"Mr. Russell and Mr. Wheeler have used irreverence to win an audience for what is actually a slyly empathetic retelling of Bible stories." -- The New York Times "Accurate yet rib-tickling, these scriptural riffs are perfect for fans of Monty Python's Life of Brian ." -- Publishers Weekly "Pairing Russell's irreverent prose interpretations of Biblical legend with Wheeler's droll single-panel cartoons. it's a jam-packed read that turns these ancient texts into engaging, accessible narratives, with a strong sense of humor." -- The AV Club "As soon as I started reading it, I was hooked. the Bible is an incredibly weird book, and I thank Mark Russell for rewriting it in a way that made it understandable and interesting.

" -- Boing Boing "Completely enjoyable, accessible and educational." -- Paste.