Three Men in a Boat
This classic comic novel follows three friends and a dog as they embark on a boating holiday on the Thames. What begins as a simple adventure quickly turns into a series of humorous mishaps, misunderstandings, and exaggerated tales. Jerome's witty observations on human nature and the absurdities of everyday life make this a timeless piece of humor that continues to entertain readers.
Saskia Cant
Saskia Cant is a British Spy parody, a rollercoaster page turner you'll never wish would end. Strangeways has uncovered a plot to bring down the British Government, but before he or his assistant can inform MI5 of their discovery, they are killed and their bodies vanish without trace. Aware they have a problem but not of the nature of the threat they face, MI5 give their top resourceful, intelligent and fearless agent, Saskia Cant, the task of uncovering what Strangeways had discovered and then bringing those perpetrators responsible to justice. She is aided in her quest by assistant agent Maya Chin, who undertakes the less dangerous, administrative work and along with some gadgets and a 'cool' Bond car. Their investigations lead her into the shady world of Sir Charles Cullen, a man with expensive tastes, chiefly his wife and gambling and who is so in desperate need of money that he intends to hold the nation to ransom with the threat of a Nuclear bomb. In true 'Bond', and sixties spy genre tradition, Saskia embarks on a race against time to penetrate Sir Charles' secret lair and stop the launch of the bomb before it's too late, whilst at the same time, Sir Charles now aware she's after him, does all he can to stop her.
The World's Wildest Cons
The World's Dumbest Criminals meets Inventing Anna, The Tinder Swindler and Catch Me If You CanCon artists all have one thing in common: the audacity.This compelling collection brings you true stories of con men and women who charm their way into all kinds of hijinks. We're all familiar with Frank Abagnale (of Catch Me If You Can fame), Charles Ponzi (of . . . well, the Ponzi scheme), Anna Delvey (of Netflix's Inventing Anna) and Bernie Madoff (who made off with the money). But they're just the ones you've heard of. This collection offers not only tons of stories of actual cons, it also digs into the way cons have evolved to incorporate technology or adapt to cultural differences over time and around the world. Some cons just keep on giving, changing their stripes to work time and time again. From impostor doctors to gambling swindles to selling the Eiffel Tower for parts, McKenzie takes you on a wild ride through cons of all shapes and sizes.From funny to stupid to diabolical, The World's Wildest Cons will captivate you--because when it comes to a con artist, we just can't look away.
Disney Masters Collector's Box Set #11
Explore classic Disney adventures with Disney Masters Vol. 21: Mickey Mouse: The Monster of Sawtooth Mountain by Paul Murry and Vol. 22: Uncle Scrooge: Operation Galleon Grab by Giorgio Cavazzano! First: in "The Monster of Sawtooth Mountain," Chief O'Hara pitchforks Mickey and Goofy into saving Cousin Frosty's winter resort from big, fat, hairy trouble! From snowballs to cliffside falls, deadly accidents have Sawtooth Mountain in an uproar... and if a man-eating yeti isn't responsible, who is? Then Mickey confronts mystical Hawaiian elves in "Pineapple Poachers"... and is forced to reform the villainous Pegleg Pete in "Mickey's Strange Mission"! Next: in "Operation Galleon Grab," Uncle Scrooge finds an old model ship covered with clues to a pirate treasure--but hot on its trail are real pirates: rival billionaire John D. Rockerduck and the Beagle Boys! Also in this exciting volume: Donald Duck seeks a crocodile-infested fountain of youth in "There's No Fool Like an Old Fool"; Goofy battles supervillains in "Here Today, Gone Apollo"... and Scrooge discovers a parallel dimension in "Brother From Another Earth"!Fantagraphics' Disney Masters series unearths a treasure trove of previously unavailable comics epics in the grand Walt Disney tradition: expanding the lore of Mickey, Donald, and Scrooge, anthologizing the work of fan-favorite North American talents, and bringing you the best of the acclaimed international artists who have popularized Disney around the world.
Thimble Theatre & the Pre-Popeye Comics of E.C. Segar
More than a decade before he created the world's most famous cartoon sailor, Elzie Crisler Segar began his comics career in the movies. He drew cartoons for silent movie theater slides, the Charlie Chaplin comic strip, and a daily strip about Chicago's movies and entertainment. Then, in 1919, he penned his own "small screen" creation for the newspapers, Thimble Theatre, where Popeye was to be born a decade later. This comprehensive volume features examples of all of E.C. Segar's early comics and illustrations, with over 100 pre-Popeye Thimble Theatre Sunday pages including the complete run of the famed Western desert saga, a series that rivals his later work in superb art, storytelling, and humor.Newly revised and expanded, this new printing contains ten additional pages plus a 1920s-style Sunday comics section insert paying tribute to Segar and his comic creations featuring Charlie Chaplin's Comic Capers and Popeye's "The Jeep."Text and illustrations offer an in-depth history and commentary on the life and work of E. C. Segar by historians Paul C. Tumey and Jeet Heer, and best-selling author and journalist Michael Tisserand. Thimble Theatre is an essential part of any comics lover's library.
Annoying Things Men Need to Learn
ANNOYING THINGS MEN NEED TO LEARN was not designed to make fun of the men of the home; just a fun look at some of the silly things that really can add up. We love our men and want them to just change one or two (okay, maybe twenty) things to make the household run a little more smoothly.No matter how much the women in your life love you, there are some common things men do that drives them up a wall. Whether failing to separate the colors from the whites while doing laundry, or leaving the seat up every time they use the bathroom during the night (and women all know how much fun that is to find out the hard way, especially in the middle of the night!), However small they seem, these little problems tend to add up over time.In this book, you'll find: Satirical takes on common pet peevesPractical tips on how to get along better with your spouseA book that says it, so your wife doesn't have to - againWe hope that you were able to get some valuable advice, and a bit of laughter, along the way. There are many blunders that men can make that drive everyone else in the home crazy, but this was meant to provide a humorous look at a list of them all. Whether you are guilty of committing a few of the fumbles in one chapter, or your issues span across a few of them, there is always some room for improvement.
What Frida Says
What Frida Says is an inspiring collection of the Mexican icon's best quotes on love, style, life and art, celebrating her immense legacy. Frida Kahlo is undoubtedly one of the most innovative and influential painters of the 20th century and is widely considered a style icon thanks to her eclectic taste and love of colour and print. From a young age, Kahlo forged her own path, overcoming polio as a child and battling lifelong injuries from a tragic road accident, to become the inspirational figure we know and love today. Some quotes from Frida Kahlo: "Nothing is worth more than laughter. It is strength to laugh and to abandon oneself, to be light." "I must fight with all my strength so that the little positive things that my health allows me to do might be pointed toward helping the revolution. The only real reason for living." "I am my own muse, I am the subject I know best. The subject I want to know better."
Old Age and How to Milk It
Old Age is the new Golden Age, truly the time of our lives - or it ought to be!We should be glad to be gray! Geoff Tibballs issues a clarion call to wrinkly boomers to celebrate the numerous advantages to old age, from the joy of socks to the rush you get from standing up too quickly, easily the equivalent of the thrills your children and grandchildren get from street drugs. Old Age is the new Golden Age, truly the time of our lives - or it ought to be! Covering family, relationships, food and drink and other aspects of life, Geoff is here to tell us why.You're very unlikely ever to be asked to solve a simultaneous equation, or how to get on to Netflix.A ride in a lift or a walk around a shopping center becomes an opportunity to hear all your favorite music, and you get all the excitement you need in a day from successfully completing Wordle.Your friends won't be blabbing your secrets all over town because they can't remember them either.You can multitask more effectively than ever - coughing, farting, sneezing and peeing all at the same time.Nobody expects you to run into a burning building. You're allowed - no, expected! - to be pedantic. Also, grumpy as hell.Absolutely nobody will be able to force you to eat cabbage, or anything else for that matter.You can proudly say you've never listened to anything by Ed Sheeran or Billie Eilish and people won't be surprised when you think that Dua Lipa is a lip balm. And who the hell is Tate McRae?
The "How not too" Series Volume One.
This man is trying to write his first book and is astounded by the amount of problems that arise and from whence they come. You will never view your computer in the same light.
Stuck Together
Stuck Together: As Long as They Both Shall Laugh by Judith Fisher is a book that explores the humorous side of marriage and relationships. Fisher uses wit and anecdotes to delve into the quirks, challenges, and joys that couples experience in long-term partnerships. The book emphasizes how humor plays a crucial role in sustaining a happy, healthy marriage, highlighting that laughter can be a powerful tool for navigating the ups and downs of life together.The story centers on two characters who, despite their initial differences and clashing personalities, find themselves "stuck together" due to a series of unexpected circumstances. As they navigate through challenges, witty banter, and moments of tension, they begin to discover that there is more beneath the surface. Their mutual frustrations slowly evolve into understanding, revealing underlying chemistry and romantic attraction.This book appeals to fans of light-hearted romance, where love blossoms in the most unexpected situations. The journey from antagonism to affection is a central theme, making "Stuck Together" an engaging read for those who enjoy stories of enemies turned lovers, with a touch of warmth and comedy.
Lars the Awkward Yeti Volume 2
Lars The Awkward Yeti is an ongoing gag-a-day webcomic by New York Times best-selling author Nick Seluk. Started in 2012, the comic follows the daily life of Lars, a socially awkward blue yeti, trying to get by in day-to-day life. Lars organs, Heart & Brain, have spawned their own empire of hit books and merchandise. This is the first of a trilogy of collected editions of Lars stories, past and present, where it all started.
Docman
At its core, the series is a journey into the complexities of being a savior in a world teeming with both overt and nuanced conflicts. Dr. Bhargav, or "Docman" as he is eventually known, navigates challenges that are both external and internal, battling formidable foes while grappling with his moral compass. The narrative not only delves into fast-paced action and complex medical scenarios but also explores deep philosophical questions about life, duty, and the limits of human capability.
" One-Liners and Punchlines
"One-Liners and Punch Lines: A Laugh-a-Minute Collection" by Ajai Kumar Narendranath is a delightful compilation of witty wordplay, sharp humor, and clever observations guaranteed to provide endless laughs. From life's everyday quirks to surprising twists, Ajai's one-liners pack a punch, blending humor with insightful reflections on modern living. Whether it's navigating social media, handling daily routines, or pondering life's oddities, this collection offers a hilarious perspective. Perfect for a quick laugh, light reading, or sparking conversation at any gathering, these carefully crafted one-liners will keep you entertained. With a unique mix of puns, wordplay, and situational humor, *One-Liners and Punch Lines* is your go-to companion for a hearty dose of laughter. Dive in and discover why humor truly is the best medicine!
Serious Business
Maverick Smothers embodies his name in life and business. A brilliant entrepreneur already at five years old, Maverick enlightens the business world with his cutting-edge advice in Serious Business. He's heard 1000s of hours of business calls and has attended countless business meetings, though not by choice. His mom has a no-holds-barred attitude when it comes to speaking up in business, and Maverick has taken note over the years. Now, he's ready to share his wisdom with you! Learn solution-driven business advice like: - "In a serious business you have to pick the people that will sit with you because you only have so many chairs." - "Yeah when you're a kid its ok to cry when you lose but when you have a serious business you can't lose you just keep working." - "In serious businesses people can't take a lot of breaks otherwise we don't get a lot done." Blazing new paths with his unique perspective on running a successful business after his lifelong exposure to the tricks of the trade, Maverick serves up leadership principles and actionable insights even though, in his words, "I don't have time to just sit and talk right now. I'm trying to run a serious business." If you want to get serious about your business and career, Mav is your Serious Business partner. Every serious business needs business advice-and some laughs.
Barbie Irl (in Real Life)
Barbie has never been more relatable than in this officially licensed laugh-out-loud book that pairs real-world thoughts with images from the mega-popular @barbiestyle Instagram. "And then he said it's just a dog's birthday party." "Dump him." Barbie isn't perfect--far from it. Honestly, she's just like us. Barbie has bad hair days. She's late to work (that oat latte had nothing to do with it). Nothing is fitting right. She's also thinking about brunch after yoga. And she's definitely so over having her job explained to her. Yet, Barbie can still find empowerment and strength through it all. For fans of books like Men to Avoid in Art and Life, Barbie IRL (In Real Life) pairs real-world thoughts and everyday problems with images from the popular and fashionable @barbiestyle Instagram. Beneath perfect Instagram posts and highlight reels, we all have our own insecurities and issues--and this hilarious take on Barbie by humorist Kristen Mulrooney is a much-needed reminder that even the most flawlessly presenting dolls have issues of their own. A perfect gift for any Barbie lover or fan of the Barbie film, this book is presented in a perfect pink package, and filled with over 70 images and captions, in addition to 10 tips from Barbie about confidence, workplace, style, travel, and more.
The Mopsters
Some people are born with dark hearts and a blighted spirit. Their brief stays on earth are marked by chaos, confusion and catastrophe. They bring mischief everywhere they go and leave wreckage in their path ignoring the pain they cause.The rest of us cope. We make the most of our miseries and just mumble through the business of living. We raise our kids, try to have a pleasant life and then slip off quietly to our final reward.Some few others make life a wonder, a joy, even without meaning to do so. There are very, very few of these people, a group that is so small it can dance on the head of a pin.This is a story of just such a group. And while it, too, causes chaos, confusion and catastrophe, it means no harm. It only means to make our surroundings more tidy and comfortable, to put them in order and make this troubled world a better place.sterlingrowe.com
Bangaliyana
The word 'Bangaliyana' roughly means 'the Bengali way of life'. Bangaliyana, the book, is a delightful look at the author's experience of life through his doodles and cartoons. Each page is infused with the vibrant spirit of Bengali culture, cuisine, and language from the author'spoint of view.Being a probashi Bengali, the author straddles the 'native' and the 'cosmopolitan' effortlessly and shares a unique perspective of the intersection by blending personal anecdotes with humour. The heart of the book beats with humour because of a delightful medley of doodles and cartoons. Over the span of the last decade, the author, a self-taught cartoonist, dedicated most of his weekends cartooning. Among numerous cartoons he created during this period, his exploration of Bengalis and Bangaliyana filled one of his sketchbooks up to the brim. It was within those pages that the seed of inspiration for this book took roots.The book defies being pigeonholed into a single genre. It is part memoir and part short story/humour. While everyday situations have provided a rich repository of ideas for the sketches, the book also captures moments of nostalgia from the author's growing-up years. It allowed him to dig deep into his memory bank to fish out stories that most probashis will instantly relate to. Bangaliyana is not a critique of Bangla or Bengali culture but a tribute to the spirit of a true-blue Bengali. Whether you are a probashi or simply curious about the Bengali way of life, this book promises a heartfelt laugh.
The Playful Politics of Memes
This book studies how memes disrupt and reimagine politics in humorous ways. Memes create a playful activity that follows a shared set of rules and gives a (shared) voice, which may generate togetherness and political identities but also increase polarization.
Where the crow flies backwards
Where the Crow Flies Backwards is a reflection of the way Douglas Cornwall sees life: spotting the unusual in what others see as normal. All of these stories are true - in some degree, in one way or another. At least, this is the way Doug remembers them being told to him by ... someone. These tales, yarns, jokes, and stories come from a place of fun and joy. Try not to be too serious. Enjoy exploring life on the land in Aus through the eyes of an Irishman larrikin. Or don't.
Under The Plow
Real life stories can tell who you are, and where you are, and sometimes whether anyone else is like you. Here in Under the Plow, there's a lot you'll recognize about home and neighbours or family and gardening, in these real life stories by writer Paula Johanson. Look here for insights into city folk and country living, as when Paula writes of learning to be both a writer and a farmer, and how can anyone find their way in this part of the world. "Houses out here don't have numbers by the front doors. Houses out here don't even have stairs by the front door. Some of our neighbours don't even have front doors at all, just a place where a front door will be put some day. Our little white house is the only house out here where the front door gets used. It's the only door we have. But then we're odd. Our neighbours are sure we're odd because we use our front door and didn't use to have a phone." Under The Plow is a collection of Op-Ed columns written for a weekly rural newspaper in Sturgeon County, Alberta. Doublejoy Books is proud to release this book as the third title in the Slice of Life series. As a sequel to No Parent Is An Island and Working Parent, this book brings the family and writing stories into their prime. If you like the humour and storytelling of Hannah Gadsby, then Under The Plow will keep you reading. "Paula Johanson chronicles the adventure of parenthood with wry wit and ironic accuracy."- Jim Holland, editor, Island Parent magazine
Mam獺 Didn't Raise a Pendeja
Affectionate yet blunt, this self-help send-up curates the witty tough love of generations of Latina ancestors If you're tired of fluffy, feel-good self-help books, Mam獺 Didn't Raise a Pendeja is here to deliver real talk with a side of sass. This collection of unapologetically blunt, tough-love sayings--"anti-affirmations," if you will--draws on generations of Latina wisdom to cut through the noise and offer hard-hitting advice on everything from relationships to careers. Created by first-gen Latinas Carolina Acosta and Aralis Mejia, this book captures the no-nonsense guidance passed down from their abuelitas and t穩as. Mam獺 Didn't Raise a Pendeja doesn't sugarcoat--it delivers practical life lessons with humor, honesty, and a few verbal slaps of reality. Packed with culturally rich, real-world insights, it's the perfect self-help book for anyone looking to level up without the fluff. Whether you need a reminder to stay grounded or a push to tackle life's challenges head-on, this collection will have you laughing, thinking, and getting your life together--all while keeping it real. Perfect for anyone in need of resilience, humor, and perspective, Mam獺 Didn't Raise a Pendeja proves that sometimes the best advice comes straight from mam獺.
Black Friend
From the writer crowned one of the smartest, funniest voices in modern America, this hotly anticipated debut collection of essays offers "a precious glimpse into how Ziwe's uniquely fearless mind functions" (New York) Ziwe made a name for herself staring interviewees in the eye and asking, "How many Black friends do you have?" She's an expert at making people squirm, coming right out and asking the tough questions about race and racism that our culture has made white people experts at dancing around. In Black Friend, she turns this incisive perspective on the culture at large, with her signature blend of bluntness and warmth that keeps her guests coming back. Throughout the book, Ziwe mixes big-picture concepts like critical race theory and white privilege with pop-culture commentary and her own personal life story. From a cringe-inducing story of mistaken identity via a Jumbotron to an all-too-real fight-or-flight encounter in the woods, Ziwe tackles questions about race head on and in a manner that evokes the way it comes up in the real world--not through deliberate studies of history and theory, which are so important, but in an awkward conversation at a party or a "yikes" comment from a coworker in the break room. The book lives in the moment of discomfort that can be the most truly educational way of unlearning biases. Plus, like everything Ziwe does, it will startle you with how much it makes you laugh.
The Book of Purrs
The internet's favorite googly-eyed feline--@purr.in.ink--wrote a book to send you a little bit of love and a whole lot of joy. As every cat-lover knows, purring is the way a cat shows affection and happiness, and The Book of Purrs is just that! From cover to cover, Portuguese illustrator Luis Coelho's delightful collection of comics--an extension of his popular Instagram @purr.in.ink--is filled with affirmations and encouraging reminders to find joy in making mistakes, chasing lost dreams, and refilling empty food bowls...they are still cats, after all. The Book of Purrs: Everyday Thoughts from Your Feline Friends is the purr-fect gift for the cat lover in your life, and anyone in need of a daily dose of paws-itivity!
I Should Have Kissed Him
LucasIt's true what they say: you never forget your first love. Liberty Collins was mine. Problem is, I've not only never forgotten her; I've never gotten over her. Liberty wasn't just my first love; she was my only love, and my last. The very memory of her and the night we parted have served well as a cruel reminder there will never be another love for me. We made a deal that day, one I've never forgotten. One that has factored into every decision I've made since. She's back, and I've come to collect on her 'promise of tomorrow'. A story of young love and best friends torn apart by tragedy and tested by time. Follow the journey of Lucas and Liberty as they struggle with adult relationships, all the while searching for the one they never forgot. Recommended for mature audiences due to subject matter.
Beaten Paths and Back Roads
Over 40 stories of the places and people from the beaten paths and back roads of California. In this sequel to the acclaimed California Back Roads (2017 Lulu.com) Steve Newvine shares new accounts from his travels throughout the state of California. From his homebase in the Central Valley, Steve takes the reader to spots along the more than 800-mile coastline, climbs to new heights in the mountains of the Sierra Nevada, and tells the story of the bounty from the farmlands of the Central Valley. He shares of the state's entertainment history, stops in at some special dining spots, brings to life the story of a Dust Bowl transplant, indulges his passion for golf, and showcases the service-minded spirit that defines so many communities. Steve Newvine's Our Community Story column appears twice a month on MercedCountyEvents.com . He has written a dozen books centering on life in California, his upbringing in upstate New York, and the self-help guide Soft Skills for Hard Times.
Happy to Help
A Brit&Co Most Anticipated Books of 2025 Amy Wilson, co-host of the award-winning podcast What Fresh Hell, takes a funny and insightful look at how women are conditioned to be "happy to help"--and what happens when things don't go that way. Amy Wilson has always been an ultimate helper. As a big sister, Girl Scout, faithful reader of teen magazines, personal assistant, sitcom sidekick, and, finally, mother of three, Amy believed it was her destiny to be a people pleaser. She learned to put others first, to do what she was told, to finish what she started, and to look like she had everything under control, even when she very much did not. Along the way, Amy started to wonder why doing it all had been her job. Still, when she tried to hand over some of her to-dos, no one was particularly interested in taking them. And when she asked for help, in return, she got advice: have a sense of humor, quit nagging, and stop trying to be perfect. Amy dutifully took on these goals--with varying degrees of failure--until the day she started to question if something else needed to be fixed besides herself. Hilariously relatable, Happy to Help is a collection of essays about how you can be the one everyone else depends on and still be struggling--how you can be "happy to help," even when, for your own sake, you shouldn't.
Be More Cat
Embrace your inner cat with this light-hearted self-help book. From living in the moment, trusting your sixth-sense instincts, to taking cat naps and even going feral, this book will show you how to benefit by unleashing your innate cattitude. Cats' ability to seize the day makes them excellent examples of how to make the most of every moment; whether it's playing an impromptu game of chase the sock, or an opportune swiping of a slice of roast chicken, our cats have it sorted. They're flexible but also prepared to tread their own path and they recognise the importance of play and rest in equal quantities. This book reveals the nine different traits that you can take on board to Be More Cat and live a happier, healthier and all-round 'feline fabulous' existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about our kitty gurus, there's something for everyone. So stretch out, relax and learn the art of being more cat.
I'm Just Ryan
To his millions of fans worldwide, Ryan Gosling is not just a handsome face that can say "Hey girl!" in a way that makes them go weak at the knees (though he can and does), he is the defining icon of the new Golden Age of cinema, a 21st-century Cary Grant, as macho as he is feminine, with a total of 11 Oscar, Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations under his belt, and a Golden Globe victory for Best Actor. Since his tenure as a leading man, 20 years ago in The Notebook, Ryan's films have grossed more than $2 billion dollars, and his next few projects will certainly add to that figure, with Project Hail Mary, Wolf Man, Gray Man 2, and Margot Robbie's Ocean Eleven reboot keeping him in the La La Land limelight for many years to come. I'm Just Ryan throws a bright spotlight on the actor's playful and positive sense of humour and philosophy and revels in his ridiculous charm and sexiness with a wealth of iconic quotes and facts about the man - the legend - himself. "I did doubt my Kenergy in the beginning. I just wasn't sure I could do it but I just decided I was going to Ken as hard as I can. I Kenned in the morning; I Kenned at night. If I'm honest, I'm Kenning a little right now."Ryan, on channeling his "Kenergy". "Eva's the dream mother, and they're dream babies, and it's like a dream that I'm having right now. I'm dreaming it all."Ryan, on his wife Eva Mendes. Ryan Gosling's live performance of "I'm Just Ken" at the 2024 Academy Awards is already considered one of the most iconic moments in Oscars history. Dressed head-to-toe in pink, Ryan stole the show with Guns & Rose guitarist Slash and Mark Ronson, alongside 65 other "Ken's", and his Barbie co-stars. More than 20 million people tuned in to watch and sales of the song jumped by 900 per cent during the performance.
The Mad Scientist Hall of Fame
Muwahahahaha! Dr. Frankenstein. Marie Curie. Dr. Moreau. Captain Nemo. They're the most fascinating minds of all time--and now a science guru has teamed up with an expert in human psychology to coax them out of their laboratories and onto the analyst's couch. Real and fictional, famous and infamous, crazy and just crazily driven, these brilliant men and women exhibit a list of neuroses almost as impressive as their extraordinary accomplishments. At last, you can explore their early fixations, their ambitions, their successes and failures, and the particular quirks that have granted each induction into the Mad Scientist Hall of Fame, including: Dr. Evil: Megalomaniacal doctor with antisocial personality disorder (and pathological dislike of his own son, Scotty)Nikola Tesla: Real-life mad scientist with obsessive compulsive disorder (and he talked to aliens) Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde: Brilliant doctor gone bad, suffering from multiple personality disorder (and a penchant for strong chemical cocktails) Lex Luthor: Villain and supergenius with manic mood disorder (and premature baldness) Witty, illuminating, and thoroughly entertaining, this one-of-a-kind book offers irrefutable proof that success, super-intelligence, and a mantelpiece full of Nobel prizes is no guarantee of sanity. Praise for Daniel H. Wilson "Daniel H. Wilson and Anna C. Long have made an exhaustive study of the evil mind. It is complete, pulls no punches, and reveals secrets that have hitherto remained hidden. It is for these reasons that I must liquidate them. Great book!" --Mike Myers, aka Dr. Evil from Austin Powers "Forget about John Connor--it's Daniel H. Wilson who is going to save us from the Terminators." --Forbes on How to Survive a Robot Uprising "A tribute to the far-fetched ideas that often drive progress." --Erik Sofge, Popular Mechanics, for Where's My Jetpack? Daniel H. Wilson, Ph.D. earned a degree in Robotics from Carnegie Mellon University and is a contributing editor to Popular Mechanics magazine. He has been featured in the New York Times and Wired, as well as on Tech Nation with Dr. Moira Gunn and Countdown with Keith Olberman. Anna Long, Ph.D. is a graduate of the University of Washington's Child Clinical Psychology program.
Wittyleaks - The Fun Side of Famous Folks - An Anthology
WittyLeaks is a compilation of articles which encapsulates some fun facts relating to famous personalities from the Telugu states over three decades.This ringside view of politicians, film and business personalities provides an incisive and humorous insight into them from an ace journalists's point of view.WittyLeaks brings stories and anecdotes from beyond the news through the eyes of a seasoned newsman who has seen it all in his journey of over 35 years. The subjects covered include former chief ministers, N T Rama Rao, Dr Y S Rajasekhara Reddy, K Chandrashekar Rao, Y S Jaganmohan Reddy, and current chief ministers N Chandrababu Naidu and A Revanth Reddy.
White Rabbit
The absurdity of American politics. The absence of reason. Animal Farm meets 1984 meets The Handmaid's Tale meets the madness of MAGA. This is White Rabbit - the escape from the insanity that is Donald Trump's America.When a radicalized MAGA conservative woman runs for public office to 'save America', she naively joins a religious cult that's a front for a terrorist group. When she enlists them to eliminate the competition, a disastrous chain of events unfolds.Ultra-social conservative zealot and MAGA cult member Martha Molder decides to run for public office to 'save America', but she is thwarted at every turn by people she thinks are against her, including her progressive husband Jack, her immigrant gardener Enrique, her gay son Max and his pet rabbit, and Max's unhinged high school teacher Miss Tutley who runs against her.When a domestic terrorist duo who pose as an evangelical cult offer to help her, they use a clueless Martha to rob the bank where Jack is the manager to fund their organization. Meanwhile, Jack is having an affair with Miss Tutley to try and convince her to run in the election as an even more outrageous conservative candidate so Martha won't win.When Max learns of his father's affair with the town's deranged black widow, he conspires with his fellow students, who have had enough of Miss Tutley's abuse and incompetence, to get rid of her. The madness culminates at a party the teens throw to celebrate her apparent demise, and when the entire cast of characters also attends, chaos reigns.White Rabbit is an absurdist, screwball political satire - a reflection of the United States in the 21st century.
Spark of Wonder
Spark of Wonder is a rhyming illustrated poetry book that has laughs, positivity, and even writing/drawing prompts to spark imagination. This book is a fun escape from this world into the world of creativity!
Pig Latin
From cop-turned-comic Eric Tansey, a hilarious and humanizing portrait of law enforcement for fans of Walk the Blue Line and You Can't Make This Stuff Up. Eric Tansey, a former Army scout and Special Operations military veteran, joined the police force with a ton of unrealistic expectations. The reality of the job knocked him down and changed his perspective on everything. Always a magnet for uncanny, wild situations, Tansey reveals exactly what it's like to deal with everyday life as a police officer--from trying to tackle naked suspects to pepper spraying yourself in the face, from dealing with an angry mob to coaxing suicidal subjects off a bridge, an uncut version of everything is included. Going behind the badge to bring the public a real understanding of the job, Pig Latin hopes to help inspire sympathy rather than condemnation and to encourage current law enforcement with the knowledge that they are not alone in their mistakes, their fear, and their experience on the job.
The Lockhorns: Someday We’ll Look Back on This and Quickly Change the Subject
A relatable and hilarious one-panel comic about love, marriage, and everything in between, THE LOCKHORNS reaches millions of readers every day with some of the sharpest one-liners in the history of the funnies. This giftable hardcover book showcases hand-picked one-panel comics from the past twenty years and also includes an interview with the writer of THE LOCKHORNS, Bunny Hoest. The Lockhorns gently (and sometimes sharply) pokes fun at the antics of Loretta and Leroy Lockhorn. The panel finds laughs in the foibles of both partners, but their snappy repartee and witty banter belies the couple's deep love and commitment to one another. Readers recognize the dialogue and illustrations as completely relatable--a window into their own lives or the lives of their family and friends. No matter what problems come their way, through thick and thin, through couples counseling and trips to the bar (for Leroy) or the mall (for Loretta), the pair realizes that they're together "'til death do us part." And they wouldn't have it any other way!
Class Clown
America's most beloved wiseass finally tells his life story with all the humor you'd expect from a man who made a career out of making fun of pretty much everything. How does the son of a Presbyterian minister wind up winning a Pulitzer Prize for writing a wildly inaccurate newspaper column read by millions of people? In Class Clown, Dave Barry takes us on a hilarious ride, starting with a childhood largely spent throwing rocks for entertainment--there was no internet--and preparing for nuclear war by hiding under a classroom desk. After literally getting elected class clown in high school, he went to college, where, as an English major, he read snippets of great literature when he was not busy playing in a rock band (it was the sixties). He began his journalism career at a small-town Pennsylvania newspaper where he learned the most important rule of local journalism: never confuse a goose with a duck. His journey then took a detour into the business world, where as a writing consultant he spent years trying, with limited success, to get corporate folks to, for God's sake, get the point. Somehow from there he wound up as a humor columnist for The Miami Herald, where his boss was a wild man who encouraged him to write about anything that struck him as amusing and to never worry about alienating anyone. His columns were not popular with everyone: He managed to alienate a vast army of Neil Diamond fans, and the entire state of Indiana. But he also developed a loyal following of readers who alerted him to the threat of exploding toilets, not to mention the fire hazards posed by strawberry pop-tarts and Rollerblade Barbie, which he demonstrated to the nation on the David Letterman show. He led his readers on a crusade against telemarketers that ultimately caused the national telemarketers association to stop answering its own phones because it was getting--irony alert--too many unwanted calls. He has also run for president multiple times, although so far without success. He became a book author and joined a literary rock band, which was not good at playing music but did once perform with Bruce Springsteen, who sang backup to Dave. As for his literary merits, Dave writes: "I'll never have the critical acclaim of, say, Marcel Proust. But was Marcel Proust ever on Carson? Did he ever steal a hotel sign for Oprah?" Class Clown isn't just a memoir; it's a vibrant celebration of a life rich with humor, absurdity, joy, and sadness. Dave says the most important wisdom imparted by his Midwestern parents was never to take anything too seriously. This laughter-filled book is proof that he learned that lesson well.
Cultural Slag
"Cultural Slag is a collection of light verse, prose pieces and black-humor drawings by the creators of Scrap Irony, a collaboration hailed by the New York Times as an "uncommonplace book of bright verse and lively prose." Laughing over the absurdities of our times, Miss Lamport takes us from New York statues to foreign ruins, from Broadway abysses to transportation traps, from musical soup to political nuts. Flagrant indulgence in exotic words (did you know that larks flew not in common flocks but in exhaltations?) is balanced by solid satire of our art forms, our critics and any cultural clinkers that have rolled her way.Mr. Gorey's style has been variously described as macabre, Edwardian, ghoulish, appropriately antic, superb, charming. To embellish this volume he has again created the perfectly right drawings that are treasures in themselves.Felicia Lamport is the author of Mink on Weekdays as well as Scrap Irony. Her work has been published in Harper's, The Saturday Evening Post, the New York Herald Tribune, Show, Life, The New Yorker and other magazines. She lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts.Edward Gorey is well known for his slender and elegant series of illustrated fables, of which The Hapless Child, The Vinegar Works, The Remembered Visit are only a few."
Bertha Baggage
Book 1 of 5 in SILVER SERIES OF GROWN-UP WISDOM Bertha was in familiar company as she sat with the regulars in her favorite neighborhood pub. She came to socialize. Everybody knew everybody here. Some came to drown their problems; enough liquor made them forget.Bertha came to let her opinions be known. Bertha brought her baggage. Bertha learned a long time ago that alcohol worked wonders to hush her emotions and keep them hidden deep down inside. Bertha carried a LOT of baggage. Bertha often exclaimed, "Life's a bitch and then you die!" Sometimes when Bertha walked through the front door of the pub, the bartender could tell by the look on her face that she was bringing baggage into his bar. Baggage. Baggage. Baggage. If those bags had labels, they would read: Unworthiness. Scarcity. Low Self-Esteem. Anger. Resentment. Jealousy. Do you know anyone like Bertha? Perhaps this adult fiction, illustrated short story will resonate with them! OTHER BOOKS IN THE SILVER SERIES OF WISDOM: Connie ConformityEdith ExcuseHerbert HatredUlla Universe
Ulla Universe
Book 5 of 5 in SILVER SERIES OF GROWN-UP WISDOM Ulla's all-time favorite expression is "What the World?!"One of her earliest childhood memories was a very painful one. Ulla was about four years old. She woke up in the middle of the night, throwing up, sick in her bed. She needed her mommy! Ulla went to awaken her mother and this is when she came face-to-face with her mom's inner demons, pent-up anger, and uncontrollable rage.Ulla's mom shouted in a nasty tirade the entire time she was cleaning Ulla up, jerking everything about and changing the soiled sheets. "Don't even think you are getting into bed with me!!" As Ulla sobbed herself back to sleep after that dreadful experience, she remembered feeling woefully guilty and utterly ashamed. "What the World?!"This was one of the dark memories from Ulla's early childhood.Today, we would call this early childhood trauma abuse. However, it would take many more years for Ulla to recognize it as such, and for her to begin to understand the deep roots of scarcity and unworthiness that she manifested.Many decades later, Ulla, much older and a wee bit wiser, decided to search for answers to some of her most probing life questions."Why am I here?" "Why are any of us here?" "What is my purpose?"Do you know anyone like Ulla? Perhaps this adult fiction illustrated short story will speak to them! OTHER BOOKS IN THE SILVER SERIES OF GROWN-UP WISDOM: Bertha BaggageEdith ExcuseConnie ConformityHerbert Hatred
Connie Conformity
Book 2 of 5 of the SILVER SERIES of GROWN-UP WISDOM Conformity can be good or bad, but it doesn't lead us to community. Connie was born into a well-to-do family that prided themselves on the beliefs of their political affiliation. Her ancestors owned slaves, although her family agrees this was not their fault. Connie's family believed they'd had enough of this total bullshit (as they described it)-eight long years with the country's first Black president. They didn't agree with a single move or idea from him. All of Connie's friends and their families shared the same views. But occasionally, Connie wondered if there might be a way for both political parties to work toward bipartisanship so we could all live in harmony. One day, Connie proclaimed, "Mom, I've been thinking about taking my own path and registering as an independent voter." "Constance Suzanne! I don't ever want to hear you speak of something so foolish again," replied her mother in a very stern voice. "As long as you are a part of THIS family and we pay your college tuition, you are to put that nonsense out of your pretty little head. We will NOT talk about this again!" Shortly thereafter, Connie met a tall, handsome young man named Ralph. He shared the same ideology as most everyone around her. Connie's parents simply adored Ralph and encouraged her to pursue this relationship with gusto. In 1958, "political party" was not a deciding factor in considering a romantic relationship. Today, deep-seated political positions trump personal integrity, with 79% not willing to choose someone of an opposing party. Yep...that's conformity. Want to know more about the path Connie chose? Perhaps this adult fiction, illustrated short story is worth reading. OTHER BOOKS IN THE SILVER SERIES OF WISDOM: Bertha BaggageEdith ExcuseHerbert HatredUlla Universe
Edith Excuse
Book 3 of 5 in SILVER SERIES OF GROWN-UP WISDOM It's part of human nature to make excuses, but has it become your last name? Sometimes, we can take it a bit too far!Edith and Ellie have been best friends since childhood. Edith always seems to be the one with a dramatic song and dance when she needs an excuse not to participate in certain activities with Ellie. At other times, she seems very evasive.Whether it's an invitation for dinner together, an outdoor concert, a recommendation to use an organic hair product, or even the suggestion of a walk or workout routine, Edith almost always answers Ellie without any hesitation in defiant justification."What else have you been up to, Edith? Tell me about that short storybook your daughter Evelyn gave you to read. What's the name of it again?" asks Ellie."That weird book? 'OOOH Crap! We Become What We Think About, '" roars Edith."Isn't that the dumbest name anyone's ever heard?""It says right here, 'Give yourself permission to start a new path.' What the hell is that supposed to mean?""It's a little too late for me to be starting a new path at 77 years old!""It's called a 'StoryBookPath, '" Edith says with sarcasm."And I certainly don't have time to hear about some ridiculous stories!""I'm no damn kid, that's for sure!"Damn!...DAMN!!...and shit fire, shit!!!Do you know anyone like Edith? Maybe YOU are Edith! Perhaps this adult fiction, illustrated short story is worth reading. OTHER BOOKS IN THE SILVER SERIES OF GROWN-UP WISDOM: Bertha BaggageConnie ConformityHerbert HatredUlla Universe
Chronicles of a School Nurse
This is the third and final book in a series that follows my journey as a school nurse in a special needs program. This covers the past five years and details what it was like working as a school nurse before, during and after the pandemic.
Herbert Hatred
Book 4 of 5 in SILVER SERIES OF GROWN-UP WISDOM Just like every other wannabe dictator, Herbert Hatred invaded our sensibilities and focused on who he could hurt the most: women and minorities. Daily, he painted foreigners and immigrants as potential threats. Herbert Hatred challenged women's social status, undermining gender equality and interfering with laws protecting women's reproductive rights. Herbert, extremely self-absorbed, a masterful liar, and compassionless, with a sadistic personality, embodied hatred.His playbook tactics were filled with ramped-up rhetorical rants, deep-seated anger, rage, and evil hatred. He was masterful at riling it up, stoking it, fueling it through repetition, and using it to advance his own personal desire to be the "Boss of all of us, FOREVER." But we've been there before. Political unrest and a nation divided were well documented during this nation's Civil War era, where families' allegiances were deeply divided and brothers fought each other. Today, 1,400+ organized hate groups and anti-government entities are creating havoc throughout this nation. We've witnessed failed governments all across the globe. Could we possibly lose this nation's democracy, too? Perhaps this adult fiction illustrated short story is worth your time. OTHER BOOKS IN THE SILVER SERIES OF GROWN-UP WISDOM: Bertha BaggageEdith ExcuseConnie ConformityUlla Universe
They Aren't Even Trying Anymore
They Aren't Even Trying Anymore: The A's, B's and DD's of Getting Older is a delightful and empowering collection of essays designed for the 50 plus female. With a blend of humor, wisdom and raw honesty, this book offers a refreshing perspective on the realities of growing older culled from the author's own experiences. In these pages you will find laughter and solace as you explore the journey of aging, through the alphabet. From the practical to the profound, each essay tackles a different aspect of this transformative phase of life.
Dope Brands
Synopsis: Dope Brands: For the Under-the-Countercultureis a fictitious catalogue of commercial marijuana brands that are allegedly available from Dr. Duck's Dealy Deli - or DDDD - initials that can have several connotations.Each brand comes with an explanatory description or a rave comment. However, since this is a fictional work of humor, none of the brands listed are actual products.Brand names include: HOPALONG CANNABISSATURDAY EVENING POTOHIO SILVERBHANG, BHANG, YOU'RE DID!PUFF THE MAGIC DRAGDOWN WITH GRAVITY!POT'S ABILITIESGARDEN OF EVENOWL CHEMICALTHE GRASS OF GODSTONE HINGETAIWAN ON!The author was motivated to write this book just for the fun of it. Plus, he holds a genuine belief in the virtues of cannabis smoking.About The Author: This is the sixth book written by Anil. Born in Henderson, Kentucky, the author was educated at Wake Forest in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, and the University of Illinois, Urbana. Before his retirement, he taught at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Western Australia. He now resides in Perth, Western Australia.
The Horse Husband
This collection of horse stories, based on my experiences, with occasional literary hyperbole to keep it interesting, is written for men, by a man, and I expect will never be read by a man. In all likelihood only women, including your wife, will read this.Whether new to the game or a veteran, you might as well plan for the coming shift in your future. She will look at you, her arm still in a sling from the minor surgery she required after getting kicked by the horse you have always hated, and with her good hand, point at my small book sitting on the coffee table. "Melvin, that horse husband guy says we have to get some Metamucil for the babies, stall mats for the barn's center aisle, and I don't care if you have to unload it, I'm ordering a semi of decent hay from Idaho next year."Happy horsin', Melvin.
No Parent Is An Island
It's two a.m. and you've got a crying child and you know you'll never remember this five years from now, but tonight it's all there is.It's two p.m. and the kids have covered themselves - outside and in! - with petroleum jelly, in just under thirty seconds. You know this could never happen to anyone else. Could it?No Parent Is An Island explores those moments when life becomes ... an adventure! For author Paula Johanson, it has been an adventure complicated by twins, a farm, and a partner with an overdeveloped sense of humour. To say nothing of pigs, splendid isolation, and forgotten territory. As Paula writes: Sometimes all it takes is a single lyric, like the Travelling Willburys singing "I've been robbed and ridiculed/ in daycare centres and night schools/ handle me with care" to get people in daycare centres and night schools across a continent singing bits of a song, all that season, while rocking their kids. Doublejoy Books is pleased to present this new edition of No Parent Is An Island, a celebrated book that is now the first book in the Slice of Life series by Paula Johanson. Look for the sequel Working Parent with more family stories! The series goes on with Under The Plow, a collection of Johanson's popular op-ed columns for a rural newspaper. "Paula Johanson chronicles the adventure of parenthood with wry wit and ironic accuracy." - Jim Holland, editor, Island Parent magazine "I thoroughly enjoyed reading Paula's insight into parenting. I laughed (to tears) along with her at the antics of her children (and husband) and found myself nodding agreement over life's trials. Paula has found a way to survive with a smile. This book is a very pleasant reminder that children are fun, even when they challenge us to the Moon." - Christine Stusek, mother of three, artist, daycare provider "This book helped me stay sane when my kids were small. It's just the right size to keep in the bathroom." - eager fan who bought two more autographed copies to give her friends.
