Danny McBride's 'Thrilling Tales' a Hit

Danny McBride has officially joined the ranks of bestselling authors, as his debut novel, 'Thrilling Tales of Modern Men,' secured the number 14 spot on The New York Times bestseller list during its first week. The book was released on June 23.

Random House acquired the publishing rights for McBride's first literary endeavor in 2023. The collection features darkly humorous and unpredictable short stories that critically examine the pervasive notion of fragile masculinity in contemporary American society. These narratives echo the thematic depth and acerbic earnestness characteristic of McBride's well-known television series and films.

North American publishing rights were secured by Ben Greenberg at Random House, with representation from CAA's Anthony Mattero and Mollie Glick. A simultaneous audiobook release, performed by McBride, will be available from Penguin Random House Audio. McBride is widely recognized for his contributions to hit movies such as 'Pineapple Express' and 'Tropic Thunder,' as well as popular TV shows including 'Vice Principals' and 'Eastbound and Down.'