What Is Tom Allen’s New Book? Why “Common Decency” Is Making Headlines

Tom Allen, a UK comedian who has spent a while making his audience laugh with his stand-up shows and write hit memoirs, has taken a walk on the wild side with his first-ever novel, "Common Decency". Announced in late 2025, "Common Decency" is slated to be released on March 26, 2026, by Hodder \& Stoughton, and Coronet. This is Allen's first time making the leap from writing memoirs to writing the fiction.  

"Common Decency" is described by Allen as a warm and funny British tale set in a suburban neighborhood, where the focus is on the themes of relationships, hope, and kindness. Allen warms the hearts of many with his charm, laughing along with the bizarre quirks of life with his story. 

Why is Tom Allen's New Book Popular in the UK?  

There are many and varied reasons as to why Allen's new novel is trending in the UK, some of which include the following:  

• Allen's memoirs "No Shame" and "Too Much" were instant hits and became bestsellers for their honest accounts and comedic relief.  
• There is excitement in the air for the new fiction debut, it signals an opportunity to see a different angle to Allen's range of storytelling.  
• Fans who love his humorous side from shows such as Bake Off: An Extra Slice, The Apprentice: You're Fired!, and appearances in various comedy panels, get to enjoy a novel with humor written by Allen.

People have once again stated that Tom Allen, through his book, through social media, and through reviews, gives off the same warmth that he shares with his audience while on stage.

 

 

 

 

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What’s the Plot of “Common Decency”?

This piece narrates an account of a Neighborhood in England, where a person dares to disrupt the trivial monotony of daily life to instill a little warmth in the environment by performing several small acts of kindness. Allen stitches carefully the acts captured in the book that happen to represent each character's Family intricacies, and the interpersonal and social problems surrounding the neighborhood like a Disturbing party and, of course, the moments where people connect.

The book fundamentally teaches readers that kindness, especially in tough, and routine periods, has the potential to alter lives, and friendships around you for the better.   

How Can Fans Get Tom Allen’s New Book?

The fans of Tom Allen will be able to by the book on 26 th March 2026, On that date, the book will be released in various modes, that include Hardback, paperback, E-book, and  Audio formats. Presently, he can be pre-ordered on many book shops in the UK and many online shops like Waterstones, Hodder, and, of course, Amazon.

He will be in the UK in the spring 2026, to autograph the book, perform stand-up comedy, and to answer questions he has devised for the fans of his book.

What Are Readers Saying About “Common Decency” So Far?

People that have read advanced copies as well as a few people in the book industry have called Allen's writing "funny, moving, and refreshingly honest". Although, critics perceive Allen's style as mainly stand-up comedy, they point out that in his first ever novel, Allen takes a softer and more compassionate approach with his humor as he discusses the importance of community. Readers of all walks of life have already pointed out the scenes that they vividly remember and the characters that the authors made relatable.​

Latest Related News: Podcasts, Memoirs and UK Book Trends

Tom Allen is deeply embedded in British pop culture. His UK hit "Pottering" podcast, in which Allen invites guests to his garden for a chat, and his memoirs "No Shame" and "Too Much" which narrate Allen's inspiring and emotional journey to gaining television popularity from a shy teenager, have been well received. 

There is a clear buzz in the UK with their novels as well with Allen's move to fiction. Allen's move to fiction is in line with the humor memoir and more personal writing trend that is predominant.