Uncle John's Golden Plunger Awards: The Best of the Bathroom Reader

The Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Golden Plunger Awards are the most prestigious awards in the field of bathroom literature. They are given annually to the best books in the following categories: humor, history, science, and trivia. The Golden Plunger Awards are a celebration of the unique and wonderful world of bathroom reading.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Golden Plunger Awards (Uncle John's Bathroom Readers)

by Bathroom Readers' Institute

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1160 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	346 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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The History of the Golden Plunger Awards

The Golden Plunger Awards were founded in 1988 by Uncle John's Bathroom Reader founder John McClaughlin. McClaughlin was a lifelong fan of bathroom reading, and he wanted to create an award to recognize the best books in the genre. The first Golden Plunger Awards were given to four books: The Book of Lists by David Wallechinsky, Irving Wallace, and Amy Wallace; The Guinness Book of World Records by Norris McWhirter and Ross McWhirter; Ripley's Believe It or Not! by Robert Ripley; and Uncle John's Bathroom Reader by John McClaughlin.

The Golden Plunger Awards have been given annually ever since, and they have become one of the most respected awards in the publishing industry. The awards are judged by a panel of experts in the field of bathroom literature, and the winners are announced at a ceremony held each year at the University of California, Berkeley.

The Categories of the Golden Plunger Awards

The Golden Plunger Awards are given in four categories: humor, history, science, and trivia. The humor category recognizes books that make readers laugh out loud. The history category recognizes books that teach readers about the past in a fun and engaging way. The science category recognizes books that explain complex scientific concepts in a clear and accessible way. The trivia category recognizes books that are full of fascinating and obscure facts.

The Winners of the Golden Plunger Awards

The Golden Plunger Awards have been given to some of the most iconic books in the field of bathroom literature. Some of the past winners include:

• The Book of Lists by David Wallechinsky, Irving Wallace, and Amy Wallace
• The Guinness Book of World Records by Norris McWhirter and Ross McWhirter
• Ripley's Believe It or Not! by Robert Ripley
• Uncle John's Bathroom Reader by John McClaughlin
• The Onion Book of Known Knowledge by The Onion
• A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson
• The Big Book of Science by DK Publishing
• The Book of Useless Information by John Lloyd and John Mitchinson

The Impact of the Golden Plunger Awards

The Golden Plunger Awards have had a major impact on the field of bathroom literature. The awards have helped to raise the profile of bathroom reading, and they have encouraged publishers to produce more high-quality books in the genre. The Golden Plunger Awards have also helped to create a community of bathroom readers, who share a love of laughter, learning, and trivia.

If you are a fan of bathroom reading, then you should definitely check out the Golden Plunger Awards. The awards are a great way to discover new books, and they are sure to make you laugh, learn, and think.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Golden Plunger Awards (Uncle John's Bathroom Readers)

by Bathroom Readers' Institute

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1160 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	346 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE