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Report copyright infringementby Jesse Lynch Williams (Author)Why Marry? was the first play by Jesse Lynch Williams and it was difficult to live up to since it won the first Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1918. Originally titled And So They Were Married it is a smart and humorous look at society's view of marriage and love and how the two aren't always the same or even appear to be related. While this theme could still be used today, the play probably wouldn't do very well with a modern audience ...

A Handful of Thumbs and Two Left Feet: Sam Venable's best outdoor stories

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Report copyright infringementby Sam Venable (Author)Four decades of hilarious, and yet at times poignant, outdoor stories by Sam Venable, the award-winning humor columnist for the Knoxville News Sentinel.Author BiographySam Venable, b. 1947, is a native of Knoxville, Tennessee. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee with a B.S. degree in journalism and minor in forestry and wildlife management. He has enjoyed a long career with daily newspapers in Tennessee. Since 1970, he has been w...

Screams & Whispers: 69 humor pieces rejected by The New Yorker

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Report copyright infringementby David Martin (Author)David Martin's humor has been published in most major North American newspapers. His work has also appeared in "Newsweek" and "Smithsonian Magazine" but, alas, not in "The New Yorker." "Screams & Whispers" is a collection of 69 of Mr. Martin's humor pieces that were rejected by the "Shouts & Murmurs" department of that illustrious publication. Luckily, they all found a home elsewhere and you can enjoy them in one compact little book...

101 Knock Knock Jokes for Kids: (Joke Books for Kids)

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Report copyright infringementby I. P. Factly (Author), I. P. Grinning (Author)IP Grinning presents... '101 Knock Knock Jokes for Kids', a fun, funny, and often cheesy joke book. 101 Knock Knock Jokes for Kids is a wonderful, natural way for children to improve their reading. They are able to practice their reading skills whilst enjoying themselves. Joke books for kids have the added benefit of improving memories, and importantly, instilling confidence. Children are given a great reason to t...

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Report copyright infringementby Dick Cody Heese (Author)PLEASE READ: "Dracula: But the Count Runs Half Marathons" is an affront to classic literature and everyone who loves it. By adding a single sentence to every chapter of Bram Stoker's original novel, Dick Cody Heese fleshes out Count Dracula's backstory so that he runs moderate distances as a hobby. These changes have no effect on the plot, nor do they add any value to the reader's experience. However, they do imply that Count Dracula par...

Honey Is the Knife: Or How I Learned to Stop Fixing Myself and Love My Bliss

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Report copyright infringementby Hannah Eko (Author)Finally, a self-help book that won't ask you to 'manifest' your way out of racism.Whether describing an existential body image crisis in a Bikram yoga studio, embracing anxiety during a Black Madonna pilgrimage, or reclaiming Yoruba mythology and the Divine Feminine, debut author Hannah Eko connects her singular life to the universal truths of peace, power, and pleasure in her first collection.Equally a work of provocative cultural criticism,...

The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Funeral Directors: How To Dismay, Dishearten and Disappoint Your Friends, Family and Staff

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Report copyright infringementby Dick DeBartolo (Introduction by), Mark Geoffrey Young (Author)If you're looking to gain respect from your employees, increase your income and get more out of your friends, for you, The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Funeral Directors is the book you're looking for. While The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Funeral Directors appears to be parody of motivational books, many employers have used this book to get their employees to work harder and increase ...

The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Golfers: How To Dismay, Dishearten and Disappoint Your Friends, Family and Staff

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Report copyright infringementby Dick DeBartolo (Introduction by), Mark Geoffrey Young (Author)If you're looking to gain respect from your employees, increase your income and get more out of your friends, for you, The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Golfers is the book you're looking for. While The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Golfers appears to be parody of motivational books, many employers have used this book to get their employees to work harder and increase their standing in th...

Pickles The Parrot: A Humorous Look At Life With An African Grey

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Report copyright infringementby Georgi Abbott (Author)You can find the Ebook at http: //www.smashwords.com/books/view/31179 Everyday life with an African Grey Parrot seen through the humorous and often twisted mind of his owner, Georgi. Her interesting perspectives on animal intellect and unique insights into nature take the reader on a thought provoking, entertaining and often hilarious ride. The star of the book, Pickles, takes his adventures in stride with wit and charm. Pickles is an inte...

Pickles the Parrot Returns: My Continued Adventures with a Bird Brain

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Report copyright infringementby Georgi Abbott (Author)You can find the Ebook at http: //www.smashwords.com/books/view/31179 Georgi Abbott has nailed it once again! Similar to her first book "Pickles The Parrot", but a more indepth look at the care and commitment parrots require. You'll laugh out loud at the situations that arise with Pickles and his human companions. In this book, the writer has also given Pickles a voice to muse about the world. Pickles is charming playing the role of philos...

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Report copyright infringementby John Skerchock (Author)A collection of scary jokes and riddles about monsters with visual gags and classic pictures featuring Dracula, Frankenstein, the Creature from the Black lagoon, King Kong, Godzilla, the Mummy and zombies, ghosts, and witches. Number of Pages: 118 Dimensions: 0.25 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: July 03, 2013

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Report copyright infringementby Riley Weber (Illustrator), Riley Weber (Author)This is a one-of-a-kind illustrated knock knock jokes book, by the #1 children's books bestselling author and illustrator of "Tongue Twisters for Kids." Each Knock Knock joke features two illustrations; one as if you are looking through a peep hole on a door with someone (or something) knocking, and the other illustration featuring the punch line. Kids will find this book hilarious with the unique colorful cartoony...

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Report copyright infringementby Renee' Carter Tench (Author)For author Renee' Carter Tench, April 17, 2008, was the first day of the rest of her life. It was the day she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Tench spent more and more time reflecting on her past experiences and examining her life. In Memoirs of a Bootlegger's Daughter, she tries to understand the reason and purpose behind all of the chaos in growing up the child of alcoholic parents. The lone survivor of the Carter family who live...

The Best Ever Book of Rugby Player Jokes: Lots and Lots of Jokes Specially Repurposed for You-Know-Who

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Report copyright infringementby Mark Geoffrey Young (Author)If you've ever heard a Jewish, Italian, Irish, Libyan, Catholic, Mexican, Polish, Norwegian, or an Essex Girl, Newfie, Mother-in-Law, or joke aimed at a minority, this book of Rugby Player jokes is for you. In this not-so-original book, The Best Ever Book of Rugby Player Jokes; Lots and Lots of Jokes Specially Repurposed for You-Know-Who, Mark Young takes a whole lot of tired, worn out jokes and makes them funny again. The Best Ever ...

The Comedy of Entropy: Humour/Narrative/Reading

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Report copyright infringementby Patrick O'Neill (Author)Entropic comedy is the phrase coined by Patrick O'Neill in this study to identify a particular mode of twentieth-century narrative that is not generally recognized. He describes it as the narrative expression of forms of decentred humour, or what might more loosely be called 'black humour.'O'Neill begins his investigation by examining the rise of an essentially new form of humour over the last three hundred years or so in the context of ...

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Report copyright infringementby Rob Loughran (Author)"The man next to me is jacking off," said the blonde to her girlfriend as they sat in the movie theater. "Ignore him." "I can't," said the blonde. "He's using my hand." How do we know that God isn't blonde? If she were, sperm would taste like chocolate. What are Vanna White's favorite consonants? North and South America. What do you call two blondes standing on either side of a friend with a broken leg? Support hos. Why'd the blonde get fir...

Aging With Humor and Grace: A Hilarious Woman's Guide Using Funny Stories and Embarrassing Moments as Milestones in Life's Journey

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Report copyright infringementby Sandra King (Editor), Sharon Krock (Illustrator), Andrea Partee (Author)In the first of Partee's funny books for women, the award winning Aging with Humor and Grace may just be a cross between Erma Bombeck and Chicken Soup for the Soul. This humorous book isn't just about aging, it's about living life. Partee's entertaining anecdotes will make you laugh whether she's describing the application of eye makeup with glasses on or what to do with your extra chin. He...

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Report copyright infringementby Rob Loughran (Author)"Can I," Dirty Johnny asked his mother, "have some money for candy?" "What happened to the five-dollar allowance I give you every Saturday?" asked mom. "I've been giving it to the old homeless man in the park." Mom is so proud of her son. His charity and giving spirit; his humanity. She opens her wallet and hands him a five dollar bill. "I'm very proud of you Johnny, sharing the way you have been. But this money you keep for yourself. If yo...

Cakes I'Ve Eaten in Bed or Crumbs I'Ve Slept With.

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Report copyright infringementby Sam Ivy (Author)This book travels through one woman's life that is definitely a journey of many changes. From very young to old age, there is hard work, sadness, happiness beyond expectations, and everything in between. Number of Pages: 338 Dimensions: 0.81 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: November 08, 2018

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Report copyright infringementby Kim Hopkins (Author)Although the diagnosis of schizophrenia is not a welcome one and comes with unexpected changes to life, there are also lighthearted moments. This book is about a mother's journey with her son, who not only is subject to a mental illness, but experiences the devastating effects of brain surgery gone wrong. Number of Pages: 202 Dimensions: 0.43 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: March 05, 2019

Bucktails and Fishtails: From Northern Waters and Woods

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Report copyright infringementby Dave Potter (Author)Growing up at the end of the Great Depression, Dave Potter learned to appreciate the woods that surrounded his little town of Roxbury, Vermont. He was fly fishing by the time he was seven and lugging a camera with him at eleven. Intent on capturing all his great adventures, Dave was already well on his way to enjoying many fulfilling experiences in nature. In a collection of personal essays and poems inspired by nature, Dave provides a glimp...

Chocolate Lovers: Sweet Stories About Love, Friendship, and Inappropriate Behavior

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Report copyright infringementby Tara Sivec (Author)The Chocolate Lovers gang and their crazy stories come together in one, special edition book!Book 1 - Seduction and Snacks:2012 Goodreads Choice Award Nominee - Best Romance2013 Indie Romance Convention Award for Best Indie First BookClaire is a twenty-something, single mom that grudgingly helps her best friend sell sex toys while she attempts to make enough money to start her own business to give her foul-mouthed, but extremely lovable (when...

The Official Redneck Jokebook: Introducing: Little Rodney Redneck

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Report copyright infringementby Rob Loughran (Author)"Can I," Little Rodney Redneck asked his father, "have some money for some Red Man?" "What happened to the five-dollars I gave you Saturday for shoveling horseshit?" asked dad. "I've been giving it to the old homeless man in the park." Dad is so proud of Rodney. His kindness and Christian charity. He opens his wallet and hands him a five dollar bill. "I'm proud of you Johnny, but this money you keep for yourself. If you continue giving them...

What Do You Even Do With a Baby?: A Parent's First Year

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Report copyright infringementby Sarah Dunham (Author), James Dunham (Author)What is parenthood really like?Before taking the plunge and getting up the duff myself, I didn't have a clear picture of what life would be like on the other side of the umbilical cord. It doesn't get talked about openly.This book is an up-front (and hopefully amusing) account of our experience of the first 12 months of parenting. We thought about topics people want to ask new parents but don't because it's too awkwar...

The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Teaching Assistants: How To Dismay, Dishearten and Disappoint Your Friends, Family and Staff

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Report copyright infringementby Dick DeBartolo (Introduction by), Mark Geoffrey Young (Author)If you're looking to gain respect from your employees, increase your income and get more out of your friends, for you, The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Teaching Assistants is the book you're looking for. While The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Teaching Assistants appears to be parody of motivational books, many employers have used this book to get their employees to work harder and incre...

The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Civil Servants: How To Dismay, Dishearten and Disappoint Your Friends, Family and Staff

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Report copyright infringementby Dick DeBartolo (Introduction by), Mark Geoffrey Young (Author)If you're looking to gain respect from your employees, increase your income and get more out of your friends, for you, The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Civil Servants is the book you're looking for. While The Best Ever Guide to Demotivation for Civil Servants appears to be parody of motivational books, many employers have used this book to get their employees to work harder and increase their ...

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Howlett (Author)"I Don't Need No Scruples" is a collection of humorous columns dealing with first dates, trashy Christmas decorations, boobies, underpants, the God Particle, and a horse named Sphincter, among other things. These ravings present a view of the world that is both twisted and insightful, and may cause one to laugh out loud or exclaim WTF.Author BiographyMichael attended college in the late '60s where he studied everything except what would ...

Confessions of a Surviving Alien: A Memoir of a Life Defined by One Word-Vietnam

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Report copyright infringementby Jon Meade (Author)More than a book, more than a non-fiction read, more than a memoir, CONFESSIONS OF A SURVIVING ALIEN will engage the reader like most have never experienced. It will take them through a maze of life's pathos, and elicit the emotions of sadness, joy, pain, regret, guilt, remorse, pride, fear, revenge, happiness, forgiveness, evil, good, and much uniquely intertwined with humor, often times outrageously so. Although defined by the premise of Vie...

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Report copyright infringementby Steven Parker (Author)Go to work and don't lift a finger all day! With this guide to avoiding work, you will learn techniques to avoid work whilst appearing busy to onlookers, including your boss! All techniques are humorous, yet practical and can be applied at almost any office workplace! An essential guide for all office workers, students about to enter the world of work and basically ANYONE WHO HATES WORKING! Also available: 'The Lazy Man's Guide To Women!' ...

How to Tawlk and Rite Good: A guide to the language of Southern Appalachia

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Report copyright infringementby Sam a. Venable Jr (Author)A whimsical dictionary of Southern Appalachian words and phrases.Author BiographySam Venable is a humorist, newspaper columnist, outdoor writer, standup comedian and author of 12 books. He has worked for the Knoxville (Tenn.) News Sentinel since 1970, after having served as a staff member of the Knoxville Journal and Chattanooga News-Free Press. Check out his website at samvenable.com. Both he and his wife, Mary Ann, are graduates of t...

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Report copyright infringementby Margie J. Pittman (Author)Coal Miners from the forties and fifties were a special kind of people. The community of the camps they lived in instilled value and culture that is lacking in today's world. The "Coal Camp Kids" and "Teens" aren't kids any more. Most of them have great grandchildren. "Coal Camp Kids, The End of an Era" catches up with the "Kids" today, and tells how they are passing on their values. The process creates some amusing circumstances. As y...

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Report copyright infringementby Frank Scoblete (Author)Confessions of a Wayward Catholic is a hilarious yet insightful account of Frank Scoblete's years from kindergarten through grandparenthood as a confused, wayward, seemingly ever-sinning Catholic. Join Frank for a possibly hell-bound ride as he attempts to understand what God and religion are all about. Will Frank reach the pearly gates or be banished to eternal damnation? "I love my husband but there is stuff in this book that is disgr...