Lucky Cat
Originating in Japanese culture, Lucky Cat, or maneki-neko, is regarded as a charm that brings good fortune to its owner. Included herein is a mini Lucky Cat figure with motorized arm and a 32-page illustrated book on the history of this ancient talisman.
Desktop Cornhole
This mini kit includes everything you need to play your own game of desktop cornhole. Cornhole is one of the most iconic lawn games for carnivals, backyards, and tailgates. This mini kit includes everything you need to play desktop cornhole including two raised platforms, eight bean bags, and a 32-page illustrated book on the popular game. Whether you're looking to play against friends or co-workers, this kit serves as the perfect pastime or office distraction!
Fowl Language
"This Guy's Comics Hilariously Sum Up the Truth About Being a Parent."--Buzzfeed Parenting can be a magical journey full of bliss and wonder . . . if you're on the right meds. For the rest of us, it's another thing altogether. Fowl Language Comics takes an unvarnished look at the tedium and aggravation of parenting, while never forgetting that the reason we put up with those little jerks is that we love them so damn much. By poking fun at the daily struggles parents face, these cartoons help all of us feel less alone in our continual struggle to stay sane. Brian Gordon, creator of Fowl Language Comics, has two small children of his own and knows well the trials and tribulations that go along with raising them. With more than eighteen years of experience in humorous illustration, writing, and cartooning, Brian's visual point of view is memorable, authentic, and instantly recognizable. From Brian: "They say 'write what you know.' Well, I don't know much, but I do know what it's like to be the father of two brilliant, beautiful, bat-shit-crazy kids."
Last One In
There used to be a time when marvelous skyrockets could be purchased for a dime and the iceman came around once a week, when throwing a cap on and off took special talent and pants had watch pockets. When John Gould was young it didn' take much to amuse a boy. A boy would wake up in the morning ready to be "amazed all day long at all manner of things." Warmth, humor, nostalgia--these pages are filled with them, all conveyed lovingly in John Gould's signature wit. For anyone who is has ever been young and wants to remember or just laugh with Gould as he recounts his experiences growing up in another era.
All Things Considered
Gilbert Keith Chesterton, (29 May 1874 - 14 June 1936) better known as G. K. Chesterton, was an English writer, lay theologian, poet, philosopher, dramatist, journalist, orator, literary and art critic, biographer, and Christian apologist. Chesterton is often referred to as the "prince of paradox." Time magazine has observed of his writing style: "Whenever possible Chesterton made his points with popular sayings, proverbs, allegories-first carefully turning them inside out." (wikipedia.org)
The Men Commandments
The Bible For Blokes From The Daddy Of Breakfast Radio Foreword by James Nesbitt. Christian O'Connell has been a man nearly all his life. Well, once he was a boy, then he was a teenager, then a man, but you get what we mean. So who better to save manhood from devolving into one of those spineless newt things from the Guinness ad?For years women have had everyone from Germaine Greer to Bridget Jones to tell them how to be a woman, and who have men had? No one. That is, until now . . .For ten years Christian has dispensed wisdom and advice to millions of lucky radio listeners on every topic conceivable; but it was when he saw his wife reading, and laughing at, a book called "How to Kill your Husband", that he realised he had to write this book.Men are confused about what it is to be a man in a world where men use moisturiser and eat sandwiches with rocket. They need help. The Men Commandments is a roadmap, a compass for men (not a sat nav - they're evil!)With his outspoken humour and ironic take on life, Christian explores male-dom; celebrating all that is great about being a man and unravelling those mysteries of masculinity that have stumped women for literally minutes.Packed full of wisdom, advice, trivia, and cheeky banter, this is the must have book for men everywhere.Includes: - The Man Quiz (a helpful quiz to establish real manliness)- The 78 genetic differences between men and women (work for which Christian is expecting a Nobel prize)- Manly Toilet Etiquette (real men do not speak at the urinals)- The History of Men (it says a lot about the psyche of Man that early Neanderthal paintings depict willies)- Men and their Mates (a relationship full of weird rituals, abuse and unspoken rules)- The Real First XI- The Men Commandments (the ten commandments that every true man needs to know)
How to Teach Your Dog to Drive
Is your eyesight failing, are you not very good at driving yourself, or are you simply blind drunk? These are just a few of the reasons why it would make perfect sense to teach your dog to be your new chauffeur. Here, for the first time, is a complete guide: how to get your dog acquainted with the controls, which breeds are the safest drivers, frequently asked questions; and how to get your dog successfully through their tests. Never again need you wait for a taxi, or make that long highway drive unassisted. If you are a dog owner and a car owner, then How to Teach Your Dog to Drive will be the most useful book you buy this year, or even this decade . . .
Fields for President
In this wonderful parody from 1940, W.C. Fields announces his candidacy for America's highest office. He offers sound advice on a number of topics in classic Fields-style humor in his attempt to win votes. "Campaign resolutions are no better than New Year's resolutions," he writes. "They are thrown together hastily at the last minute, with never a thought as to how they may be gracefully broken. Now, I am a candidate with years of experience breaking New Year's resolutions, and what I can accomplish with those, I can certainly accomplish with campaign resolutions."
Rosie's Perspective
Do you ever wonder what dog is really saying to you? Rosie's Perspective gives you a refreshing new way to look at things - through her eyes. It will bring a smile to your face and may challenge the way you look at life. "Now when I see that knowing look in a dog's eye, I have to wonder what they are really thinking. Rosie's Perspective gives you paws for thoughts (pun intended)." Barry Spanier, author Dear Mom, The Bare Chronicles "Almost as much fun as getting your face licked! Four Paws Up. Woof, woof.... woof, woof, woof, woof! A doggie treat for humans." Robert A. Masters Emmy Award Winning Filmmaker
The Dark Voyage and the Golden Mean
Professor Cook develops his philosophical exploration of comedy from the ideas of the probable and the wonderful. These two profoundly different approaches to human experience imply the related poles of rationalism-idealism, society-individual, concept-symbol, and reason-imagination. In discussing the implications of these symbolic attitudes, Professor Cook casts new light on the nature of both tragedy and comedy, their subjects, goals, and techniques.
Writing in the Rain
Raincoast Chronicles, Spilsbury's Coast, The Accidental Airline, A Hard Man to Beat, The Men There Were Then. . . and now another one to top off the list. Writing in the Rain features the same fascination with British Columbia and the same ability to bring its stories to life that have brought Howard White numerous awards and accolades, including the Canadian Media Club Award for best feature and the Canadian Historical Association Award for Regional History.Here, among others, are stories about the magic of the tides; about Minstrel Island, one-time logging hub turned ghost village; the perils of roaring down the Sunshine Coast Highway in a decrepit Volvo, and of navigating the same highway in a dumptruck full of fish guts, all told with Howard White's wit, intelligence and insight.
The Life-changing Magic of Not Giving a F*ck
The "genius" national bestseller on the art of caring less and getting more -- from the author of Calm the F*ck Down and F*ck No (Cosmopolitan). Are you stressed out, overbooked, and underwhelmed by life? Fed up with pleasing everyone else before you please yourself? It's time to stop giving a f*ck. This brilliant, hilarious, and practical parody of Marie Kondo's bestseller The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up explains how to rid yourself of unwanted obligations, shame, and guilt -- and give your f*cks instead to people and things that make you happy. The easy-to-use, two-step NotSorry Method for mental decluttering will help you unleash the power of not giving a f*ck about: Family drama Having a "bikini body" Iceland Co-workers' opinions, pets, and children And other bullsh*t! And it will free you to spend your time, energy, and money on the things that really matter. So what are you waiting for? Stop giving a f*ck and start living your best life today! Discover more of the magic of not giving a f*ck with The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F*ck Journal.
Star Wars：The Force Awakens Incredible Cross-Sections 星際大戰：原力崛起科技設定
See the vehicles of Star Wars: The Force Awakens(TM) in unparalleled detail with this newest addition to the Star Wars Incredible Cross Sections series. Twelve breathtaking artworks bring the new craft to life, showing all the weapons, engines, and technology, while engaging text explains each vehicle's backstory and key features.
The Force Awakens Visual Dictionary
Explore the characters, Droids(TM), aliens, and creatures of the latest chapter in the Star Wars(TM) saga in this definitive guide to Star Wars: The Force Awakens(TM).Written by Lucasfilm insider Pablo Hidalgo, Star Wars: The Force Awakens The Visual Dictionary offers an inside look into the film; and pop culture website i09 says the book "gives fascinating insight into the world behind the movie."Named a Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers, the book's beautiful photography and authoritative text will also appeal to adult fans.Learn the names and explanations behind all the details of costumes, weapons, and accessories and discover the dark origins of Kylo Ren. Including three exclusive, specially-commissioned cutaway models produced by Industrial Light & Magic model maker John Goodson, Star Wars: The Force Awakens The Visual Dictionary is the perfect addition to any fan's bookshelf.(c) & TM 2016 LUCASFILM LTD. Used Under Authorization.
The Trump Coloring Book
"Let's Make Coloring Great Again!" AS SEEN ON CNN! Whether he's crossing the Delaware or playing chess with Putin, see Donald Trump like you've never seen him before! Over 50 drawings of Trump for you to color--any way you want! YOU decide what color his superhero costume is! YOU decide what shade his hair is! Are you For or Against? It's up to you! Now's your chance to show The Donald in his true colors! The Trump Coloring Book makes a great gift for all the Americans in your life!
Fifty Shades of Grammar
Fifty Shades of Grammar presents the very best blog posts from The Grammar Diva-grammar posts, punctuation posts, holiday posts, quizzes, posts about words, and more-entertaining, educational, and witty. From aliens to zemmiphobia, from apostrophes to semicolons, this book has it all in a wide variety of topics . . . all having to do with grammar, punctuation, words, writing, education, and technology. A perfect gift for ages 10 and up.
The Complete Peanuts 1997-1998
Even the most devoted Peanuts fan will be surprised by revisiting Schulz's last decade of work. Schulz's cartooning has never been more expressive, and his sense of humor never more unencumbered by formula or tradition. In this volume, Charlie Brown gets caught up in a fake celebrity autographs racket, Rerun gets accused of sexual harassment, the infamous "Crybaby" Boobie returns, Snoopy's brothers go on a quest to find Mickey Mouse, Snoopy gets his driver's license, Rerun continues to pursue the underground arts, Linus starts his own church of Great Pumpkin believers and is declared a false prophet, and other surprises that make these last few years of Peanuts ripe for reconsideration. This is the 24th volume (of 25) of the bestselling series collecting every single one of the 18,000-plus strips created by Schulz from 1950-2000. Also available is the holiday boxed set, offering Vols. 23 and 24.
The Uncollected David Rakoff
Bestselling and Thurber Prize-winning humorist David Rakoff was one of the most original, delightfully acerbic voices of his generation. Here, in one place, is the best of his previously uncollected material--most never before published in book form. David Rakoff's singular personality spills from every page of this witty and entertaining volume, which includes travel features, early fiction works, pop culture criticism, and transcripts of his most memorable appearances on public radio's Fresh Air and This American Life. These writings chart his transformation from fish out of water, meekly arriving for college in 1982, to a proud New Yorker bluntly opining on how to walk properly in the city. They show his unparalleled ability to capture the pleasures of solitary pursuits like cooking and crafting, especially in times of trouble; as well as the ups and downs in the life-span of a friendship, whether it is a real relationship or an imaginary correspondence between Gregor Samsa and Dr. Seuss (co-authored with Jonathan Goldstein). Also included is his novel-in-verse Love, Dishonor, Marry, Die, Cherish, Perish. By turns hilarious, incisive and deeply moving, this collection highlights the many facets of Rakoff's huge talent and shows the arc of his remarkable career. With a foreword by Paul Rudnick.
The Big Bang Theory
This completely authorized Big Bang Theory trivia and quiz book is filled with questions from every season, photos, hilarious quotes, and more, including excerpts from the Roommate Agreement and your chance to play 'Emily or Cinnamon.' It's sure to provide hours of fun and test the knowledge of even the most dedicated fan.The Big Bang Theory is one of the most popular sitcoms in the world and the funniest show on TV. It is beloved by critics and audiences alike for its quick wit, incredibly geeky but relatable characters, and its science and science fiction storylines. But up until now, there has never been an official Big Bang Theory book. The Big Bang Theory: The Official Trivia Guide is the book fans have been waiting for. Featuring 1,600 questions, photos, and many of the best quotes from Sheldon, Raj, Penny, Howard, Leonard, Amy, and Bernadette, as well as a complete episode guide, this official book will entertain all Big Bang fans, old and new alike. Do you know what instrument Leonard plays in the Physics Department String Quartet? Or which award Sheldon is the youngest person to have ever received? Or how about the name of Penny's avatar in the Age of Conan game? Or who Howard went to couples therapy with? Or the name of Raj's school? Or when Sheldon does his laundry? Or what Leonard brought Penny back from the North Pole? You don't need Sheldon's eidetic memory to enjoy this book, but it might help! Get ready to use your knowledge of The Big Bang Theory and challenge your friends and family with trivia and questions about your favorite scientists.
You Don’t Have to Like Me
"Hilarious...[Nugent] documents her journey to feminism while skewering misogynist tropes and delivering some painful truths."--Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Feminist" is not a four-letter word, but Alida Nugent resisted it for a long time. She feared the "scarlet F" being thrust upon her for refusing to laugh at misogynistic jokes at parties; she withered under the judgmental gaze of store clerks when buying Plan B, and she swore that she was "not like other girls." But eventually, like so many of us, she discovered that feminism is an empowering identity to take on. It's okay to criticize beauty standards but still love dark lipstick, investing in female friendships is the most rewarding thing ever, and no woman should feel pressured to eat an "unseasoned chicken breast the size of a deck of playing cards" as every sad dinner for the rest of eternity. With sincerity, intelligence, and wit, Nugent invites readers in to her most private moments of personal growth. From struggling with an eating disorder for most of her teen years to embracing all aspects of her biracial identity, she tackles tough topics with honest vulnerability making it a perfect gift for teens and young adults. Smartly-written, unapologetic, and laugh-out-loud funny, You Don't Have to Like Me is perfect for readers of Roxane Gay, Rebecca Solnit, and Sloane Crosley.
Whoopi’s Big Book of Relationships
From the hilarious host of The View, Whoopi Goldberg, a book that offers an alternative perspective on marriage and relationships-and why it's okay if you don't want the life everyone expects you to have. Marriage isn't for everyone. Being alone can be satisfying. What's most important is that you're happy. Whoopi Goldberg has astonished us with her career as an actor, comedian, singer, author, political activist, and talk show host-now, she's written a book that is sure to resonate with the millions of folks who struggle with relationship expectations, regardless of sexual orientation and gender. If Someone Says "You Complete Me," RUN! is as funny as it is affirming, written in Whoopi Goldberg's signature voice.
Lobster Is the Best Medicine
Fans have fallen in love with Liz Climo's charmingly quirky animal kingdom, which was first featured in The Little World of Liz Climo-a place where porcupines, anteaters, and grizzly bears all grapple with everyday life with wit and humor. Friends: They are there when we just want to hang out, or need someone to listen. They make us laugh, and lend a shoulder to cry on. Comic artist Liz Climo captures the true spirit of friendship with this quirkily charming collection. Her animal kingdom is a place where sharks, otters, porcupines, and even crustaceans come together to show the best of what friends have to offer. This little book will remind you to appreciate your own friendships . . . and inspire you to share with a special pal.
A Guinea Pig Pride & Prejudice
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single guinea pig in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife. It is a truth personally acknowledged by Mrs. Bennet that all five of her furry daughters--Jane, Elizabeth, Mary, Kitty, and Lydia--are in need of husbands. To her mother's grave disappointment, Elizabeth Bennet is headstrong and won't take just anyone, especially not the haughty Mr. Darcy.* Elizabeth blames the arrogant gentleman for steering Mr. Bingley, one of the rare men in possession of a good fortune, away from her older sister Jane. But when boy-crazy Kitty and Lydia fall in with the wrong crowd, it is Darcy who saves the day--and the Bennet family honor--and wins Elizabeth's tiny, rapidly beating rodent heart. This delightful retelling of Pride and Prejudice is illustrated throughout with full color photos of the finest guinea pig actors working today. Costumers familiar with the elegant curves of the guinea pig form have tailored lush period looks. And of course, it is the love between guinea pigs that can best illustrate the depth of feeling between Jane Austen's Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy. *The guinea pig playing Darcy struggled with looking supercilious, though rest assured, when carrots were removed from the elegant sets, the actor was able to still his nose long enough to look down it, and once he donned his summer-weight waistcoat, he made a fine and dashing Darcy.
Poorly Drawn Lines
Don't Miss Poorly Drawn Lines on Cake, airing on FX and streaming on FX on Hulu! This New York Times bestselling collection of absurd comics is the perfect funny gift for everyone in your life. "Poorly Drawn Lines is the funniest comic I've read since The Far Side."--Wil Wheaton, actor (Star Trek: The Next Generation; The Big Bang Theory) Life is weird. Embrace it. A bear flies through space. A hamster suffers a breakdown. A child marvels at the wonder of nature as worms emerge from the ground to look for vodka (as they always have). Elsewhere, a garden snake is arrested by animal control and jailed for home invasion. These are common occurrences in the world of Reza Farazmand's wildly popular webcomic, Poorly Drawn Lines. Traveling from deep space to alternate realities to the bottom of the ocean, this collection includes fan favorites alongside never-before-seen comics and original essays. For the first time, Farazmand shares his inimitable take on love, nature, social acceptance, and robots.
Without a Net
Starving and certain that I would die in my dingy jail cell in Spain, I made a deal with God. I fell to my knees, promising to give up all drugs and criminal activities. I prayed out loud, witnessed only by the urine-soaked walls and huge rats that shared my cage. My desperation was raw and naked. I thought about the Countess. I thought about my parents at home on Long Island. But mostly I thought about myself. "Save me, God, and I will live virtuously and honor my family." I was released early and found myself back home, penniless and living in my parents' basement. God had kept his promise. I soon broke mine... Without A Net is an autobiographical road trip through a volatile period of American history. Barry Hornig was a seeker and an explorer. His adventures were splendid and sordid, and the sort of stuff that would teach anyone a lesson. This is the story of how he learned his lessons the hard way.
Deep Dark Fears
A devilishly funny collection of comics that explores our most gruesome, hilarious, and bizarre fears--and the dangers lurking around every corner.We all have strange, irrational fears--from seeing ghosts in the bedroom mirror to being sucked into a mall escalator or finding yourself miles below the ocean's surface on the deck of a sunken ship. In Deep Dark Fears, animator, illustrator, and cartoonist Fran Krause brings these fears to life in 101 vividly illustrated comics inspired by his wildly popular web comic and based on real fears submitted by online readers. Deep Dark Fears reveals a primal part of our humanity and highlighting both our idiosyncrasies and our similarities.
Food: A Love Story
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - "A brilliantly funny tribute to the simple pleasures of eating" (Parade) from the author of Dad Is Fat Have you ever finished a meal that tasted horrible but not noticed until the last bite? Eaten in your car so you wouldn't have to share with your children? Gotten hungry while watching a dog food commercial? Does the presence of green vegetables make you angry? If you answered yes to any of the following questions, you are pretty pathetic, but you are not alone. Feast along with America's favorite food comedian, bestselling author, and male supermodel Jim Gaffigan as he digs into his specialty: stuffing his face. Food: A Love Story is an in-depth, thoroughly uninformed look at everything from health food to things that people actually enjoy eating.
Money Hacks Handbook
How to get your money life under control Life is expensive. Rent. School. Gas. Dates. Breakfast. Alcohol. It just seems like all the best parts of life come with a price tag. Well, not anymore! Sort of. While things will always cost money, there is a way to make it work for you. Money Hacks Handbook will solve all your worries about budgeting, investing, and all things invovling money management. This is the definitive book when it comes to our fiscal needs. Overflowing with how-to illustrations, infographics and heavily researched insight on everything that requires a credit card, Money Hacks Handbook will make it so you never have to worry about being evicted again.
The 87 Rules for College
The quintessential college guide that will show you how to succeed and fail in the best ways possible, this book is packed with funny, awesome ways to get ahead without forgetting to have fun and get wild. Sample rules include: RULE #4: Never hang on too long. The second you sense a chick needs space give it to her. RULE #37: If you want to get away with stuff, know how to treat authority figures. RULE #29: Don't rat out your friends. Don't name names. RULE #72: Jungle Juice recipe. Each rule is complemented by witty insight and hilarious stories. If there's a way to succeed in college and enjoy yourself along the way, this is the guide to have.
Seriously Funny Q&a
The whole idea of the SERIOUSLY FUNNY tour was for Adrian Plass and Jeff Lucas to let people in on their conversations about God, life and the universe - and it went pretty well. After all, that's pretty much what they've been doing in their separate writing and speaking careers all these years.All told, people seemed to like the way their trademark styles came together and shed light on even the most difficult subjects, in a way that perhaps made those burdens a little easier to bear.However, as they toured around the country, Adrian and Jeff realised that other people's questions were at least as interesting as their own - possible more so. Eventually they decided they'd better have a go at some answers. This book is the result.They may not have got the answers right, but they have certainly had a good time along the way - and they hope you will, too.
True-ish History of Ireland
Looking for the perfect Irish book to celebrate St. Patrick's Day? Discover the humorous side of Irish history with 'The True(ish) History of Ireland'. Written by Garvan Grant and illustrated by Gerard Crowley use hearsay, rumour, and some brilliant cartoons to tell the story of the island from day one right up to yesterday. Learn about the accidental invention of poit穩n by St Patrick, the conquest of the country by posh English invaders, and the discovery of the legendary Everlasting Pint in a cave in East Galway. This book, containing the requisite number of shamrocks and leprechauns, will take you to the very heart of what it means to be a True Gael. Order your copy of this entertaining and informative book today!Inside you'll find: . The true(ish) story of the Sweeneys, Ireland's legendary first family.- Lists of all the great stuff which the Irish have contributed to the world.- Sixty of the deadliest cartoons ever put to paper.- Dinosaurs, sheep, Vikings, potatoes, the British and a few Celtic tigers. The True(ish) History of Ireland sums up the joyous and fun experience of being Irish.
Cats Galore
What happens when a cat becomes the subject of da Vinci's Mona Lisa or takes the starring role in Hamlet or Lawrence of Arabia? Susan Herbert's feline interpretations of famous images from Western culture have charmed and amused readers for decades. Cats Galore brings together illustrations from the affectionately envisioned Pre-Raphaelite Cats, Shakespeare Cats, Movie Cats, and Opera Cats--as well as other delightful images of cats cast in scenes from art, theater, and film--into one delightful volume. Divided into three sections--Cats in Art, Cats on Stage, and Cats in the Movies--this is the ultimate compendium for cat-loving culture buffs and cultured pet owners alike. Works by Degas and van Gogh retain their distinctive styles in spite of the furry faces; cats shine in Much Ado About Nothing and The Barber of Seville; and a bushy-tailed James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause stares at the camera with the iconic cigarette in his mouth.
Running in the Dark
Running in the Dark is a collection of stories that follow the author's ongoing battle with depression and the beauty of redemption given within the madness.
You Need More Sleep and Other Advice from Cats
Our feline friends have spent eons observing, napping, pondering, napping, and taking notes about the human condition. In between naps, they've realized that we humans could use some catlike guidance when it comes to handling the ups and downs of life. In this book they've condescended to share their invaluable wisdom in short advice columns such as "Always Stay at Least 30 Feet from a Loved One" and "Never Let Anyone Dress You."Whether it's coping with romance, surviving a social gathering, or clawing your way to the top of the corporate ladder only to realize you can't get down, the cats in this book will have you relaxed and ready to take on the world! Just after one more nap.
Men & Cats
A brilliant collection of photographs that brings together two of the world's favorite things: hot men and cute kittens. Based on the chic French Tumblr Des Hommes et des Chatons, Men & Cats presents an original collection of 50 pairs of sexy men and adorable cats. Each clever match-up shows a heartthrob posing alongside a cat in a similar pose or with a similar expression. Not sure if you want to look at sexy men or cute cats? With this book, you don't have to choose.
Creatures of Creativeland
A murder of crows. A crash of rhinos. Why is it that animals got all the fun collective nouns? At long last we have a comprehensive taxonomy that does justice to the various subspecies of the creative workforce. Creatures of Creativeland, A Postcard Book aims to land the perfect collective noun for every breed of 'creativeland animal'. In the natural world, animal collectives all have specific names a school of fish, a urder of crows, a pack of wolves. Sometimes those collective nouns are colourful and evocative of the creatures in question. For too long, the humble creative folk of officeland have sat there silently, letting the animal world revel in linguistic glory. The creative ad duo known as A+J (a.k.a. Adrian Flores and Jana Pejkovska) have now named packs of humans, based on their unique characteristics, and combined them into a postcard book. This postcard book contains 20 cards that visualize the tribes of the creative class, such as a feast of Freelancers, a rant of Copywriters, a miracle of Female Bosses, a gibberish of Technologists, a gloom of Developers, and so forth.
Peanuts
America's most beloved comic strip, Peanuts, is now a major motion picture produced by Blue Sky Studios. Now you can collect the first ten original comic strip collections, published by Titan Comics! This collection contains 240 Peanuts strips taken from 1950-1952 and introduces several of the comic strip's famous and familiar characters, including Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, Patty, Sherman, Schroeder and Violet. The strip's bitter-sweet humour and child-like innocence helped to cement the Peanuts comic strip's popularity and secure its reputation as a true, one-of-a-kind, timeless classic.
Will Not Attend
"Damn, this book is good."--Jon Stewart "A biting, darkly hilarious collection of personal essays that begs to be read aloud."--Chicago Tribune Emmy Award-winning writer Adam Resnick began his career at Late Night with David Letterman before honing his chops in movies and cable television, including HBO's The Larry Sanders Show. While courageously admitting to being "euphorically antisocial," Resnick plunges readers deep into his troubled psyche in this uproarious memoir-in-essays. Shaped by such touchstone events as a traumatic Easter egg hunt and overwrought by obsessions, he refuses to be burdened by chores like basic social obligation and personal growth, adhering to his own steadfast rule: "I refuse to do anything I don't want to do."
The Secret History of Wonder Woman
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - Within the origin of one of the world's most iconic superheroes hides a fascinating family story--and a crucial history of feminism in the twentieth-century. "Everything you might want in a page-turner...skeletons in the closet, a believe-it-or-not weirdness in its biographical details, and something else that secretly powers even the most "serious" feminist history--fun." --Entertainment Weekly The Secret History of Wonder Woman is a tour de force of intellectual and cultural history. Wonder Woman, Jill Lepore argues, is the missing link in the history of the struggle for women's rights--a chain of events that begins with the women's suffrage campaigns of the early 1900s and ends with the troubled place of feminism a century later. Lepore, a Harvard historian and New Yorker staff writer, has uncovered an astonishing trove of documents, including the never-before-seen private papers of Wonder Woman's creator, William Moulton Marston. The Marston family story is a tale of drama, intrigue, and irony. In the 1920s, Marston and his wife brought into their home Olive Byrne, the niece of Margaret Sanger, one of the most influential feminists of the twentieth century. Even while celebrating conventional family life in a regular column that Marston and Byrne wrote for Family Circle, they themselves pursued lives of extraordinary nonconformity. Marston, internationally known as an expert on truth--he invented the lie detector test--lived a life of secrets, only to spill them on the pages of Wonder Woman. Includes a new afterword with fresh revelations based on never before seen letters and photographs from the Marston family's papers, and 161 illustrations and 16 pages in full color.
The Coloring Book
From former SNL "Weekend Update" host and legendary stand-up Colin Quinn comes a controversial and laugh-out-loud investigation into cultural and ethnic stereotypes. Colin Quinn has noticed a trend during his decades on the road-that Americans' increasing political correctness and sensitivity have forced us to tiptoe around the subjects of race and ethnicity altogether. Colin wants to know: What are we all so afraid of? Every ethnic group has differences, everyone brings something different to the table, and this diversity should be celebrated, not denied. So why has acknowledging these cultural differences become so taboo? In The Coloring Book, Colin, a native New Yorker, tackles this issue head-on while taking us on a trip through the insane melting pot of 1970s Brooklyn, the many, many dive bars of 1980s Manhattan, the comedy scene of the 1990s, and post-9/11 America. He mixes his incredibly candid and hilarious personal experiences with no-holds-barred observations to definitively decide, at least in his own mind, which stereotypes are funny, which stereotypes are based on truths, which have become totally distorted over time, and which are actually offensive to each group, and why. As it pokes holes in the tapestry of fear that has overtaken discussions about race, The Coloring Book serves as an antidote to our paralysis when it comes to laughing at ourselves . . . and others.
Mark Twain's Guide to Diet, Exercise, Beauty, Fashion, Investment, Romance, Health & Happi
This collection of Mark Twain quotes presents the best of the curmudgeonly writer's thoughts on diet, exercise, medicine, smoking, drinking, romance, parenting, old age, fashion, finances, politics, and stress management. Curated by a well-known Twain expert and mining lesser-known texts, speeches, and notebooks, it's the perfect gift for anyone who's had enough of Gwyneth's self-righteous advice and the ramblings of the blogosphere."Be respectful to your superiors, if you have any."-from an April 15, 1882 speech"Training is everything. The peach was once a bitter almond; cauliflower is nothing but cabbage with a college education."--from Pudd'nhead Wilson"The less a man knows the bigger the noise he makes and the higher the salary he commands."--from "How I Edited an Agricultural Paper"
I Like You Just the Way I Am
Hi, I'm Jenny Mollen, an actress and writer living in Los Angeles. I'm also a wife, married to someone more famous than me, which is especially annoying because all the free clothing he gets never come in a size small.This is my book, an assortment of stories about not doing the right thing. Yes, it's about me. But it's also about women, who all come in two types: those that are totally batshit crazy, and those that are liars. It's a book about acting on impulses, plotting elaborate hoaxes, and refusing to acknowledge boundaries in any form. Like hiding in the trunk of a car to get a look at the girl who used to fuck my husband. Or pretending to have a seizure on a red-eye to New York in order to explain why my dog is balls-deep in a bag of Pirates' Booty burrowed in the lap of a sleeping child.Life is too short for bullshit. I'm 33 and my tits drop half an inch a year. Someday very soon, ladies, you and I are going to be whatever fetish comes after "cougar," unable to wear shirts without sleeves, and full of cell phone cancer. It is our obligation to be honest with ourselves about who we really are and what we really want. Which more often than not is someone else's email password.So let's embrace it. I Like You Just the Way I Am is a book about taking the high road--as long as it intersects with the train tracks my ex-boyfriend is tied to.
Prissie and Me
Hang on to your hat! Prissie is going to turn the quiet little town of Joslin, Texas into a three ring circus with the announcement of her upcoming divorce. You will be on the edge of your seat as men risk it all and women lose everything. Prissie's sister, Ali has carved herself a perfect little life with a lovely place for everything and everything in its proper place. That is until Prissie decides to divorce Larry Joe. Ali keeps taking deep breaths and gasping for air as socially inept Prissie starts little nightmare fires all over town while she announces that she is divorcing and will be moving in with her big sister. And it isn't just Prissie and her tight fitting garments that is turning the town upside down. Well-loved and respectable Ali has to single-handedly manage a huge truck load of misfit relatives who can't stay out of the front page news and a mother who has been in "Europe" way too long. Good looking Cousin Harley Dean and Prissie's soon to be ex-husband, poorly educated and dyslexic Larry Joe keep the jail door swinging shut. Aunt Birdie tries to convince anyone who might listen to her about how her handsome sons are such good boys, but hospitalization and jail time is the norm as these good ol' boys regularly try to do each other in. These relatives' antics are just smoke and mirrors while Prissie steals the front page headlines time and time again. Can't Ali catch a break here? Not unless she out smarts her baby sister and that is something that has never crossed her mind, after all Ali truly loves her little sister and has always felt responsible and obligated to help her. That is until now! Prissie flips the very last straw by moving her two ill-mannered children, two crazy high spirited Springer Spaniels, an annoying yappy lap dog, an X-rated parrot and a stinky cat into Ali's sweet smelling home. What, no funeral? Well, yes! Unfortunately someone does die and that just could be the icing on the wedding cake for Ali. There might be a Go
The Pixilated Parrot
Carl Barks delivers another superb collection of clever plot twists, laugh-out-loud comedy, and all-around cartooning brilliance. Donald gives Uncle Scrooge a parrot for his birthday but the feathered troublemaker escapes with the combination to Scrooge's safe holding "ninety tons of money." Hijinks ensue as Donald and his nephews set off on an unexpected adventure to recover the lovesick bird. Then, Donald and the boys are shanghaied by a mysterious stranger, who whisks them off to face perils in the desert in "Ancient Persia," where they uncover a lost city--and its reconstituted inhabitants! And Barks cuts loose from his regular panel designs to deliver one of his finest stories, "Vacation Time" (it has its own Wikipedia page), as Donald displays unusual depths of courage and heroism when he has to rescue Huey, Dewey, and Louie on a wilderness outing gone wrong.
Sleep With Your Boots On
True tales from the heart from a gifted storyteller, Laura Ferri Redman takes her readers on a wonderful journey through country life. From creatures on the wing to television crews taking over her home, Ferri Redman delivers laughter, tears and joy in one engaging package.
