Spring 2026

Blazing Humor

Mel Brooks Is Seriously Funny!

  • Interest Level: Kindergarten - Grade 5
  • Reading Level: Grade 2

Some people think jokes are silly, but not Mel Brooks. For Mel, humor is serious. And Mel is seriously funny!

This picture book biography of the legendary comedian and filmmaker shares his humor with a new generation—and shows kids how Mel used his jokes as a weapon to fight everyone from childhood bullies to racists and dictators.

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978-1-951365-34-9
On pre-order until 04/07/2026
$19.99
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Interest Level Kindergarten - Grade 5
Reading Level Grade 2
Genre Picture Books, Social Studies
Category 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Narrative Nonfiction, Biography
Copyright 2026
Publisher Intergalactic Afikoman
Imprint Intergalactic Afikoman
Language English
Number of Pages 40
Publication Date 2026-04-07
Text Type Narrative Nonfiction
BISACS JNF007060, JNF049110, JNF028000
Dimensions 8.5 x 11
Features Original artwork

Author: Ann Koffsky

Ann Koffsky is the author and illustrator of more than thirty Jewish books for children. She lives in West Hempstead, New York. You can see more of her work at www.annkoffsky.com.

Illustrator: Jason Kirschner

By day, Jason Kirschner is an Emmy-nominated set designer for television, with credits that include The Kelly Clarkson Show, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, The View, The Meredith Vieira Show, and an amazing fourteen-year stint at The Late Show with David Letterman. By night, Jason is an author and illustrator of children’s books, including his debut picture book, Mr. Particular: The World’s Choosiest Champion.