{"title":"Dikkers Scott","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by \u003cem\u003eDikkers Scott\u003c\/em\u003e, an influential figure in the world of satire and comedy writing. Known primarily as one of the founding forces behind the iconic satirical publication, \u003cem\u003eThe Onion\u003c\/em\u003e, Dikkers has penned numerous reflective and enlightening pieces. His books often delve into the realms of humour and wit, providing not only laughter but also insightful commentary on society and media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his renowned works, \u003cem\u003eThe Onion Story\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as both a captivating memoir and a behind-the-scenes look at the creation and evolution of the award-winning publication. Through his storytelling, readers gain a glimpse into the creative process and the highs and lows of building a satirical empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned fan of satire or new to the genre, Dikkers Scott's books promise a delightful and thought-provoking journey. Explore his collection today to discover the brilliance behind the laughter and learn more about the man who helped shape modern satire.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-onion-story-by-dikkers-scott-9781637747513","title":"The Onion Story","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Dikkers’ comedic voice, so integral to creating the distinctive \u003ci\u003eOnion\u003c\/i\u003e style, lends to a mixture of journalistic verve and an authentically confessional account of long nights and betting on your own talents. Fans of \u003ci\u003eThe Onion\u003c\/i\u003e will relish revisiting some of its best stories and headlines while witnessing its constant reinvention as the media landscape itself continues to evolve.” —\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Onion\u003c\/i\u003e’s longtime co-owner and longest-serving editor-in-chief Scott Dikkers regales readers with never-before-told anecdotes from the beloved satiric newsroom in this celebration of creativity, resilience, and the transformative power of jokes delivered in AP style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this laugh-out-loud origin story of a world-renowned satirist and “America’s Finest News Source”, Scott Dikkers treats you to a rollicking trip through the 80s, 90s, and 00s, chronicling the inception, evolution, and success of \u003ci\u003eThe Onion\u003c\/i\u003e from his view at the helm. With his famous wit and wisdom, Dikkers chronicles the paper’s founding, run-ins with the law, scrapes with death, and raving-mad antics of its staff in chapters like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChildhood Trauma Mined for Cheap Laugh\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHurriedly Collected Life Savings Invested Wisely\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStop Put to All This Horseplay\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAward-winning Local Author Inspired, Drunk\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLook, Area Man on TV\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOffice Internet Briefly Used for Work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve ever been duped into believing an \u003ci\u003eOnion\u003c\/i\u003e headline, or simply laughed to avoid crying at how closely its fake news articles resembled reality, get a first-person view from the mastermind himself of the publication’s unparalleled legacy as the world’s most trusted news source, celebrated for its fearless commitment to truth-telling under the guise of satire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46841773588716,"sku":"9781637747513","price":65.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2551043482771.jpg?v=1758733452"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/dikkers-scott.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}