Tchotchkes and Their Fucked-Up Thoughts: The Messed-Up Minds of Your Trinkets and Treasures

Are your trinkets talking... about you? Probably.

If you’ve ever suspected that your knick-knacks are gossiping, sharing secrets, or quietly judging your life choices, well, they definitely 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.

＂Cheeky, delightful . . . an uproarious gift book that’s sure to leave all kinds of collectors amused and chagrined.＂ --Foreword Reviews

Whether you’re a serious collector of porcelain cats or your coworker’s desk is bursting with curios, this gift book will give you a fresh perspective on your trinkets. Featuring over 50 tchotchkes brought to life with colorful illustrations, biting quips, and snarky grudges, it’s a reminder that just because something looks nice doesn’t mean it is.

Inside you’ll find:
- Bric-a-Brac--A little something for anyone who enjoys a mix of dark humor, sarcasm, and absurdity.
- Thingamajigs--Vibrant illustrations that uncover each trinket’s deepest, sharpest thoughts.
- Baubles--From kitschy rubber chickens to vintage lava lamps, you’ll hear the quirky confessions of classic knick-knacks from across the globe.

Tchotchkes and Their F*cked Up Thoughts, will have you seeing (and hearing) your trinkets in a totally new light.

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.