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Dragons Don't Cook Pizza: A Graphix Chapters Book (The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids Graphix)
by Marcia Thornton Jones Debbie DadeyThere may -- or may not -- be a dragon in the pizzeria in this funny and spooky graphic novel from Graphix Chapters.Get drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers aged 6 - 8. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers.When the Bailey School Kids visit Jewel's Pizza Castle, they think they're in for just a regular pizza party, despite the fun medieval decor. But when they see smoke and hear roars coming from the kitchen, they wonder what's going on. Could Sir George be keeping a dragon there?
Dreadful
by Caitlin RozakisA sharp-witted, debut high fantasy farce featuring killer moat squid, toxic masculinity, evil wizards and a garlic festival - all at once. Perfect for fans of T. Kingfisher, K. J. Parker and Travis Baldree.It&’s bad enough waking up in a half-destroyed evil wizard&’s workshop with no eyebrows, no memories, and no idea how long you have before the Dread Lord Whomever shows up to murder you horribly and then turn your skull into a goblet or something.It&’s a lot worse when you realize that Dread Lord Whomever is… you.Gav isn&’t really sure how he ended up with a castle full of goblins, or why he has a princess locked in a cell. All he can do is play along with his own evil plan in hopes of getting his memories back before he gets himself killed. But as he realizes that nothing – from the incredibly tasteless cloak adorned with flames to the aforementioned princess – is quite what it seems, Gav must face up to all the things the Dread Lord Gavrax has done. And he&’ll have to answer the hardest question of all – who does he want to be?A high fantasy farce featuring killer moat squid, toxic masculinity, an evil wizard convocation, and a garlic festival. All at once. All in all, Dread Lord Gavrax has had better weeks.
The Dress Doctor
by Edith Head Jane Kesner ArdmoreStep behind the scenes of Hollywood's Golden Age with Edith Head's The Dress Doctor. This captivating book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and career of Edith Head, the legendary costume designer whose visionary work earned her a record-breaking eight Academy Awards and solidified her status as a fashion icon.The Dress Doctor is a delightful and insightful memoir that chronicles Edith Head's illustrious career in the film industry. With wit and charm, Head shares her experiences of designing costumes for some of the most famous stars of the silver screen, including Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, and Elizabeth Taylor. Her detailed anecdotes bring to life the glamour and excitement of Hollywood, as well as the challenges and triumphs of creating iconic fashion moments.Edith Head's unique perspective offers readers an insider's view of the creative process behind the scenes. She provides practical advice on style and design, drawing from her extensive knowledge and experience in the industry. Whether discussing the art of tailoring, the importance of color, or the intricacies of fabric selection, Head's expertise shines through, making this book an invaluable resource for fashion enthusiasts and aspiring designers.Throughout The Dress Doctor, Head's passion for her craft is evident. Her innovative designs and keen eye for detail helped shape the visual aesthetic of countless classic films. From the elegant gowns in Roman Holiday to the sophisticated ensembles in Rear Window, Head's work continues to inspire and influence the world of fashion and costume design. Join Edith Head on a journey through the dazzling world of Hollywood fashion, and discover the stories behind the costumes that captivated audiences and defined an era. The Dress Doctor is a timeless tribute to a true legend of design, offering readers a rare and intimate look at the creative genius of Edith Head.
Drunk-ish: A Memoir of Loving and Leaving Alcohol
by Stefanie Wilder-TaylorFrom the author of Sippy Cups Are Not for Chardonnay, a hilariously candid and refreshingly honest account of Stefanie Wilder-Taylor&’s journey to breaking up with alcohol for good. When Stefanie Wilder-Taylor became a mother, being able to connect with other moms over drinks or enjoy a glass of wine at the end of a stressful day felt life-affirming. From liquor cabinet concoctions in high school to tequila shots in her early stand-up comedy days to grocery store wine in young motherhood, alcohol was the seasoning that could give almost any activity more flavor. A drink instantly took the edge off and made even the most difficult adversary (be it a tough crowd in a comedy club or a judgmental PTA mom) not just bearable but fun. As the years go by, Stefanie wonders if her relationship with alcohol is different from other people&’s. Is everyone else struggling this hard to moderate? Is it even legal to watch The Bachelor without a glass of white wine? Having spent a lifetime grappling with the question of whether or not she is a &“real&” alcoholic, one evening brings Stefanie close to the edge of losing it all. Miraculously unscathed, she decides that she doesn&’t need to dive all the way down to a stereotypical rock bottom before deciding to stop drinking; if sobriety will improve her life, that&’s a good enough reason to quit. Stefanie&’s memoir is a tender and funny farewell letter to a beloved but toxic friend.
Earls Trip (Earls Trip #1)
by Jenny HolidayTed Lasso meets Bridgerton for a 19th century spin on The Hangover in USA Today bestselling author Jenny Holiday&’s laugh-out-loud bromantic comedy featuring three Regency-era Earls on their annual trip – ride-or-die buddies offering one another unconditional support in everything from Lady problems to family woes."One of the best historical romances I've read in years. I truly felt like the characters were falling in love." —Julia Quinn, bestselling author of the Bridgerton novels Even an earl needs his ride-or-dies, and Archibald Fielding-Burton, the Earl of Harcourt, counts himself lucky to have two. The annual trip that Archie takes with his BFFs Simon and Effie holds a sacred spot in their calendars. This year Archie is especially eager to get away until an urgent letter arrives from an old family friend, begging him to help prevent a ruinous scandal. Suddenly the trip has become earls-plus-girls, as Archie&’s childhood pals, Clementine and Olive Morgan, are rescued en route to Gretna Green. This…complicates matters. The fully grown Clementine, while as frank and refreshing as he remembers, is also different to the wild, windswept girl he knew. This Clem is complex and surprising—and adamantly opposed to marriage. Which, for reasons Archie dare not examine too closely, he finds increasingly vexing. Then Clem makes him an indecent and quite delightful proposal, asking him to show her the pleasures of the marriage bed before she settles into spinsterhood. And what kind of gentleman would he be to refuse a lady?
Earls Trip: Sneak Peek (Earls Trip)
by Jenny HolidayBe one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition!Ted Lasso meets Bridgerton for a 19th century spin on The Hangover in USA Today bestselling author Jenny Holiday&’s laugh-out-loud bromantic comedy featuring three Regency-era Earls on their annual trip—ride-or-die buddies offering one another unconditional support in everything from Lady problems to family woes.Even an earl needs his ride-or-dies, and Archibald Fielding-Burton, the Earl of Harcourt, counts himself lucky to have two. The annual trip that Archie takes with his BFFs Simon and Effie holds a sacred spot in their calendars. This year Archie is especially eager to get away until an urgent letter arrives from an old family friend, begging him to help prevent a ruinous scandal. Suddenly the trip has become earls-plus-girls, as Archie&’s childhood pals, Clementine and Olive Morgan, are rescued en route to Gretna Green.This…complicates matters. The fully grown Clementine, while as frank and refreshing as he remembers, is also different to the wild, windswept girl he knew. This Clem is complex and surprising—and adamantly opposed to marriage. Which, for reasons Archie dare not examine too closely, he finds increasingly vexing.Then Clem makes him an indecent and quite delightful proposal, asking him to show her the pleasures of the marriage bed before she settles into spinsterhood. And what kind of gentleman would he be to refuse a lady?
Early Sobrieties: A Novel
by Michael Deagler"&“Just give me one more day,&” Monk says, and &“Early Sobrieties&” is such a wise and piercing book that we believe him."—Charlie Lee, The New York Times Book Review"Michael Deagler is the real deal." —Percival Everett, 2023 Windham Campbell Prize recipient and author of Dr. NoDon&’t worry about what Dennis Monk did when he was drinking. He&’s sober now, ready to rejoin the world of leases and paychecks, reciprocal friendships and healthy romances—if only the world would agree to take him back. When his working-stiff parents kick him out of their suburban home, mere months into his frangible sobriety, the 26-year-old spends his first dry summer couch surfing through South Philadelphia, struggling to find a place for himself in the throng of adulthood.Monk&’s haphazard pilgrimage leads him through a city in flux: growing, gentrifying, haunted by its history and its unrealized potential. Everyone he knew from college seems to be doing better than him—and most of them aren&’t even doing that well. His run-ins with former classmates, estranged drinking buddies, and prospective lovers challenge his version of events past and present, revealing that recovery is not the happy ending he&’d expected, only a fraught next chapter.Like a sober, millennial Jesus&’ Son, Michael Deagler&’s debut novel is the poignant confession of a recovering addict adrift in the fragmenting landscape of America&’s middle class. Shot through with humor, hubris, and hard-earned insight, Early Sobrieties charts the limbos that exist between our better and worst selves, offering a portrait of a stifled generation collectively slouching towards grace.
Easter Jokes for Kids: Over 300 egg-cellent jokes! (Joke Books for Kids)
by Elle OwellHow do you send a letter to the Easter bunny?By hare mail!What do you call a mischievous Easter egg?A practical yolker!Entertain your friends and family with these side-splitting jokes, guaranteed to add eggs-tra fun to Easter!This joke book is packed with over 300 hilarious jokes about chocolate eggs, the Easter bunny and springtime silliness. These jokes will be the hoppiest addition to your Easter celebrations, guaranteed to bring joy to the whole family.
Effie Olsen's Summer Special
by Rochelle BilowThese childhood best friends swore they&’d never speak again. But a surprise summer reunion changes everything when it gives them the chance to turn up the heat. Effie Olsen thought she&’d never live on the tiny Maine island where she grew up, but she&’s returning from sixteen years as a professional chef in far-flung countries for one summer and one summer only. Her hometown boasts one of the best restaurants in the US, and lucky for her, Brown Butter needs a sous chef. Effie's eager for a chance at redemption after her last job went up in flames, but reluctant to set down roots in a place that reminds her of the ghosts of her past. Until, that is, she runs into Ernie Callahan, her onetime best friend who now works in the very same restaurant. Early morning swims and late-night games of truth or dare with Ernie remind her of what she&’s been missing while traveling the world. He knows her better than anyone, and it doesn&’t hurt that his smile lights her up brighter than the lighthouses dotting the craggy coastline. But their restaurant has a secret that&’s bursting at the seams, and if Effie doesn&’t keep it, her job will vanish into the foggy Maine air. As summer draws to a close, her dream job and the perfect guy are both within reach. Her salty seaside hometown might be the key to Effie&’s sweet ending...if she can learn to let her heart lead the way in time.
Eine Prise Salz (Three Sisters Catering #1)
by Bethany LopezIm vergangenen Jahr war die talentierte Köchin Millie damit beschäftigt, zusammen mit ihren Schwestern Dru und Tasha ihrem neuen Catering-Unternehmen zu Erfolg zu verhelfen. Erst als Jackson durch die Tür tritt, wird ihr klar, dass in ihrem Lebensrezept möglicherweise etwas fehlt. Seit einem Jahr bewältigt Jackson die Folgen der Trennung von seiner Frau. Als alleinerziehender Vater seiner achtjährigen Tochter versucht er, die Lücke zu füllen, die ihre Mutter hinterlassen hat. Erst als er Millie für die Geburtstagsfeier seiner Tochter beauftragt, erkennt er, dass er vergessen hat, dass er nicht nur ein Vater ist – sondern auch ein Mann. Sie denken beide, dass sie mit ihrem Leben zufrieden sind, aber manchmal kann die richtige Menge an Würze aus einem guten Gericht ein großartiges machen. Eine Prise Salz könnte alles sein, was nötig ist, um Millie und Jackson das zu geben, was sie vermisst haben.
Escargot and the Search for Spring (Escargot)
by Dashka SlaterA cute French snail sets off on a springtime adventure with an adorable bunny in this laugh-out-loud fourth picture book in the bestselling Escargot series—the perfect gift for Easter or all year round. Bonjour! After a long winter spent indoors, Escargot can’t wait to look outside for the first signs of Spring. Will he find a new friend in the fluffy white bunny he meets along the way? From New York Times–bestselling author Dashka Slater and former Pixar animator Sydney Hanson, Escargot and the Search for Spring is an irresistibly sweet and charming story about unlikely friendship, changing seasons, and springtime fun. This hilarious and interactive addition to the award-winning Escargot series is the ideal read aloud for story time and animal lovers alike. Don’t miss Escargot’s other funny and heartwarming adventures for kids ages 4-6 in: ● Escargot (also available as a board book for babies and toddlers up to 3 years old)● A Book for Escargot● Love, Escargot (also available as a board book for babies and toddlers up to 3 years old)
Even If It Breaks Your Heart: A Novel
by Erin HahnA heart-buckling ride of a romance by beloved author Erin Hahn, Even If It Breaks Your Heart is about two teens finding out that sometimes, the hardest part of discovering what you want is getting the courage to pursue it.The only thing keeping nineteen-year-old Case Michaels together after the death of his best friend, Walker, is a list Walker left behind of things he wants Case to accomplish in his absence. So far, though, Case hasn’t even been able to continue riding bulls in the rodeo circuit, something he’s done his entire life, balking at the thought of competing without Walker by his side. But the list? Case is determined to follow it to the letter– and he follows it all the way to Winnie Sutton.Eighteen-year-old Winnie Sutton just wants to keep her family together. She graduated high school early to work long shifts at the Michaels family ranch so she can support her younger siblings and a father who’s more than happy to let Winnie fill the responsible parent role. If she sometimes sneaks out to ride the horses herself and forget about life for a while– well, that’s no one else’s business– until the day she crashes headfirst into Case Michaels. Case sees her riding skills and immediately ropes her into competing for the ranch and becoming his friend.Winnie and Case couldn’t be more different, but Case can’t help but be inspired by Winnie’s badly-hidden passion for riding and competition. And there’s something about Case that makes Winnie want to try grasping onto a dream for herself, whether that’s a shot at a rodeo trophy, the annoyingly handsome rancher’s son who won’t leave her alone, or maybe both.
Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies: A Novel (The Vacation Mysteries #1)
by Catherine MackTen days, eight suspects, six cities, five authors, three bodies . . . one trip to die for."Quick, captivating, and oh-so-much-fun! This delicious mystery is as spellbinding as Knives Out."—Elle Cosimano, New York Times bestselling author of the Finlay Donovan seriesAll that bestselling author Eleanor Dash wants is to get through her book tour in Italy and kill off her main character, Connor Smith, in the next in her Vacation Mysteries series—is that too much to ask?Clearly, because when an attempt is made on the real Connor’s life—the handsome but infuriating con man she got mixed up with ten years ago and now can't get out of her life—Eleanor’s enlisted to help solve the case.Contending with literary competitors, rabid fans, a stalker—and even her ex, Oliver, who turns up unexpectedly—theories are bandied about, and rivalries, rifts, and broken hearts are revealed. But who’s really trying to get away with murder?Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies is the irresistible and hilarious series debut from Catherine Mack, introducing bestselling fictional author Eleanor Dash on her Italian book tour that turns into a real-life murder mystery, as her life starts to imitate the world in her books.
The Excitements: Two sprightly ninety-year-olds seek revenge in this feelgood mystery for fans of Richard Osman
by CJ Wray'I will be thinking about Penny, Josephine and Archie for a while yet!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A fun and entertaining story that made me laugh out loud!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Highly recommend!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐_____________________________________________________________A charming, uplifting and cosy mystery about two national treasures hiding official secrets and double lives - perfect for fans of THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB.Revenge is a dish best served old...Meet the Williamson sisters, Britain's most treasured World War II veterans. Now in their nineties, Josephine and Penny are in demand, popping up at commemorative events all over the country. Despite their age, they're in great form-sprightly and sparky, and always in search of their next "excitement." This time it's a trip to Paris to receive the Légion d'honneur, accompanied by their devoted great-nephew, Archie.Archie suspects the sisters are hiding secrets about their wartime careers. And this trip to Paris is not what it seems either. Scandal and crime have quietly trailed the sisters since the war. Now armed with new information about an old adversary can these much decorated (but admittedly ancient) veterans pull off one last heist before the curtain comes down on their illustrious careers?Penny and Josephine will return for more adventures in Jinx, coming in Spring 2025._____________________________________________________________ 'Funny, thrilling and brilliantly researched.' SJ Bennett'It's P.G. Wodehouse meets Dear Mrs Bird and it's utterly wonderful.' Annie Lyons 'Utterly charming and engrossing' Jenny Colgan 'A glorious, rip-roaring adventure, so funny and charming, yet laced with unexpected moments of real tenderness and reflection' Lucy Dillon'The literary equivalent to a perfect Martini, The Excitements is sharp, delicious, instantly mood-lifting and utterly intoxicating.' Kate Eberlen'Not all heroes wear capes, some wear M&S cardigans! A triumph!' Mike Gayle'A sublime mix of comedy, drama and adventure' Jill Mansell'Just pure joy from start to finish.' Alexandra Potter'I couldn't get enough of the wonderful Williamsons. More please!' Holly Hepburn
Experienced: A Novel
by Kate Young&“A fizzing, lip-chewing, collar-bone biting, palm-sweating roller-coaster of a rom-com that is both the sexiest book you'll read all year and the most heartening.&” —Caroline O'Donoghue, New York Times bestselling author of The Rachel Incident&“A joyful, exhilarating romp of a romance!&” —Ashley Herring Blake, bestselling author of Iris Kelly Doesn&’t Date Bette is in love for the first time in her life. Finally, everything makes sense. Until it doesn&’t.As Bette approached thirty, she realized something big: she&’s into women. And then she fell for Mei, who&’s entirely perfect. Until, out of the blue, Mei suggests they take a break. She wants Bette to have the opportunity she missed out on in her twenties: to explore the queer dating scene, and then return certain about their future, her desires, and herself.Reluctantly, Bette sets out on a mission: date hot women and have hot casual sex, before returning to her loving girlfriend. Maybe, put that way, it doesn&’t sound so bad…Often heady and thrilling, occasionally cringe, Bette&’s odyssey will take her to some unexpected places. But with her new friend, the gorgeous and self-assured Ruth, as her queer dating guide, Bette can&’t possibly fail. Right?
Experienced
by Kate YoungA fresh, sexy romantic comedy about a newly-out lesbian finding herself, finding her people and finding her partner—in that order.Bette is in love for the first time in her life. When she turned 30, she realized she likes women and fell for Mei. Finally, everything makes sense. Until, out of the blue, Mei suggests they take a break so that Bette can go and do all the exploring she missed out on in her twenties—for her to plunge into the queer dating scene and return to Mei clearer about her desires, her preferences and her choice to be with Mei and Mei alone.So, reluctantly, Bette is set on a mission: Date lots of hot women and have lots of hot casual sex, so she can come back to Mei and what she really wants. Put that way, maybe it doesn't sound so bad?Bette's dating odyssey takes her to unexpected places, some cringingly disastrous, some heady and thrilling. Between dates, she learns to lean on her community and shake off the awkwardness of coming into self-understanding in her thirties. Not least, it turns out that love is waiting where she doesn't even expect to find it.
Fairest of All: A Graphic Novel (Whatever After)
by Sarah MlynowskiThe magic of the New York Times and PW bestselling Whatever After series comes to life in this brand-new graphic novel adaptation that will appeal to fans of Raina and Wings of Fire alike! Fractured fairy tales have never been this fun.Once upon a time, Abby and her little brother, Jonah, were ordinary kids. The next minute? The mirror in their basement slurped them up and magically transported them into the fairy tale of Snow White.Yes, really!When Abby and Jonah stop Snow from eating the poison apple, they think they're heroes. But wait! If Snow doesn't die, she won't meet her prince and get her happy ending. Oops.Now it's up to Abby and Jonah-- with some help from Snow and the seven dwarfs--to outwit the witch and save the famous fairy tale in time.But what if Snow's REAL happy ending is something else entirely?Bestselling author Sarah Mlynowski and award-winning illustrator Anu Chouhan join forces to bring us this vibrant, action-packed, enchanting graphic novel adventure that will appeal to fans of fairy tales, Raina Telgemeier, The Land of Stories, and all magical, empowering adventures.
The (Fake) Dating Game
by Timothy Janovsky&“Game show antics, idiots in love, and a healthy dose of steam…this book is everything I want in a romance novel!&” —Alison Cochrun, author of The Charm Offensive and Kiss Her Once for MeReady. Set. Faux.Holden James picked the worst time to have a meltdown. His chance to audition for his favorite game show, Madcap Market, should have been a moment of triumph—a glorious, loving homage to his adored mom, who died six years ago. Instead, he&’s destroying the minibar in a grim Los Angeles hotel room…recently dumped, partnerless and sliding into misery.But at least the hotel service is sublime. It even comes with an unfairly fit and sexy (smart-ass) concierge who arrives at the door with pizza, Monopoly and deliciously distracting forearms.All Holden knows about Leo Min is that he&’s beautiful and unexpectedly sympathetic, and the chemistry between them is beyond. Maybe it&’s even enough to convince everyone, including the show&’s casting directors, that they&’re a real couple. All they&’d have to do is crush the competition, win the huge cash prize and all of Holden&’s problems—his broken heart, his buried grief, his complete lack of money and direction—will be fixed.Of course, reality doesn&’t quite work out that way. But love is an entirely different game…From showing up to glowing up, these characters are on the path to leading their best lives and finding sizzling romance along the way.Don&’t miss these other fun titles from Afterglow Books:The Bookbinder&’s Guide to Love by Katherine GarberaThe Devil in Blue Jeans by Stacey KennedyFrenemy Fix-Up by Yahrah St. JohnThe Boyfriend Subscription by Steven SalvatoreManila Takes Manhattan by Carla de GuzmanFake Flame by Adele BuckOut of Office by A.H. Cunningham
Fake Flame (First Responders #1)
by Adele BuckIn this fun, fast-paced romantic comedy, a bookish firefighter who knows his Jane Austen suggests a little fake dating to fend off an ex. What&’s a feminist English professor to do—except say yes… You can&’t fake heat like this…To an observer, hauling a baby grand piano onto a college quad to publicly serenade an ex might seem like a romantic gesture. To literature professor Eva Campbell, it&’s the latest manipulative move by a cheating jerk who won&’t take a hint. Plus, she never liked that song anyway.Setting the piano on fire might be an overreaction, but Eva&’s at the end of her rope, at least until hot young firefighter Sean Hannigan talks her down. And that&’s not all Sean does. Soon he&’s offering to be Eva&’s fake boyfriend to get her creepy ex off her back. Unexpected, maybe, but there&’s something about Sean—beyond the angelic face and take-me-now body—that makes Eva say yes.Sean battles infernos for a living, reads romance on the side and is a straight-up, family-loving good guy. Eva&’s not sure she&’s ready for the danger he poses to her jaded heart. Given their differences, a relationship can&’t last, right? But the line between fake and real keeps blurring, daring her to take the biggest risk of all…From showing up to glowing up, these characters are on the path to leading their best lives and finding sizzling romance along the way.Don&’t miss these other fun titles from Afterglow Books:The (Fake) Dating Game by Timothy JanovskyThe Bookbinder&’s Guide to Love by Katherine GarberaThe Devil in Blue Jeans by Stacey KennedyFrenemy Fix-Up by Yahrah St. JohnThe Boyfriend Subscription by Steven SalvatoreManila Takes Manhattan by Carla de GuzmanOut of Office by A.H. Cunningham
Famous Freaks: Weird and Shocking Facts About Famous Figures
by Deborah WarrenDid you know Thomas Edison proposed to his wife in Morse code? Or that the CIA considered covering Castro&’s shoes in thallium to get rid of his iconic beard? The strange facts and foibles of history&’s famous figures are divulged in Famous Freaks. The book is a fun, bite sized compendium of the weird and unbelievable. Big names—small disclosures. Important historical data—little to none. This book can be picked up and read anywhere, from any starting point. Skim a section or just peruse a page, but you may find yourself hooked after reading a few of the hilariously strange entries inside. Deborah Warren, whose work has appeared in The New Yorker and The Paris Review, deals out the strange facts of history&’s famous with a poetic style and a sense of humor. The collected details, those which history might rather have forgotten, are given their place in the spotlight. Start from the front, but if it&’s not your thing, flip around the pages. There are plenty of Famous Freaks inside.
Fangirl Down (Big Shots #1)
by Tessa Bailey#1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey launches a super sexy sports romance duology with a rom-com about a bad boy professional athlete who falls for his biggest fan... <p><p> Wells Whitaker was once golf's hottest rising star, but lately, all he has to show for his "promising" career is a killer hangover, a collection of broken clubs, and one remaining supporter. No matter how bad he plays, the beautiful, sunny redhead is always on the sidelines. He curses, she cheers. He scowls, she smiles. But when Wells quits in a blaze of glory and his fangirl finally goes home, he knows he made the greatest mistake of his life. <p><p> Josephine Doyle believed in the gorgeous, grumpy golfer, even when he didn't believe in himself. Yet after he throws in the towel, she begins to wonder if her faith was misplaced. Then a determined Wells shows up at her door with a wild proposal: be his new caddy, help him turn his game around, and split the prize money. And considering Josephine's professional and personal life is in shambles, she could really use the cash... <p><p> As they travel together, spending days on the green and nights in neighboring hotel rooms, sparks fly. Before long, they're inseparable, Wells starts winning again, and Josephine is surprised to find a sweet, thoughtful guy underneath his gruff, growly exterior. This hot man wants to brush her hair, feed her snacks, and take bubble baths together? Is this real life? But Wells is technically her boss and an athlete falling for his fangirl would be ridiculous... right? <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Fast Forward: A heart-warming and laugh-out-loud romantic comedy
by Juliet MadisonWhat if you found yourself living your future life? Aspiring supermodel Kelli Crawford seems destined to marry her hotshot photographer boyfriend—but on her twenty-fifth birthday she wakes up in an entirely different world . . . Suddenly, she sn&’t twenty-five; she&’s turning fifty. She doesn&’t have a big-deal boyfriend; she has a nerdy husband. She also has demanding adult children, a grandchild on the way, and symptoms of menopause. Not to mention a whole lot of very confusing technology to figure out. While Kelli &“celebrates&” her Big Five-O birthday, she desperately schemes to get back to her glorious past. But what if there&’s no way out—and what if her future proves to be the life she really wants to lead?
Feminism and the Religious Significance of Laughing Bodies
by Nicole GrahamThis book identifies the significance of the body through a feminist reconceptualisation of laughter as a means of insight.It positions itself within the emerging scholarship on religion and humour but distinguishes itself by moving away from the emphasis on humour and instead focuses on the place and role of laughter. Through a feminist reading of laughter, which is grounded in the philosophical and psychological works of William James, this book emphasises the importance of the body to offer an exploration of laughter as a means of insight. In doing so, it challenges the classificatory orders of knowledge by recognising and arguing for the value of the body in the creation of knowledge and understanding. To demonstrate the centrality of the body for insight laughter, and thus the creation of knowledge, this book engages with laughter within three thematic areas: religious experience, gendered experiences of laughter, and the ethics of laughter.This book will be of interest to students and researchers in religious studies, theology, gender studies, humour studies, philosophy, and the history of ideas.
Finding Mr. Purrfect
by Codi GaryFull of cats, coffee, and charm, this laugh-out-loud, fake-dating romance between a brilliant baker and a charismatic commitment-phobe is the perfect treat for fans of Lyssa Kay Adams and Jasmine Guillory. Frenemies + Fake Dating = Falling for the wrong person…for all the right reasons Charity Simmons may have great taste in friends, felines, and fruit tarts, but if there&’s one thing the baker and co-owner of Meow and Furever Cat Café knows, it&’s that she has horrible taste in men. Case in point: Will Schwartz. He may be the best friend of her best friend&’s boyfriend, but after their one night together, Charity is positive Will&’s nothing but a womanizing charmer—despite his nice-guy persona and adorable, crooked smile. So why then did she pick him to pretend date to get her parents off her back about being single? Will Schwartz may give relationships a hard pass, but he&’s not about to say no to fake dating Charity. She&’s brilliant, hilarious, and best of all, she&’ll put an end to his mother&’s interrogations about his love life. And maybe, after all this time giving him the cold shoulder, Charity will finally warm up to him. But it&’s not long before Will and Charity realize they got much more than they bargained for--and they&’re freaking out. What if what they have isn't make believe but the real, forever kind of love?
Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice: 'the perfect blend of mystery and romcom' Ali Hazelwood (The Finlay Donovan Series #4)
by Elle Cosimano'I adore everything about it . . . the perfect blend of mystery and romcom' ALI HAZELWOODFinlay and Vero need a girls' weekend away...Some peace and quiet to negotiate with a dangerous loan shark, save Vero's childhood crush Javi, and find a stolen car. But Finlay's mother and ex-husband Steven are dead set on catching a ride to Atlantic City.At their casino hotel, the trip takes a nosedive. Javi's kidnapper, Marco, won't negotiate, demanding to know the whereabouts of his missing nephew, Ike. Then Marco turns up dead - leaving Finlay and Vero as main suspects in his murder.To get out of Atlantic City in one piece, they'll need to stay on top of one jealous ex-husband, one hot cop, two precocious kids, and yet another decomposing body.All bets are off.This time, Finlay can't leave anything to chance.⭐ PRAISE FOR FINLAY DONOVAN ⭐'I love Finlay Donovan so much I would 100% hide a body for her'JESSE Q. SUTANTO, author of Dial A for Aunties'Finlay Donovan is irresistible!' JANET EVANOVICH'Skilfully combines suspense and laughs'NEW YORK TIMES'Funny and smart, twisty and surprising - Finlay Donovan is a character to root for'MEGAN MIRANDA