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Report copyright infringementby Graham M. Mott (Author)Experience the joy and peace of fly fishing in Hooked by Fly Fishing, a love letter to the sport by Graham M. Mott., Hooked by Fly Fishing brings you more than just tales of trophy-sized trout and salmon caught in beautiful locations. Graham M. Mott offers valuable insights, humorous anecdotes and life lessons learned along the way. With a focus on his personal connections and the therapeutic effects of fly fishing, this book will leave...

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Report copyright infringementby Pat Martin (Author), Joanne Kelly (Author), Kay Grabow (Author)A rebus is a hieroglyphic of sorts - it combines pictures with letter sounds (adding or subtracting them) to make a word or phrase. Rebuses fascinate children of all ages, and Rebuses for Readers presents more than 100 rebuses of these intriguing brain teasers for elementary students. Number of Pages: 148 Dimensions: 0.41 x 10.9 x 8.46 IN Publication Date: Apri...

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Report copyright infringementby Steven Gale (Author)Filling a void with his critical study of an important American humorist, Steven H. Gale has provided a comprehensive description of S.J. Perelman's prose, plays, and screenplays, along with a biographical portrait which emphasizes his connections to other writers of his time. The work is supplemented by a chronology of events, a bibliographic essay, and a general subject index.Author BiographySTEVEN H. GALE is Endowed Professor of Humanitie...

Nervous Laughter: Television Situation Comedy and Liberal Democratic Ideology

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Report copyright infringementby Darrell Y. Hamamoto (Author)Critically analyzing four decades of television situation comedies from The Honeymooners to The Bill Cosby Show, Hamamoto shows how the sitcom reflects, explains, legitimates, and challenges the society in which it is grounded, illumining the power of laughter both to reaffirm and to question existing social structures. . . . Hamamoto offers a well-researched and refreshingly lucid study, immensely readable for its astute scholarship...

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Report copyright infringementby Jonathan Swift (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 important...

Kids Joke Book: Fully illustrated children's book, containing hundreds of funny jokes and daft poems!

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Report copyright infringementby Charli Wood (Editor), Krispell (Author)This wonderful joke book contains hundreds and hundreds of delightfully funny jokes and daft poems that the whole family will love. Fully illustrated from the start to the finish by Mr Krispell's pen, if your looking for a gift that will bring laughter and joy, you won't be disappointed by this book. Number of Pages: 114 Dimensions: 0.27 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: January 15, 2018 ...

Never Alarm a Llama: Poems and drawings for kids

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Report copyright infringementby Steve Attewell (Author)A super book of funny, ridiculous and silly poems to make kids laugh out loud from children's poet Steve Attewell. Packed with illustrations by the author this book is great for reluctant readers. Steve's books are used in schools all over the world to help kids enjoy poetry without being intimidating. Ages: 4 to 14The poems in this book: Never alarm a llamaA, bee, seeCat flapEleven melons and a lemonFlute BadgerI drew a door upon a wall...

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Report copyright infringementby James Matthew Barrie (Author)Though today he is best remembered as the creator of Peter Pan, British author J.M. Barrie was a playwright with wide-ranging interests and an irreverent sense of humor. The Admirable Crichton is a witty send-up of clashes between the social classes in turn-of-the-century England.Author BiographySir James Matthew Barrie, 1st Baronet, OM was a Scottish novelist and playwright, best remembered today as the creator of Peter Pan. He was...

Cat Songs: Songs to Sing to your Cat and other feline favourites

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Report copyright infringementby Kristina Patmore (Author), Cameron Hinde (Author)Research has shown that singing to your cat is common practice and indicates a normal and healthy human-feline relationship. However, such performances are typically spontaneous, poorly structured, incoherent, or even tuneless!We felt it was time to improve this situation for our long-suffering felines and their families and have compiled a selection of inspirational songs set to popular tunes honouring all that ...

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Report copyright infringementby Pete Tucker (Author)We weeded like peasants. We ate like kings...At the tender age of 62, this Hunterdon County farm boy unloads a veritable mountain of memories, mostly funny, some serious, but all entertaining.Author BiographyPete Tucker is a life-long resident of Pittstown, New Jersey. His farm is in the heart of a noted agricultural area of Hunterdon County. Meaning no disrespect to anyone's feats of higher learning, he holds a Doctorate degree from Hard Kn...

The Girl Prince: Virginia Woolf, Race and the Dreadnought Hoax

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Report copyright infringementby Danell Jones (Author)In February 1910, the future Virginia Woolf played the most famous practical joke in British military history. Blackening her face and masquerading as an Abyssinian prince, the young writer and her friends conned their way onto HMS Dreadnought, the Empire's most powerful battleship. The stunt made headlines around the world, embarrassed the Admiralty, and provoked debate in Parliament. But who was the 'girl prince' unidentified at the time,...

Surrender, White People!: Our Unconditional Terms for Peace

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Report copyright infringementby D. L. Hughley (Author), Doug Moe (Author)THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER"Hughley uses his trademark humor to address the stark divisions in society that stem from centuries of white supremacy." --PeopleSurrender, white people! After 400 years of white supremacy in America, areckoning is here. These are the terms of peace-and they are unconditional. Hope you brought a sense of humor, because this is gonna sting.After centuries of oppressingothers, white people are in fo...

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Report copyright infringementby Edith S. Lambert (Author)The book Pretend I'm a Pomegranate is a collection of fantastical essays, and erudite witticisms to entertain and enchant the eclectic thinker. The essays, quotations, and ephemera in Pretend I'm a Pomegranate relate tales of curious experiences, absurd situations, wonderful dreams, and the wise words of ancients. Pretend I'm a Pomegranate is a perfect book for fans of the effervescent Henri Munro (Saki) or those who remember the sages ...

Get Smarter. Be Amazed: A Compendium of Tantalizing Trivia and Obscure Facts

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Report copyright infringementby Ted Curtin (Author)Discover the fun side of learning with Get Smarter. Be Amazed, a lively collection of 100 short nonfiction stories filled with fascinating trivia, obscure facts, history, humor, nostalgia, and surprising discoveries.Perfect for trivia lovers, lifelong learners, history buffs, and curious readers, this entertaining book turns little known facts into memorable stories you will want to share. Each chapter is only about 700 words, making it easy ...

Punishment-Free Parenting: The Brain-Based Way to Raise Kids Without Raising Your Voice

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Report copyright infringementby Jon Fogel (Author), Tina Payne Bryson (Foreword by)A no-judgment, simple-to-follow step-by-step parenting guide to help you manage your emotions, meet your child's needs with empathy, and create a calmer home--without ever resorting to threats or punishment Every parent has had that painful moment they realize there must be a better way to raise kids than the old-school yelling, threats, bribes, and punishment way. For Jon Fogel, that realization set him on a p...

No One Poops Except You: And Everybody Thinks It's Gross. Everyone.

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Report copyright infringementby Stephen Saff (Author), Stephen Saff (Illustrator)No One Poops Except You is a parody children's book not intended for young children. This humor book explores the reality for the reader, that they are the only one who poops. And that no one else in the world poops. Number of Pages: 48 Dimensions: 0.25 x 10 x 8 IN Publication Date: December 24, 2024

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Report copyright infringementby Tucker Max (Author)The best gift for the dudes and bros in your life: the fratire New York Times bestseller Assholes Finish First, featuring twenty-five new and exclusive stories by Tucker Max.What do you do after you write a #1 bestselling book about your drunken, sexual misadventures that makes you rich and famous? Celebrate by getting more drunk and having insane amounts of sex, obviously. And pretty soon you've got another bestselling book on your hands. St...

Suddenly My Zodiac Sign Changed from Gemini to Cancer

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Report copyright infringementby Scott G. Halversen (Author), Ben Andersen (Illustrator)Thrown for a loop by stage 4 lymphoma and a secondary brain tumor, a cancer patient recounts how he landed on his feet with a positive attitude and an offbeat sense of humor. He's put together a mixed bag of suggested activities, attitudes, and nitty-gritty hospital tips to help you get through chemo. Number of Pages: 186 Dimensions: 0.63 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes ...

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Report copyright infringementby Scott G. Halversen (Author), Ben Anderson (Illustrator)Thrown for a loop by stage 4 lymphoma and a secondary brain tumor, a cancer patient recounts how he landed on his feet with a positive attitude and an offbeat sense of humor. He's put together a mixed bag of suggested activities, attitudes, and nitty-gritty hospital tips to help you get through chemo. Number of Pages: 186 Dimensions: 0.51 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes ...

Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs?: And Other Questions about Dead Bodies

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Report copyright infringementby Caitlin Doughty (Author), Dianné Ruz (Illustrator)Everyone has questions about death. In Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs?, best-selling author and mortician Caitlin Doughty answers the most intriguing questions she's ever received about what happens to our bodies when we die. In a brisk, informative, and morbidly funny style, Doughty explores everything from ancient Egyptian death rituals and the science of skeletons to flesh-eating insects and the proper depth at ...

Things I Want To Say At Work But Can't: Adult Coloring Book: Stress Relievers For Adults at Work Gag Gift For Co-Workers

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Report copyright infringementby Mmg Press (Author)Transform Your Work Rants into Colorful Art with 'Things I Want To Say At Work But Can't' Coloring Book!"Ever caught yourself wishing you could say what's really on your mind at work? Now you can... with colors! Dive into the pages of the 'Things I Want To Say At Work But Can't' Coloring Book and turn your 9-to-5 gripes into a colorful escape.Why You'll Love This Book: Unleash Your Inner Sarcasm: Filled with hilariously relatable quotes, th...

I'll Show Myself Out: Essays on Midlife and Motherhood

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Report copyright infringementby Jessi Klein (Author)An instant New York Times bestseller, I'll Show Myself Out is the eagerly anticipated second essay collection from Jessi Klein, author of the acclaimed debut You'll Grow Out of It.Longlisted for the PEN Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay "Sometimes I think about how much bad news there is to tell my kid, the endlessly long, looping CVS receipt scroll of truly terrible things that have happened, and I want to get under the ...

The Totally Awesome Book of Useless Information: A Fun Facts Book for Kids

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Report copyright infringementby Noel Botham (Author), Travis Nichols (Illustrator)Weird and amazing facts for curious minds of all kinds Looking for fascinating facts and trivia that readers of all ages can enjoy? The Totally Awesome Book of Useless Information is filled with the oddest and funniest tidbits about history, science, food, animals, and more. A great gift for kids of all ages, this book features: 200+ interesting facts and trivia Engaging illustrations and easy-to-read forma...

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Report copyright infringementby Patrick F. McManus (Author)Patrick McManus offers wry observations about small-town life and curmudgeonly insists on bigger and bigger fish stories in this hilarious collection from one of the greatest contemporary humorists.Patrick McManus believes that life's eternal truths exist solely for the purpose of being overturned and proved incorrect. In McManus's world, nothing is what it should be. All steaks should be chicken-fried, strong coffee is drunk by the l...

P Is for Pterodactyl: The Worst Alphabet Book Ever

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Report copyright infringementby Raj Haldar (Author), Maria Beddia (Illustrator), Chris Carpenter (Author)A New York Times Bestseller!A "raucous trip through the odd corners of our alphabet." --The New York TimesLet's get real--the English language is bizarre. A might be for apple, but it's also for aisle and aeons. Why does the word "gnat" start with a G but the word "knot" doesn't start with an N? It doesn't always make sense, but don't let these rule-breaking silent letters defeat you!This ...

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Report copyright infringementby Snorre Smári Mathiesen (Author)The fine line between comedy and tragedy blends into shades of gray in the story of Max Linder, a French comedian and director of the silent film era, who was often held as the standard for the legendary stars coming after him.Max's early start soon escalated into hundreds of films loved worldwide, and elevated him into one of the first international movie stars years before Mary Pickford and Charlie Chaplin. Renowned and recogniz...

Big Nate: The Gerbil Ate My Homework: Volume 23

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Report copyright infringementby Lincoln Peirce (Author)Middle school is back in session, and so is the New York Times bestselling series that's brightening the funny papers! Ready or not, some major laughs are due in Big Nate: The Gerbil Ate My Homework. NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES! You've got to know where you stand to survive sixth grade, and Nate Wright's found the perfect spot: right next to Sherman, the class gerbil. Can Nate's furry friend bail him out of his latest homework jam w...

Naming Your Teeth: Even More Observations from a Working Poet

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Report copyright infringementby Molly Fisk (Author)The fourth collection of 50 three-minute radio commentaries from poet Molly Fisk about everything under the sun including asking small children ridiculous questions and being given some pretty great shade in return. A heartwarming and often riotous look at small town life through the eyes of a poet. Aired on community radio station KVMR-FM 89.5, Nevada City since 2005. Number of Pages: 174 Dimensions: 0.4 x 7 x 5 IN ...

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Report copyright infringementby Dennis Miller (Author)Once again there's good news for those of us who rage at the evening news, shake our heads at Washington's business-as-usual, or watch as politicians carom helplessly between political crises and sex scandals: Dennis Miller is back with his third installment of hilarious observations, I Rant, Therefore I Am. Dennis Miller first gained national acclaim as the wise-guy anchor of "Weekend Update" on "Saturday Night Live." When HBO premiered h...

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Report copyright infringementby Sean Petrie (Author)"A consistently-surprising exploration of aging - of the discovery that middle age is where one's identity can flourish in a way it never could in youth. A compelling poetic journey."- Publisher's Weekly=====An ode to the overlooked. A tribute to mediocre donuts. A lament on lost dreams. In Cracked & Broken, award-winning poet Sean Petrie celebrates the things we crack and break through, to make it to middle age. Both heartbreaking and h...

Don't Eat Your Children: Quips and Tricks from a Mom of Six

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Report copyright infringementby Mege Gardner (Author)From the decision to become a parent to the thunderclap of recognition that you have too many kids, know that you are not alone in your idiocy. You have a world of company.With humor that is raw without being raunchy, this book will give you encouragement for the worst episodes of parenting from someone who has navigated all the usual disasters and some avoidable and humiliatingly poor decisions.Just remember, "All the sand from the beach o...

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Report copyright infringementby Gary Strakshus (Author)The joke goes, "What do an Arkansas divorce, tornado and meth lab have in common? Somebody's gonna lose a trailer."Join author Gary Strakshus on his wild ride of more than four decades managing trailer parks in Arkansas. Situations include the humorous, sad, confusing, exhausting, rewarding, and unbelievable. All the stories in this book are true and actually happened. Names have been changed to protect the guilty! Number of ...