I received an email this morning from an prominent children’s joke book author (apparently. I mean, he withheld his identity so I’m taking his word for it) throwing some constructive criticism my way. To be honest with you all, I’m embarrassed, perhaps a little upset, too. Am I really the laughing stock of Projectorheads? I’ve heard some similar complaints from readers recently. God, I can’t contain my embarrassment. While I go dunk my head in some cold water, here’s the letter:

OK, so I underestimated this guy’s prowess as a joke writer. Just from glancing at a few of them, I’m starting to see puns everywhere. Thank you, Anonymous Joke Book Author, your input has been invaluable.

PS. I loved “Hot Jokes for Cool Kids” when I was a child.