In the first sentences of this book, Martha Bolton explains that funny is supposed to be funny. Its purpose is not to win an argument. It's not to prove that your political beliefs are more sophisticated than those who hold a different opinion. It's not an excuse to use language people may feel uncomfortable listening to. Humor's purpose is to make people laugh and enjoy. My colleague, Martha Bolton, was always able to uncover that humor, mine it, polish it, and get laughs with it. This book is a great indication of that skill. If you want examples of good, solid, funny comedy, read Martha's new book, Forgettable Jokes for Older Folks. It's chock-full of them.- Gene Perret, three-time Emmy Award winning comedy writer for Bob Hope, The Carol Burnett Show, and Mama's Family, and author of over forty books I would love to go inside Martha Bolton's brain, but I might get knocked over by all the funny ideas zooming around in there. Martha has written for a host of comedians, including me—going all the way back to when we were both young, had a lot more energy, and no gray hairs to cover up.- Mark Lowry, recording artist, “Mary, Did You Know?” lyricist
Martha Bolton can take any topic and turn it into comedy gold. The quantity that she can produce is unmeasurable. The quality she creates is unbelievable.- Earl Musick, cartoonist, comedian, and speaker Martha Bolton is a powerhouse joke writer. Her ability to take a single topic and drill down into it for the comedy gold is amazing. It's like watching a root canal on current events! When you add Martha to an idea, you get loads of funny! She's got a gift, she's honed it, and we are all better for it!- Rik Roberts, comedian and CEO of School for Laughs The Bible tells us in Proverbs 7:22 that “A merry heart doeth good like a medicine.” Well, lucky for you, our great friend “doctor Martha” has just penned you a priceless 192-page prescription. Be a good patient: read it and get well soon.- Derrick Tennant, comedian, 14 Sleeves
