny! Thanks for brightening my day! 😂
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Glad you enjoyed Kymber…hugsx
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