Well, ever had a “ha ha” moment where you discovered that the book with the funny name was indeed about … that slightly inappropriate/weird/downright creepy topic. You know, something you wouldn’t expect anyone to write about?

Consider these examples:

How to Disappear Completely and Never Be Found

Really? I suppose in this day and age of fraud, ponzi schemes and scheming financial guys this topic seems especially scary.

On the other hand, irrespective of the decade/era, you really don’t want to hear the following sentence – “The serial killer’s last purchase was How to Disappear Completely and Never Be Found”.

How to Be a Pope: What to Do and Where to Go Once You’re in the Vatican

I fobbed it off as a sensationalist travel book but apparently … it’s all true.

This book captures the behind-the-scenes action as well as the how-to’s and what-to’s. You know, all the vital data a Pope might want to know.

The chapter descriptions are quirky and does bring out a laugh – How many outfits do you have?, Swiss guards are your friends and Papal movie collection?

Is there an emergency chapter about zombies? Just asking…

The Lesbian S/M Safety Manual

I suppose to each their own. And safety first in all matters.

And if there is a niche market – be it amongst straight or gay folks – for such safety manuals, you would publish a book for the target audience.

On a side note, I wonder if anyone will openly read this on the subway.