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Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Zipper Accidents: And Other Cringe-worthy Events (Uncle John's Bathroom Reader)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteFor 25 years, there's always been a home in Uncle John's Bathroom Reader for those times in life you wish you could take back--"oops" moments, embarrassing accidents, spectacular failures. Because we never get tired of reading about unfortunate accidents (as long as they're happening to someone else), here is a whole book of "the best of the worst," the troubling and funny stories of things got terribly awry.Read all about- The little math error that took down a spaceship.- A sexy stimulant that led to a man's multiple amputations.- The politician who lost by one vote . . . because he was out campaigning and forgot to vote.- The couple that won millions in the lottery . . . and lost the ticket.
Uncle John's Beer-Topia: A Heady Brew of Beer Miscellany
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteFor more than 25 years, Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader has helped readers amazing things they didn’t know (and amazing things you didn’t know you didn’t know). Now, Uncle John’s tackles one of the world’s best loved and — fastest growing interests — beer. Pull up a stool and chug a pint of Beer-Topia, a rich, deep-bodied keg of beer knowledge, beer trivia, beer history, and beer fun. In recent years, beer has evolved from the swill your uncle drank at the bowling alley to the explosively-popular “microbrew” culture. There’s a lot to explore about the beer phenomenon, and Beer-Topia will plumb the depths. What’s on tap: • The histories and origins of all the different styles of beers • Interesting (and weird) beer flavors • The science of beer, and how it’s made • Crazy beer-related news stories • Beer terminology • Funny microbrew names • And lots, lots more!
Uncle John's Briefs: Quick Bits of Fascinating Facts and Amazing Trivia
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteGot a minute to spare? That's all you'll need to get a quick hit of great bathroom reading! After hearing from our fans that they'd love an edition with all our best short stuff, we pored through more than 100 past editions to bring you the all-time greatest one- and two-page articles we've ever written. Result: Uncle John's Briefs is chock full of thousands of great facts and hundreds of quick hits covering history, origins, blunders, sports, pop science, and entertainment--plus a sprinkling of riddles, puns, anagrams, and other classic wordplay. Just open up to any one of these 288 pages. Who knows what you might find? Read about...The secrets of top-secret spy lingoThe monkey that got a head transplant...and livedUncle John's all-time favorite "Stall of Fame" winnersBizarre recipes: jellied moose nose, steamed muskrat legs, and haggisThe worst movie bloopers from Best Picture Oscar winnersThe man who built Death Valley's "Castle in the Desert"The little-known story of the best deal in sports historyHow to decipher the hidden codes a dollar billSinister left-handed factsEarth's greatest hitsAnd much, much more!
Uncle John's Canoramic Bathroom Reader (Uncle John's Bathroom Reader)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteThe twenty-seventh Bathroom Reader in the beloved, bizarre trivia series with more than fifteen million copies in print! At a whopping 544 pages, Uncle John&’s Canoramic Bathroom Reader is overflowing with everything that Bathroom Readers&’ Institute fans have come to expect from this bestselling trivia series: fascinating history, silly science, obscure origins . . . plus fads, blunders, wordplay, quotes, and a few surprises (such as some of the &“creative&” methods people have used to pay off their alimony). And yes, Uncle John&’s latest masterpiece is guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your can! So hang on tight as you read about . . . • Hairy superstitions • Animals who act like people • The Mother of the Father of our Country • Really BIG Things • Eugene Vidocq—the world&’s first private eye • Bill Gates and his &“Toilet Challenge&” • Unclassified: The story of the Freedom of Information Act • How to behave like a gentleman . . . 16th century style • Great Gushers: The world&’s most incredible oil strikes • Who&’s the Suzette in Crepe Suzette? • Happy Sewerage Day! And much, much more!
Uncle John's Colossal Collection of Quotable Quotes
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteAficionados of the Bathroom Reader have long remarked on Uncle John's ability to select quintessential quotations. The ever-accommodating Uncle John has responded to this shameless praise by flushing out the all-time best and most hilarious quotes to form this cunning compilation. Highlights include Five Things You Should Never Do ("Never test the depth of a river with both feet"), Seven Classic Shakespearean Insults ("Thy food is such as hath been belch'd on by infected lungs"), and pithy rock talk from the likes of Ozzy Osbourne, Neil Young, and Frank Zappa ("Rock journalism is people who can't write interviewing people who can't talk for people who can't read.").
Uncle John's Electrifying Bathroom Reader For Kids Only! Collectible Edition (For Kids Only #2)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteCollect your very own copy of this Uncle John's Bathroom Reader For Kids Only with all-new illustrations! The shocking truth is that Uncle John's For Kids Only! books are nearly as popular as the big editions-and Electrifying is so awesome it'll make kids' hair stand on end. Illustrated and easy to read, this book is full of fascinating articles, fun games, forgotten history, silly science, myths and legends, jokes, weird sports, and more. And at the bottom of each page-288 in all-are Uncle John's famous "running feet" facts, like this one: Bald eagle nests can weigh up to two tons-more than a compact car. What else is in here? Lots of great short stories! For example:-The mysterious goings-on in the Bermuda Triangle-How not to get struck by lightning-The history of the @ sign-Test your phobia IQ-Real-life X-men-Royal slobs-Decoding Harry Potter-Flying octopi at pro hockey games-Newspaper kids from a century ago who went on strike...and won...And much, much more!Testimonials: "The Bathroom Readers are the most interesting and coolest things around..." Jennifer S."I'm not big into reading long and boring books. Ever since I have discovered your book, I cannot put it down! It's perfect for people like me!" Raelyn H., age
Uncle John's The Enchanted Toilet Bathroom Reader for Kids Only!: Bathroom Reader For Kids Only! (For Kids Only)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteThis legendary addition to the wildly successful For Kids Only! series is chock full of the fun facts and eye-popping illustrations that kids have come to love, but this time we've added something new: fractured fairy tales . . . in graphic-novel style! They're brought to life in full color by some of today's best children's book illustrators. But wait, there's more! The Enchanted Toilet also has a whole bunch of mystical activities--including crafts, recipes, poems, jokes, tongue twisters, and a few magical experiments. All you have to do is wave your magic wand and click your heels together three times. You'll be enchanted by . . .Fantastic facts!- Real-life princesses (including one with a tattoo!)- Ninja: secrets of the invisible warriors- Where there be dragons- The human magnet and other dark wizards- The real-life HogwartsEnchanting activities!- How to make a wand- Using treats to catch a leprechaun- Transforming metals with alchemy- Sir Uncle John's "Guide to Training Your Dragon"Twisted tales!- "The Cockroach, the Mouse, and the Cricket"- "The Fairy Hedgehog"- "Ali Baba and the Forty Steves"- And a brand new King Arthur legend that involves...an enchanted toilet! And much, much more! <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Uncle John's Endlessly Engrossing Bathroom Reader (Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Annual)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteThe BRI's 22nd all-new edition-Uncle John's Endlessly Engrossing Bathroom Reader-is like reading several books all rolled into one: a history book, a weird news anthology, a science text, a dictionary, a how-to manual, a sports magazine, a joke book...and the list goes on and on. Since 1987, the Bathroom Readers' Institute has led the movement to stand up for those who sit down and read in the bathroom (and everywhere else for that matter). With more than 11 million books in print, the Uncle John's Bathroom Reader series is the longest-running, most popular series of its kind in the world.Where else could you learn about the lost cloud people of Peru, the world's first detective, and the history of surfing? Uncle John rules the world of information and humor, so get ready to be thoroughly entertained. Read all about...Soda pop flopsSpider farmsEngland's Secret UFO FilesReal hillbilly recipesWebster's least-wanted wordsSuper-trainsAnd much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Attack of the Foodies (Facts to Go #12)
by Bathroom Readers' InstitutePizza, chocolate, potatoes, grubs, coffee, croissants...grubs? Yes, grubs! In Attack of the Foodies, no food or beverage is safe from the culinary clutches of Uncle John. From around the world to your dinner table, this tasty e-book heaps a hefty helping of the BRI's all-time most filling food and drink articles, along with a few brand new creations we've been concocting in our kitchen. (Think of this e-book as sort of a "prequel" to our Bathroom Lore e-book. Get it?) So lick your chops, put on your bib, let out a big burp to create same space, and sink your fork into...-Diner lingo-Cheesy poetry-Kitchen science in the 21st century-Terrible foods invented on TV-The Americanization of the Italian pizza pie-Between the bleeps: the wisdom of Chef Gordon Ramsay-When good food turns bad: foods that have tried to kill us-Buffalo Sweat, Smoker's Cough, and other gross (but real) cocktails-And speaking of gross, a do-it-yourself recipe for Jell-O (it isn't pretty)And much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Bathroom Lore (Facts to Go #11)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteSome of the best bathroom reading we've ever squeezed out has been about the bathroom itself. And in this e-book, the hallowed throne gets its moment in the spotlight! Starting from prehistoric times, you'll learn the vital role that pee and poo have played in the course of human events. You'll also visit Uncle John's "Stall of Shame" and look at some of the cool (and bizarre) gadgets so you can spruce up your own throne room! Plus you'll get a hefty helping of bathroom quotes, graffiti, tips, and jokes! So flush away your troubles as you read about...-That '70s Bathroom-How to "go" abroad, on the Moon, and in ancient Rome-World leaders who perfected the fine art of "toilet diplomacy"-Mahatma Gandhi-saving the world, one bathroom at a time-Bathroom games (for when you don't feel like reading)-11 movies that Tom Hanks peed in-Lucky Finds-the privy edition-One story-20 bathroom puns. Can Uncle John do it? Pick up a copy of Bathroom Lore to find out!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Call of the Wild (Facts to Go #14)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteLions and tigers and bears, oh my! And plenty of other wild beasts (including wildebeests)! Whether you find it under a rock, in the sea, or up in the sky, if it has fangs, venom, horns, or an electric tail that really stings, you'll be much safer reading about it from the confines of this entertaining e-book. So let Uncle John be your safari guide as you sink your canines into...*Australia's deadliest...roos*What happens when a ten-ton whale leaps onto a 40-foot sailboat*Uncle John's Stall of Fame: Wild Edition*The gruesome fish that eats other fish...from the inside out*Behind the scenes: real animals that inspired books, music, and movies*The war between invasive and native species*How fire ants saved the life of a fallen skydiver*Which animal sayings are all wrong...and why*How fire ants saved the life of a fallen skydiver ...And much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Fads & Flops (Facts to Go #8)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteUncle John takes the nation by storm in this hip new e-book of Bathroom Reader classics and some brand-new articles! Fads & Flops is overflowing with stories of unlikely successes and colossal failures. So whether you were weaned on bell bottoms, parachute pants, baggy pants, or skinny jeans, you'll find the one thing that never goes out of style: great bathroom reading! Read about...-The world's stupidest business decisions-Playing real-life Pac-Man on the streets of New York City-From flop to fad: The Rocky Horror Picture Show-The ups and downs of the trampoline-Le Car and other le-mons-Turtles, Transformers, and Power Rangers-Shaky Etch-A-Sketch moments-What the backward messages in rock songs really mean-Dot BombsAnd much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go History Makers (Facts to Go #1)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteUncle John takes readers on a journey through the ages, shedding new light onto some of the past's most famous (and infamous) figures, and digging up obscure history you'd never learn in school. Featuring classic BRI articles along with some great all-new material, History Makers travels from the Far East to the Old West, from ancient times to the recent past, debunking myths and exposing the truth along the way. So wind up your wayback machine and read all about . . .- The lost "Cloud People" of Peru- Twelve countries that no longer exist- Looney English Lords- The mystery of Great Zimbabwe's ruins- What happens when a U.S. president goes bonkers- The strange fate of some famous body parts- History's most hilarious blunders- Building the Great Wall(s) of China- Some startling predictions that didn't pan out . . . and some that did.And much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go International Affairs (Facts to Go #16)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteTime to play “Around the World in 50 Pages!”Starting from the depths of the Bathroom Reader archives, you’ll be transported to exotic lands where you’ll learn the local customs and sample the curious cuisine (without those annoying stomach cramps). You’ll also meet some of the strangest people in the world, and you might even learn a new word or two. So hang on tight as you read about… • Why time travel movies were banned in China, and other fun things forbidden in foreign countries • How to give your business card to a Japanese businessman, and other handy travel tips • Uncle John's Stall of Fame• Racing sled dogs in the Arctic, running a marathon across the Moroccan desert, and floating a raft across the Atlantic • What’s all the buzz about in Amsterdam?• How to find your antipodes—the exact opposite side of the planet from you• The world's biggest blunders, best inventions, and worst disasters • Ronnie Biggs—Brazil’s most famous English fugitive• Worldly wisdom, including this from Charles Schulz: “Don’t worry about the world coming to an end today. It’s already tomorrow in Australia.”And much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Life is Strange (Facts to Go #6)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteUncle John donned his snorkel, dove head-first into the bottomless Bathroom Reader archives, and emerged with this one-of-a-kind e-book: Life Is Strange. Readers will be both delighted and dumbfounded as they scroll through the most peculiar articles that have ever graced our pages. And just make it even weirder, we've added several all-new tidbits to this strangest of brews. So we welcome you into a world of weird featuring...-The harrowing tale of piggybacking planes-The odd cult of The Big Lebowski-The Romance of Proctology and other strange-but-true book titles-The world's kookiest conspiracy theories (Example: "Smurfs are Commies.")-Christopher Walken speaks: weird events occur-The strangest TV shows ever made-How to cook a shrunken head-The Ethel Merman Disco Album, by Ethel Merman, who hated discoAnd much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Mad Science (Facts to Go #3)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteFrom the amazing to the amusing, this byte-sized collection will bring you the inside stories behind earth-shattering discoveries, accidental inventions, and outlandish studies. Featuring Uncle John's most mind-bending science articles--along with a few all-new "experiments"--this book will make you think, make you laugh, and make you ask yourself, "What the heck were they thinking?" Get ready to cackle like a mad scientist as you uncover the truth about . . .- The mystery of Tesla's death ray machine- How to reanimate the dead- The next space race: Interstellar travel- Serendipity: The origins of the microwave oven and Silly Putty- The eccentric Dr. Einstein- The simple science behind nuclear fission- "Pigeons' Ability to Discriminate Between Monet and Picasso" and other strange-but-true studies- Toilets in Spaaaaace!And much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Modern Mythology (Facts to Go #7)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteThe ancient Greeks had Zeus; today we have the Burger King...king. In Modern Mythology, you'll meet the world's most fascinating heroes, villains, and corporate spokesthingies. Featuring Bathroom Reader classics plus a few new treasures, you'll discover truths and untruths, and learn the real stories behind some of today's tallest tales. So sit back and let Uncle John take you on an epic journey of modern make-believe! Immerse yourself in...-Gnomes in the gnews-The Whopperknocker, Whirling Whumpus, and other cousins of Sasquatch-Ronald McDonald's relentless rise to the top-On tour with Paul Bunyan-5 Movies that mythed the point-Who was Kilroy, and why was he here?-Common misconceptions that refuse to go away-Urban Legends that turned out to be true-The secret of the Loch Ness Monster finally explained...and much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Mouthing Off (Facts to Go #10)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteIn the 26-year history of the Bathroom Readers' Institute, we have collected tens of thousands of the world's most memorable quotations. In this e-book, you'll find the very best of them (along with some newly-discovered utterances). From the profound to the sublime, from the witty to the stupid, after reading Mouthing Off, you'll never be at a loss for words again! Some highlights:-Surprisingly wise celebrities, cocky rock stars, and dumb jocks-When commentators misspeak, and other foot-in-mouth moments-What Mark Twain didn't say-Hollywood's all-time weirdest acceptance speeches-Talk show guests deemed too mouthy for TV-Wacky 911 calls and court transcripts-Ancient quotes that still resonate today-Modern pearls of wisdom, including actor (and racing enthusiast) Paul Newman's observation: "It is useless to put on your brakes when you're upside down."And much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Nice People (Facts to Go #9)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteThis very special e-book will lift your spirits with inspiring stories of heroism, overcoming adversity, random acts of kindness, wise thoughts, and some really weird tales of people who benefitted from amazing luck. So put on your rose-colored glasses and curl up with these Uncle John's gems-both old and new-that prove once and for all, the glass really is half full! Some heartwarming examples:-The origin of Mother's Day-Strangers who saved the lives of strangers-The anonymous good deed that led to the "Pay it Forward" movement-How Rodney Dangerfield finally got some respect-The biologist who wrote a book and gave birth to the modern environmental movement-The bus driver who gave a man his shoes-The heroes of September 11th-Crime-stopping kidsAnd much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Playtime! (Facts to Go #5)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteAlbert Einstein once said, "Play is the highest form of research." Uncle John adds: "And it's really fun!" And so is this e-book, which includes several classic articles from the Bathroom Reader archives along with a few all-new entries (including an inside look at the Angry Birds phenomenon). So whether you prefer a pair of dice, a deck of cards, a yo-yo, a game controller, or a doll (er...action figure), you'll find lots to keep you happily occupied in Playtime! Read about...-Classic kids' games from yesteryear-The cops who went Wii on the local news-People who get to play with Legos for a living-Boong-ga Boong-ga, and other odd Japanese video games-The little-known (and ironic) story of Monopoly-The origins of dice, Uno, bobbleheads, and Scrabble-The dark secret behind Amazing Sea-Monkeys-The fall of Atari and the rise of Nintendo-How to talk like a poker playerAnd much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Screen Gems (Facts to Go #13)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteIf you love movies as much as we do, you won't want to miss this epic e-book! Several classic Bathroom Reader articles, along with a few new ones, will light up your tiny screen with all-things cinema-from the early days of silent movies to the futuristic world of visual effects. You'll laugh at hilarious bloopers and cringe at stunts gone wrong. And you'll never look at movies the same way again. So please turn off your phones and try not talk while you read about...-Awkward movie tie-in products-like Hunger Games silverware-Pulp Fiction, starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus (and other "Almost Cast" actors)-The enormous cajones of Hollywood's stunt drivers-Our bleak future, as predicted by sci-fi movies-What a movie producer actually does all day-Why previews are called "trailers"-The all-time funniest movie lines-Ebert's best barbs-Who was Oscar?...And much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Show Biz Blunders (Facts to Go #18)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteOops, they did it again. Whether it’s Tom Cruise going berserk on Oprah’s couch, Taylor Swift ending a relationship just so she can write a song, or Jennifer Lawrence falling at the Oscars--twice, when celebrities get involved, goofs are bound to happen. And those goofs take center stage in Showbiz Blunders, which includes several BRI classics along with some all-new hijinks from today’s (and yesterday’s) dimmest stars. So get ready to feel superior to folks who make way too much money as you read about. . . -Kooky stars: Shia LaBeouf apologizes for plagiarism via plagiarized statements and Tara Reid ponders where whale sharks come from -How to get fired from your own TV show -Hollywood’s biggest bombs: Jack and JillFrom Justin to Kelly, Battlefield Earth, and more -John Wayne as Genghis Kahn, possibly the most questionable casting decision ever -The day Johnny Cash accidentally burned down a forest -The fake reality of reality television -How the movie The Beach destroyed the beach it was filmed on -Eye-rolling movie bloopers--like digital watches in the Edwardian era -And the award goes to. . . oops! And much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Sports Shorts (Facts to Go #17)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteUncle John’s Sports Shorts lets you relive the sporting world’s most incredible moments! From ancient stick-and-ball games to the physics of football, it’s all in here: great finishes, embarrassing losses, inside secrets, bizarre pastimes, and disastrous "Dumb Jocks” quotes--including this bewildering gem from the NFL’s Erik Ainge about Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez: "He’s stupid while being stupid. You have to be smart while being stupid, and he’s dumb while being dumb. ” Don’t even try to comprehend that, just read about what else you’ll find in Sports Shorts: -Bowling for humans -Reasons you should never mix hipsters, kickball, and alcohol -The hidden power of Olympic swimming champion Mark Spitz’s mustache -The origins of surfing, instant replay, ESPN, March Madness, cricket, stock car racing, and more -How the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders changed the way America watches sports -The biggest conspiracy theories in pro sports, the most shocking uses and abuses of the Stanley Cup, and the most hellish holes in golf -Baseball records that will never be broken -When soccer moms go ballistic And much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go Talk Wordy to Me (Facts to Go #15)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteWe asked Roget himself what he thought of Talk Wordy To Me, and he gushed that it's "incredible, magnificent, wonderful, marvelous, spectacular, astonishing, awe-inspiring, tremen%hellip;" Then we cut him off because there's only so much room to tell you about all the great articles you'll find in this e-book about word and phrase origins, anagrams, palindromes, puns, jargon, tongue twisters, and the (unintentionally) naughtiest typos ever typed. What else is in here? Lots! A smorgasbord! A cornucopia! A plethora! Myriad! So expand your vocabulary with...-How txting b changin langage lol-The epic story of epic words that are losing their luster (like "epic")-A pop music anagram quiz-The world's wordiest novelist-Presidential misspeaks that spawned new words-Hilarious headstones from around the world-Words and phrases that are much older than you'd think (like "politically correct" and "truthiness")-Peter Mark Roget's obsessive-compulsive quest to create his famous thesaurus-What irony isn't-Trivia, with a catch--all answers contain pooAnd much, much more!
Uncle John's Facts to Go UJTV (Facts to Go #2)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteFrom the Honeymooners to Honey Boo Boo, this entertaining expose of all things television is full of behind-the-scenes secrets, amazing origins, quotes, quizzes, goofs, and fun facts. Culled from Uncle John's 25-year archive--along with a few all-new "very special episodes"--UJTV is sure to please boob-tube fans of all ages! Some sneak peeks:- Former TV child stars who shocked everyone by turning out okay- The surprising stories behind Breaking Bad and Game of Thrones- How Monday Night Football changed the face of television- TV's all-time most embarrassing news bloopers- The birth of Saturday Night Live- How angry TV writers get revenge- The history of the remote control- Bob's punniest burgersAnd much, much more!