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Simple's Uncle Sam: With A New Introduction By Akiba Sullivan Harper
by Langston HughesLangston Hughes's most beloved character comes back to life in this extraordinary collectionLangston Hughes is best known as a poet, but he was also a prolific writer of theater, autobiography, and fiction. None of his creations won the hearts and minds of his readers as did Jesse B. Semple, better known as "Simple." Simple speaks as an Everyman for African Americans in Uncle Sam's America. With great wit, he expounds on topics as varied as women, Gospel music, and sports heroes--but always keeps one foot planted in the realm of politics and race. In recent years, readers have been able to appreciate Simple's situational humor as well as his poignant questions about social injustice in The Best of Simple and The Return of Simple. Now they can, once again, enjoy the last of Hughes's original Simple books.
Simply Irresistible: A feel-good romance you won't want to put down! (Lucky Harbor #1)
by Jill ShalvisThe first enchanting novel in the Lucky Harbor series from New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis, laced with her trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance. Fans of Susan Andersen, Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Carly Phillips, and Susan Mallery will fall head over heels for the Lucky Harbor series.Maddie Moore's whole life needs a makeover. In one fell swoop, Maddie loses her boyfriend (her decision) and her job (so not her decision). But rather than drowning her sorrows in bags of potato chips, Maddie leaves L.A. to claim the inheritance left by her free-spirited mother - a ramshackle inn nestled in the little coastal town of Lucky Harbor, Washington.Starting over won't be easy. Yet Maddie sees the potential for a new home and a new career - if only she can convince her two half-sisters to join her in the adventure. But convincing Tara and Chloe will be difficult because the inn needs a big makeover too. The contractor Maddie hires is a tall, dark-haired hottie whose eyes - and mouth - are making it hard for her to remember that she's sworn off men. Even harder will be Maddie's struggles to overcome the past, though she's about to discover that there's no better place to call home than Lucky Harbor.Want more sexy, fun romance? Return to Sunshine, Idaho for more of the captivating Animal Magnetism series, visit spellbinding Lucky Harbor or take a trip to Cedar Ridge's unforgettable Colorado Mountains in Jill's other bestselling series.
Simply Sexy (Sexy #3)
by Linda Francis LeeIn this charming contemporary romance, sure to delight readers of Rachel Gibson and Susan Elizabeth Phillips, a bad girl gone good meets her match when an old flame comes to town. When life goes awry for wild and sexy Julia Boudreaux, she packs up her stiletto heels and swears off guys who spell nothing but trouble. And to keep her job in television, she decides to create a TV hit—a makeover show. She’s going to turn rugged West Texas men into sensitive guys. Easier pitched than done. Undercover cop Ben Prescott is so sexy it hurts. Back in Julia’s orbit after a brush with a bullet, Ben steers clear of the woman who used to set his blood afire. She’s changed from Mae West to Mother Teresa, and she’s trying to put him in touch with his emotions. But when life heats up, will this rugged hunk risk everything for a woman who’s about to lose it all?
Simply the Best: A Chicago Stars Novel
by Susan Elizabeth Phillips“The queen of the football romance is not Taylor Swift. It’s Susan Elizabeth Phillips.”—Wall Street Journal#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Elizabeth Phillips returns with the next book in her Chicago Stars series where a successful sports agent and the sister of his biggest client engage in a take-no-prisoners battle of the sexes. Take one hard-driving sports agent…Throw in a failed chocolatier…And her superstar football player brother…Add a quirky pink and purple food truck…Then, to really screw things up, mix in a very unfortunate murder.Brett Rivers is the hottest sports agent in the business—fast and furious, swift and deadly. Failure? Not an option.Rory Garrett is—let’s be honest—a disaster. She has a big heart, an empty bank account, a passion for making exquisite chocolate, and a huge inferiority complex from living in the shadow of Brett’s most important client, her football legend brother.Brett and Rory should never have met, and they absolutely, positively should never have had to deal with the consequences of one stupid, drunken night…one disastrous lie…one career in jeopardy…one missing football player…and a very dead body.It’s going to get messy…and dangerous…and heartbreaking…and sexy. To Rory, Brett represents skewed values and a devious mind. To Brett, Rory is forbidden fruit, off limits, do not disturb, and no entry—definitely no entry.A woman who has succeeded at nothing and a man who’s succeeded at everything confront the challenge of their lives as they struggle with themselves and each other. When it comes to love—what price are any of us willing to pay to be simply the best?
Sin Ataduras
by Alexa MontesLa carrera de Zari no está yendo como ella planeó. Excepcionalmente talentosa e igualmente excepcionalmente en bancarrota, ella toma la posición de guitarrista principal de Night and Day, la banda de "la bella y la bestia" dirigida por un glamoroso rockero egoísta cuya actitud (y cabello) debería haber permanecido en los años 80. Para empeorar las cosas, la banda está de gira con una banda de rock country schmaltzy, The Woodcox Brothers. Pero cuando el brillo de su jefe golpea al fanático, Zari debe recurrir a Ian Woodcox ... un hombre con el que podría haberse casado accidentalmente y haber sido impregnado accidentalmente ... para ayudarla a salvar el día y finalmente ponerse en el centro de atención.
Sin City Wedding (Dynasties: The Danforths #3)
by Katherine GarberaDynasties: The Danforths. A family of prominence...tested by scandal, sustained by passion!THE CONSEQUENCES OF DESIRE...Three years ago, Jake Danforth spent a steamy, sheet-twisting night with Larissa Nielsen. He'd never forgotten her--even though Larissa had left him before the morning light.A BABY WITH HIS FATHER'S EYES...Larissa had kept her precious son's birth a secret all this time. But now she had to tell Jake the truth before someone else did. She was prepared for Jake's shock. She was prepared for his anger. She was even prepared for the desire flooding her veins each time he touched her....She was not prepared for the quickie Vegas wedding that followed.
Sin Tacones No Me Concentro
by Colette KebellGiGi (bueno, Griselda Griswald en realidad, aunque todos la llaman GiGi) es una mujer con una misión: ayudar a las personas a mejorar su aspecto, elevar su autoestima y, gracias a ello, hacerlas más felices. Ser personal shopper es un arte difícil, que proporciona pocas recompensas tangibles. Dado que sus clientes nunca admitirían necesitar su ayuda, su trabajo siempre se difundía por lo bajini. Ni siquiera bajo tortura lo admitirían. Seamos honestos, ¿quién admitiría que necesita un asesor de imagen? Es como ser alcohólico: el primer paso es admitir que se necesita ayuda y reconocer que esos leggings, ya cumplidos los cincuenta años, no te convienen. Cuando lo hayas reconocido, estarás en el camino hacia la recuperación, y los servicios de GiGi te ayudarán, a pesar de que su madre insiste en que lo que hace no es un "trabajo de verdad". “¡GiGi es totalmente arrolladora! ¡Es realmente increíble! Es una mezcla entre El diablo viste de Prada y El diario de Bridget Jones. Su entusiasmo es supercontagioso. De hecho, salta de la página a la realidad ante los ojos del lector y no puedes parar de leer, pues está escrito con gran emoción e intriga”. Annie - Chick Lit Plus "Colette Kebell ha creado una emocionante y divertida aventura. Es posible que le desees lo mejor a GiGi y a sus amigos con todas tus fuerzas, pero nunca estás seguro de si va a tener éxito y eso es lo que te mantiene pasando las páginas hasta el final". Holly – Bookaholic Confessions “Colette Kebell ha creado una superestrella llamada GiGi, nuestra peculiar heroína y amante de la moda. GiGi es un personaje brillante y único. Colette Kebell escribe con tal confianza y descaro que no dejarás de sonreír desde la primera hasta la última página”. Nikki - Best Chick Lit
Sin Worth the Penance: Women's Fiction (The Devilish Divas Series #6)
by M. J. SchillerKillian Murphey Finds A Forbidden Distraction in The Women's Fiction Saga, SIN WORTH THE PENANCE by M.J. SchillerAn entire ocean can’t separate Killian Murphey from his grief…But shortly after his return to Ireland Killian finds himself in an unexpected liplock. It definitely gives him a distraction from his sorrows. Who is the temptress that mistook him for someone else in the dark of the pantry? And why has that kiss set him ablaze?Bridget Flaherty is definitely the kind of girl that leaves a man burned…But she's more than reputation leads people to believe. And when shadows from her past come to claim her, will she be the one thrown in the fire? Or will she and Killian be able to smother the flames that haunt her?Either way, she is definitely A SIN WORTH THE PENANCE!Publisher's Note: This series is a fun look at the serious side of life and will be enjoyed by chick-lit and women's fiction fans of Elin Hilderbrand, Kevin Kwan, Gail Honeyman, and Lauren Weisberger as well as Emily Griffin. These stories are best enjoyed by mature readers.The Devilish Divas SeriesTo Hell in a Coach BagDamned if I DoThe Devil You KnowSatan, Line OnePitchfork in the RoadSin Worth the Penance
Sin du Jour: The Final Course (A Sin du Jour Affair)
by Matt WallaceEveryone loves a well-catered event, and the supernatural community is no exception. Enter Sin du Jour, the expert caterers to demons, goblins, faeries, and everything in between.From royal goblin weddings and sitting US presidents to high security prison hijinks and unlikely alliances, there's never a dull day at work for this crack team.The Sin du Jour: The Final Course omnibus collects in a single edition Matt Wallace's final four Sin du Jour affairs in his urban fantasy series: Idle Ingredients, Greedy Pigs, Gluttony Bay, and Taste of Wrath, which concludes the series.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Sin du Jour: The First Course
by Matt WallaceEveryone loves a well-catered event, and the supernatural community is no exception. Enter Sin du Jour, the expert caterers to demons, goblins, faeries, and everything in between.In their first month on the job Lena Tarr and Darren Vargas, the newest line chefs at the supernatural catering agency, have had to approximate angel meat, evade amorous lizards, and provide craft sacrifices for a Hollywood debut. Their coworkers have contended with zombified clowns, fought off the Easter Bunny's hit squad, and captured a golden fish for a goblin royal wedding. And as if their new jobs weren't weird enough, now they have to deal with a very personal transformation on the behalf of their mysterious employer. As if surviving as a New York City chef weren't hard enough. This omnibus collects in a single edition the first three Sin du Jour Affairs, Envy of Angels, Lustlocked, and Pride's Spell, and the bonus short story “Small Wars”.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Sinatraland: A Novel
by Sam KashnerFrom a New York Times–bestselling author, a “smart, funny” novel about a New Jersey man obsessed with the legendary singer (The Washington Post). “Kashner’s hilarious debut novel reviews the life of a down-on-his-luck Hoboken, N.J., window-shade salesman through a series of heart-wrenching letters he writes to his idol, Frank Sinatra. Like the Chairman of the Board, ‘Finkie’ Finklestein grows up in a poor ethnic Hoboken neighborhood and prospers during the postwar American boom. He buys a house in Fort Lee once owned by Buddy Hackett and names his daughter Nancy Ava, after Frank’s first two wives. Finkie mimics the swinging sophistication of the Rat Pack, who, he vainly hopes, will one day draft him into active service . . . With rapid-fire wit, Kashner demonstrates his detailed knowledge of pop culture as Finkie follows Sinatra’s movies and marriages, his story climaxing at the 1971 farewell concert . . . Kashner manages to dissect a fan’s obsession with poignant comedy, and he captures a New Jersey accent with a sure ear . . . a sparkling literary talent.” —Publishers Weekly Named a Best Book of the Year by both the Los Angeles Times and the Washington Post, Sinatraland is an “uncommonly original and engaging” character study as well as a thought-provoking look at celebrity culture (The Washington Post). “Smart, humorous, original . . . deftly explores the peculiarly tragic aspects of an obsession with a celebrity.” —Helen Schulman, New York Times–bestselling author of This Beautiful Life “Quirky . . . intelligent . . . very funny.” —The Boston Globe
Since You Asked...
by Maurene GooNo, no one asked, but Holly Kim will tell you what she thinks anyway.Fifteen-year-old Holly Kim is the copyeditor for her high school's newspaper. When she accidentally submits an article that rips everyone to shreds, she gets her own column and rants her way through the school year. Can she survive homecoming, mean-girl cliques, jocks, secret admirers, Valentine's Day, and other high school embarrassments, all while struggling to balance her family's traditional Korean values?In this hilariously funny debut, Maurene Goo takes a fresh look at trying to fit in without conforming to what's considered "normal" in high school, and managing parental expectations without losing one's individuality (or being driven insane).
Since the Layoffs
by Iain LevisonThe author of "A Working Stiff's Manifesto" turns his hand to fiction in this story of a man whose unemployment is running out--and he's up for anything.
Since the Layoffs: A Novel
by Iain LevisonThis “dark, satirical comedy [is] written with the deadpan humor Levison used so well in his first book, A Working Stiff’s Manifesto” (USA Today). Jake Skowran has been laid off from his job as a factory supervisor. Fortunately, he’s been offered other work. Unfortunately, it is as a hired killer. Beset by creditors and filled with fury over his situation, Jake decides he has little choice except to take it. He is going to carve off a piece of the economy or die trying . . . “Like Donald Westlake in The Ax, about an insurance executive turned hit man, Levison brings a burning rage to this accomplished debut novel.” —Booklist “[A] black comedy of morals cracking in a lousy economy.” —The New York Times Book Review
Sincerely, Willis Wayde: A Novel
by John P. MarquandThe unforgettable journey of an American businessman--from his humble origins to his extraordinary successes--and the compromises he made along the way When Willis Wayde first lays eyes on the Harcourt mansion near Clyde, Massachusetts, he is fifteen years old. His father is an engineer at Harcourt Mill, and Willis is awestruck by the family's wealth and power. Seeking guidance from Henry Harcourt, Willis meets Bess, the old man's granddaughter. Their friendship eventually blossoms into love as the elder Harcourt takes the young man under his wing, recognizing in Willis a kindred spirit whose instinct for making money matches his own. Pleased with his good fortune, Willis is nevertheless acutely aware of the great social gulf that separates the Waydes from the Harcourts. Determined to make his own way, he sets out on a path that will take him far beyond New England and the insular, old-money world of Henry and Bess. Then the Depression hits, wiping out the Harcourt family fortune. When he comes back into their life, Willis has the power to rescue the last vestige of the family's prestige: the mill. Torn between his nostalgia for a simpler, more sentimental time and his sharply honed business acumen, Willis must make a fateful decision.
Sinclair, the Velociraptor Who Thought He Was a Chicken
by Douglas ReesAn action-packed and hilarious picture book about a family of chickens with one member who is a little different from the rest.Edna the very first chicken is hatching her very first eggs!With long, sharp teeth and claws, one of her chicks, Sinclair, is an unusual chicken. But when Gorgosaurus threatens his family, Sinclair might just prove to be the best chicken ever.Heartfelt and humorous, this delightful picture book celebrates dinosaurs, chickens, the importance of family, and the joy of accepting who we are.
Sinfully Sexy (Sexy #2)
by Linda Francis LeeIn this enchanting contemporary romance, sure to delight readers of Rachel Gibson and Susan Elizabeth Phillips, a close encounter of the sexy kind leads a plain Jane to discover her wild side. Chloe Sinclair has never been bad . . . until she stumbles--literally--into the arms of a gorgeous stranger. To make matters worse, the morning after, her world is rocked completely off its axis when the sensual dreamboat turns out to be the man brought in to save the TV station where she works. Sterling Prescott is hard-driven, gorgeous as hell, and determined to turn the struggling KTEX into a success. But all bets are off when the shameless wildcat that disappeared on him last night walks back into his life--acting like a squeaky-clean librarian. Life gets truly complicated, however, when Sterling decides to win more than the station--and to show Chloe that being sexy isn't a sin. BONUS: This edition includes an excerpt from Linda Francis Lee's Simply Sexy.
Sing 2: The Junior Novelization (Illumination's Sing 2)
by David LewmanThis paperback junior novelization retells the exciting story of Illumination's Sing 2—in theaters December 2021!Get ready to hit the big time! In Illumination's Sing 2, can-do koala Buster Moon and his all-star cast of animal performers—including harried mother pig Rosita, rocker porcupine Ash, earnest gorilla Johnny, and more—have turned the New Moon Theater into a local hit, but Buster has his eyes on a bigger prize: to launch their most dazzling stage extravaganza yet in glamorous Redshore City, the glittering entertainment capital of the world. All the laughs, lights, and letdowns of the sequel film are retold in this digest junior novelization that's perfect for girls and boys ages 6 to 9. It includes a full-color insert full of bonus movie content!
Sing Me Home to Carolina: A Novel
by Joy CallawayA small town girl turned big city businesswoman returns home to help her parents, only to find her heart being tugged between her old flame and the town&’s mysterious new guy. This witty and effervescent novel is perfect for readers of Viola Shipman and fans of Sweet Magnolias and Hart of Dixie.Event planner Hattie Norwood only came back home to Mountain View, South Carolina to support her parents as they receive word that the family peanut farm is infertile. This news doesn&’t come as a surprise to Hattie, and she plans to return to Charlotte at the weekend&’s end. But then the town councilwoman begs Hattie to use her event-planning prowess to help Mountain View put on a musical benefit to stop the construction of the new Carolina Panthers stadium—a project Hattie is actually in favor of, much to the dismay of the locals—and she finds herself agreeing to stay until the town&’s Founder&’s Day celebration a week later, just as her old flame, former MLB standout Lee Lockhardt, materializes in town after a career-ending injury.When the hunky and mysterious new owner of Fox&’s Hardware, Fox Ryan, suggests the Founder&’s Day celebration be moved to the Norwoods&’ barn in an attempt to reinvent the failing farm as a music and event venue, Hattie agrees, unaware this move will thrust the town, her love life, and the brewing tension over the stadium into a very public spotlight. Fans of small-town romance and quirky casts of characters will be rooting for Team Lee or Team Fox as Hattie decides if love, like most music, is meant to fade or last forever.
Sing a Song of Tuna Fish: Hard-to-Swallow Stories from Fifth Grade
by Esmé Raji CodellLike every fifth grader, Esmé Raji Codell spent her days within the small world of school, neighborhood, and family. But this small world provides rich material for the often hilarious, always engrossing stories and vignettes in this book. Esmé tells us about: the night she and her mother became "egg vigilantes" against an illegally parked car; her freewheeling first school, where kids could choose disco dancing instead of math; her dangerous neighborhood, which her father made seem friendly and wondrous; the Passover dinner when she stole a matzoh right out from under a rabbi; the awe-inspiring, life-threatening Chicago snowstorms; and lessons about love from tea-reading gypsies and Popeye cartoons. " Dear Reader, This is not a book about songs. It's not even about tuna fish. It's a book of stuff that (really!) happened when I was in fifth grade, growing up in Chicago. So if you want to read about: * -the night I egged an illegally parked car with my own mother; -the wacky school where I could choose disco dancing over math; -the day I begged my best friend to beat me up so I could get out of piano lessons; -the Passover dinner when I stole a matzo from under the rabbi's chair in order to win Anything in the Whole Wide World; and more-- * you've come to the right place. Enjoy!"
Singing Sensation: Singing Sensation (Geronimo Stilton #39)
by Geronimo StiltonEnter the world of Geronimo Stilton, where another funny adventure is always right around the corner. Each book is a fast-paced adventure with lively art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love.<P><p> After being enrolled in the Song Festival, Geronimo Stilton's song, "Welcome to New Mouse City," goes to the top of the charts and makes Geronimo a star, but very few CDs are sold after the festival. Will Geronimo and his detective friend, Hercule Poirat, be able to solve the mystery?<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. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Single Dad (Man of the Month)
by Jennifer GreeneMr. JuneDad: Josh PenoyerSons: Teenaged Calvin and BruiserDaughter: Six-year-old Patrice-a.k.a. "Killer"Missing Ingredient: A mom!How did one handle a kleptomaniac first grader? Solo parent Josh Penoyer was mystified by his youngest's latest hobby-swiping trinkets from Ariel Lindstrom's shop. Then he uncovered Killer's ulterior motive. She wanted a mother, and Ariel fit the bill!Ariel always had time for kids-including a certain sticky-fingered miniature matchmaker and her big brothers. In fact, the motherless brood-and their sexy dad-almost made her wish she were the marrying type....
Single Dad Sheriff (Fatherhood)
by Lisa ChildsWhen little Tommy Phillips walks into the Forest Glen sheriff's office and asks Chance Drayton to find his dad, the lawman's heart goes out to him. As a single father, he knows what it's like to be far away from your family.Then he meets Tommy's attractive mother…and knows he's really in trouble!Jessie knows how badly Tommy wants a father. And he thinks he's found one in the sheriff. Jessie has to admit, the sexy, six-two ex-Marine is irresistible. He's also involved in a custody battle that could see him moving to Chicago to be closer to his son.Now, with the whole town playing matchmaker, Jessie and Chance know they have to do what's best for their boys. Which could end up surprising them all!
Single Girl Problems: Why Being Single Isn't a Problem to Be Solved
by Andrea Bain“If one more person tells me about their third cousin twice removed who met the love of their life online, I’m going to take out my weave and eat it.” Being single sucks! Well, that's what everyone says, anyway. Single women over the age of 29 are seen as lonely, miserable, undesirable, and cat-crazy. Family members, friends — heck, even perfect strangers ask, “When are you going to get married?” This book flips the script on what it means to be a single woman in the twenty-first century. With dating horror story anecdotes and advice about online dating, self-esteem, sex, money, and freezing your eggs, Andrea Bain takes the edge off being single and encourages women to never settle.
Single White Monk: Tales of Death, Failure, and Bad Sex (Although Not Necessarily in that Order)
by Shozan Jack HaubnerThink the life of a Zen monk is all serenity, peace, and austerity? Think again. Here, Shozan Jack Haubner gives an often-hilarious, always-candid account of what it’s really like behind those monastery walls. Haubner’s adventures include memories of his dysfunctional Midwestern family that drove him ultimately to declare, “I think I should be a monk!” to a madcap account of the night he got stoned and snuck out of the monastery, alongside more sobering accounts such as his life-threatening brush with illness, the profound impact of a dear friend’s death, and reflections on the controversy that rocked his Zen community. That he finds timeless wisdom in both the tragic and the absurd is a tribute to Haubner's gifts as a writer and humorist, and to his clear insights into the nature of self and what the practice of Zen is all about.