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The (Not So) Hairsterical Life of A Nappy-Headed Black Girl

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Report copyright infringementby Jackie Cotham (Author)Good hair, bad hair, what the hair is going on? They say it's supposed to be a woman's crowning glory, but for Jackie, a young, black girl from the deep South, it is everything but! Growing up black and female is tough enough, but coupled with coping with a head full of nappy hair in a world made up of people consumed by ignorance who would soon rather mock her existence simply because they don't understand it-well that's another demon alt...

Design for Living: A Comedy in Three Acts

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Report copyright infringementby Noel Coward (Author)Design for Living is a comedic play written by Noel Coward, which was first performed in 1933. The play is set in Paris and follows the lives of three bohemian artists, Gilda, Otto, and Leo, who are all in love with each other. The play explores their unconventional relationship as they navigate their individual artistic careers and the challenges of their unique romantic situation. The play is divided into three acts, each representing a di...

All's A Delusion: A Comedy, In Five Acts (1847)

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Report copyright infringementby John Ollivier Publisher (Author)All's A Delusion: A Comedy, In Five Acts is a play written by John Ollivier and published in 1847. The play is a humorous take on the theme of mistaken identity and centers around the character of Charles, a young man who is mistaken for his wealthy and influential cousin, Lord Dalgarno. Charles is thrust into high society and must navigate the complex social dynamics of the upper class while trying to maintain his true identity....

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Report copyright infringementby H. L. (Henry Louis) Mencken (Author)H. L. Mencken, a master of satire, presents "A Book of Burlesques," a collection of humorous parodies that showcase his sharp wit and keen observation of American society. This volume, filled with burlesque sketches, offers a glimpse into Mencken's comedic genius. Explore a range of subjects through Mencken's distinctive lens, as he fearlessly skewers social norms and cultural conventions. A cornerstone of American literature...

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Report copyright infringementby Talay (Author)Mark and Jane have it all: high-profile jobs, perfect bodies, a property in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, and popular friends.But beneath this shiny veneer, they're grappling with society's misunderstanding of their true identities. Mark, a hotshot civil rights lawyer, feels overshadowed by Jane's close friend. Meanwhile Jane, a brilliant architect, dreads the thought of being labelled just a 'boss bitch' - a stereotype that belies her 'wholesome' soc...

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Report copyright infringementby Ben Ellis (Author)Something strange is happening in the country town of Hollow - a mysterious syndrome that seems to strike only the young. The town is quarantined, schools are closed and fences go up. Guards patrol new enforced borders, but amongst the townsfolk denial runs deep. Part science-fiction, part satire, Falling Petals is a darkly humorous fable about the consequences of a culture of disposable youth that blasts the urban/rural fissure open. ...

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Report copyright infringementby W. S. Gilbert (Author), Andrew Crowther (Introduction by) Number of Pages: 128 Dimensions: 0.3 x 7.81 x 5.06 IN Publication Date: June 08, 2023

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Report copyright infringementby Jagjiwan Sohal (Author)Professional wrestling offers unparalleled excitement and perks, but aging wrestlers face challenges when they can no longer compete.This is the reality for Mohawk Jones, formerly "The Fightin' Brave," a retired Native American wrestler. Once a beloved star, Mohawk now feels aimless, missing his glory days. He shares a home with his former rival, "The Sinister Punjabi" Cobra Tara Singh, an elderly East Indian man who also longs for his wr...

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Report copyright infringementby Susanna Centlivre (Author) Number of Pages: 146 Dimensions: 0.37 x 7.81 x 5.06 IN Publication Date: February 23, 2022

Eight Great Comedies: The Complete Texts of the World's Great Comedies from Ancient Times to the Twentieth Century

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Report copyright infringementby Sylvan Barnet (Editor), Morton Berman (Editor), William Burto (Editor)"A remarkably rich and stimulating volume...A unique blending of emotional and intellectual experience."--Los Angeles Times Here in one volume are the complete texts of eight of the world's greatest plays, masterful examples of the comic view of life in drama. This outstanding treasury of great reading includes the bawdy humor of Machiavelli's Mandragola; the poignant, searching wit of Chekho...

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Report copyright infringementby Stephanie Rogers (Editor)Stories From The Writing Room is a collection of short, nonfiction personal narrative stories written by writers from Story Jam Studio, a storytelling school. This anthology represents select true stories from participants and instructors who have joined The Writing Room since its inception in 2020. Many of the stories are funny; some are poignant and emotional. This is Story Jam Studio's first published release. Number of...

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Report copyright infringementby Dale Irwin (Author)The first book in the new Unseen Soul series. Follow the story of Gaius Vinces as he travels a world of gods and monsters as he fights fate, discovers his purpose, and tries to protect the people he cares about. Number of Pages: 188 Dimensions: 0.43 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: April 02, 2025

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Report copyright infringementby Sheldon Baverstock (Author)A family drama that spans decades and explores the unexpected twists and turns that make life worth living...When Eva moves out to volunteer as a nurse in a Hamburg hospital during World War II and her husband Peter joins the navy, they escape a war that rages within the family home.After Germany surrenders, as the country starts to rebuild, Eva and Peter try to fix the fissures that have appeared in their relationship by emigrating t...

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Report copyright infringementby John B. Keane (Author)John B. Keane was born in Listowel in 1928. Having worked in a variety of jobs in Ireland and England, he married and settled down to run a pub in his native town. Now he is recognised as a major Irish writer, who has written many successful plays - Sive, Sharon's Grave, The Highest House on the Mountain, The Man from Clare, The Year of the Hiker, Many Young Men of Twenty, Big Maggie, Moll and Self-Portrait, is his own story. This book fol...

Snippets of American Life: 52 theatrical skits about modern American life

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Report copyright infringementby Jeff Loeb (Author), Teri Morse (Illustrator)52 fun theatrical skits about modern American life. This book could bring a smile to your lips if, for example, you have ever...- Been repeatedly assaulted by solicitation calls from non-profits - Struggled with anxious thoughts during a yoga class - Looked endlessly for a lost treasure - Wanted to relax on a lovely vacation with a stressed out partner - Attempted a dinner conversation with others glued to their cell ...

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Report copyright infringementby Townshend Cooper (Author)A young unnamed man is released from prison after being jailed for inciting a riot at his university - a crime which he vehemently denies having had any part in, despite being labeled as one of its instigators. Unwilling to return to school, he moves across the country to Berkeley, and tries to start a new life. More than anything, he wants to be left alone, and to become his own person: to not responsible for anyone but himself.One day...

A Play, a Pie and a Pint: Volume Two - Rose; Fleeto; One Day in Spring; Tír Na Nóg; Storytelling; The Great Replacement; Write-Off; Rachel's Cousins

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Report copyright infringementby Lorna Martin (Author), Paddy Cunneen (Author), Alaedinne Chouiref (Author)Over 20 years, A Play, A Pie and A Pint has famously commissioned and produced more than 600 plays, providing countless opportunities for writers, actors and directors to develop their craft and try out new ideas. Productions are simple, rehearsal times short and the subject matter diverse. Audiences at Glasgow's Òran Mór get a new play at lunchtime every week lasting no more than an hour...

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Report copyright infringementby Esme Mees (Author), Sandy Van Tyne (Author)Tariffs, Taxes & Face-Eating Leopards is a sharp, readable political critique of tariff policy, trade-war theater, and the kind of economic messaging that sounds patriotic while quietly making ordinary life more expensive. Using the now-famous face-eating leopard metaphor as both joke and warning, this book breaks down what tariffs actually are, who really pays for them, and how Trump-era trade policy functioned le...

The Visual MBA: Two Years of Business School Packed Into One Priceless Book of Pure Awesomeness

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Report copyright infringementby Jason Barron (Author)Jason Barron spent 516 hours in class, completed mountains of homework and shelled out tens of thousands of dollars to complete his MBA at the BYU Marriott School of Business. Along the way, rather than taking boring notes that he would never read (nor use) again, Jason created sketch notes for each class--visually capturing the essential points of his business education--and providing an engaging and invaluable resource.Once finished with ...

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Report copyright infringementby Adrian Raeside (Author)Bestselling cartoonist Adrian Raeside delivers a hilarious celebration of Canada's quirks, strengths and independent spirit.Looking for a reminder of why Canada is the best place to call home? This tongue-in-cheek guide offers plenty of reasons why the True North stands strong and free. Canadian healthcare isn't tied to jobs. Elections last six weeks--not an eternity. The beer is stronger, the landscapes wilder and--not to forget--Donald ...

IT Dictionary: A survival manual for devs, dreamers, and those still pretending their job has structure.

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Report copyright infringementby Adam Korga (Author)Ever wondered why "quick fix" feels like a four-letter word in IT?Welcome to IT Dictionary - the survival guide for developers, engineers, and managers who've lived through the absurdity of modern tech. Equal parts glossary, satire, and therapy session, it explains the strange rituals, buzzwords, and contradictions that make modern workplaces feel like a mix of startup chaos, corporate bureaucracy, and badly scripted comedy.Across five parts,...

Off with My Head: The Definitive Basic B*tch Handbook to Surviving Rock Bottom

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Report copyright infringementby Stassi Schroeder (Author)Named one of Us Weekly's Best Celebrity Memoirs of 2022 The New York Times bestselling author of the "refreshing" (The Cut) Next Level Basic and fan-favorite alumna of Bravo's Vanderpump Rules returns with the definitive Basic Bitch handbook for surviving your rock-bottom moments. The year 2020 was going to be the best year of Stassi's life. Besides getting engaged and feeling like she was on top of the world career-wise, she bought her...

2,300 Days of Travel: From Roughing it to Luxury Cruising

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Report copyright infringementby Hugh Greer (Author)Hugh Greer began his travel adventures in the nineteen-fifties with his mom and dad. There were camping trips where he slept in a small canvas tent and was forced to do his business in a terrifying outhouse. There also were gruelling car tips to Southern California in an era of no interstate highways or bypasses.There were thirteen months of backpacking around the world and a year living and working in England.As time went by, Greer not only ...

I Didn't Die...So Now What?: A Memoir and Guided Journal for Life After Cancer (Or Whatever Tried to Break You)

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Report copyright infringementby Alexandra Guffey (Author) "I Didn't Die... So, Now What?" is a brutally honest, unexpectedly funny, and deeply human memoir about what happens after your life gets turned upside down - and you somehow survive.When Alex Guffey was diagnosed with leukemia, she braced herself for battle. But nothing prepared her for what came after: the grief, the guilt, the awkward pep talks from strangers, the weird joy of eating hospital Jell-O, or the haunting question that fo...

Tugging on the Sleeve of Fame (hardback)

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Report copyright infringementby Gary Craig (Author), Chris Lemmon (Foreword by)Gary Craig, actor, singer, and renowned radio personality, amused audiences on stage, film, television and radio. He punked Walter Cronkite and tricked Whitney Houston. He shadowed Larry King, enthused Larry David, and acted with Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper and Christian Bale. Hartford's #1 morning radio personality finally pulls the mask from the myriad of myths surrounding him. Hilarious anecdotes, riotous ...

Christmas Plays and Biblical Skits: Dramatic Activities for Church Groups

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Report copyright infringementby Barbara Tenney (Author)Will Maudine ever stop being so bossy? Should Aunt Vera get a hearing aid for Christmas? Does Richard really miss his pink flamingo? Can John say anything other than uh-huh and huh-uh? Find the answers to these questions when you join Aunt Vera and her friends as they prepare for their Christmas pageants. Follow them as they find themselves in various situations involving lighthearted rivalry, mystery, and good-natured humor. ...

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Report copyright infringementby Susanna Centlivre (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is import...

Chef Snoopy Cookbook: Tasty Recipes for Young Chefs

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Report copyright infringementby Weldon Owen (Author)Beloved Charles Schulz beagle, Snoopy, doles out 40+ fabulously fun recipes in this entertaining kids cookbook for young chefs, and for Peanuts comic strip fans of all ages. Happiness is ... when the world's most famous beagle dons a chef toque and dishes out kid-friendly food with flair and fun. In this official cookbook, Chef Snoopy shares his culinary know-how for Peanuts-inspired treats. Easy, accessible recipes are collected here, fro...

How To Love A Human: 25 Tips From A Russian Blue To Other Cool Cats

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Report copyright infringementby Paula Rosecky (Author), Monica Hanlin (Illustrator)Most humans have no idea what's going on in their cat's mind. To them, we are likely those odd creatures with heads, hearts and limbs who tower over them. But we can learn a lot about living a joyful life if we closely watch and learn from our cool cats. Russian Blues are particularly playful, intelligent, stunningly beautiful cats that have a unique perspective on loving their humans. In this delightful light-...

How to Talk to Your Cat about Gun Safety: And Abstinence, Drugs, Satanism, and Other Dangers That Threaten Their Nine Lives

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Report copyright infringementby Zachary Auburn (Author)The cats of America are under siege! Long gone are the good old days when a cat's biggest worries were mean dogs or a bath. Modern cats must confront satanists, online predators, the possibility of needing to survive in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, and countless other threats to their nine lives. For over four decades, the American Association of Patriots have stood at the vanguard of our country's defense by helping to prepare our nati...

Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution

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Report copyright infringementby Rainn Wilson (Author)Comedy actor, producer, and writer Rainn Wilson explores the problem-solving benefits that spirituality gives us to create solutions for an increasingly challenging world in this New York Times bestseller. "[Soul Boom] will light up your brain, warm your heart, and tickle your funny bone." --Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again The trauma that our struggling species has experienced in recent years--because of bo...

Dressing Your Inner Drama Queen: Master the Art of Outfits That Scream and Whisper Style, While Juggling Toddlers and Life!

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Report copyright infringementby Vivian Abreu (Author)"Stylish, Not Stressed: A Real-Life Style Guide for Busy Moms" is the ultimate fashion and lifestyle handbook for modern mothers who want to look put-together without the pressure. Designed for moms juggling kids, careers, and chaos, this empowering guide offers practical fashion tips, five-minute outfit formulas, and real-life style hacks that fit into even the busiest schedule.Whether you're a stay-at-home mom or working on-the-go, you'll...