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The Cardboard Universe: A Guide to the World of Phoebus K. Dank
by Christopher MillerIn this uproarious novel, Christopher Miller pulls back the curtain on two unforgettable critics--fawning scholar William Boswell (the world's leading Dankian) and his mortal enemy, the murderously snarky Owen Hirt. No stone is left unturned--and no gooey mess unstepped in--in this essential study of Dank's all-too-brief existence and all-too-extensive oeuvre.
The Cardboard Universe: A Guide to the World of Phoebus K. Dank
by Christopher MillerGenius or fraud? Hack or Hemingway? The life and work of obese, obsessive, logorrheic pulp novelist Phoebus K. Dank have long enflamed bitter controversy—and numerous drunken rants often culminating in vomiting, unconsciousness, or both. In this uproarious novel, Christopher Miller pulls back the curtain on two unforgettable critics—fawning scholar William Boswell (the world's leading Dankian) and his mortal enemy, the murderously snarky Owen Hirt. No stone is left unturned—and no gooey mess unstepped in—in this essential study of Dank's all-too-brief existence and all-too-extensive oeuvre.
The Care and Keeping of Grandmas
by Jennifer Mook-SangWhen grandma moves in, a precocious child shares her tips for making her feel at home in this funny picture book, for fans of How to Babysit a Grandma.It can be discombobulating for all involved when a grandma moves in permanently. Fortunately, our narrator has gone through it and has LOTS of tips on how to make your grandma feel at home.In a story filled with humor, confusion and moments of sweetness, Jennifer Mook-Sang introduces us to a delightful family dynamic and a grandma who doesn&’t really need the help settling in but appreciates it anyway. As Grandma goes about her days, her well-meaning granddaughter sees her caring for her plants, and makes sure that Grandma is getting the proper care too.
The Carer
by Deborah Moggach&“[A] social comedy with some brilliant people observations about ageing and a devilish plot twist&” from the author of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (The Times, London). After their elderly father&’s fall, Phoebe and her brother, Robert, couldn&’t be happier with his new caregiver, Mandy. She came to them with great recommendations and has given the brilliant, yet lonely, widower a new lease on life—though he is gossiping about the locals&’ love affairs instead of debating science and politics. But Phoebe and Robert soon become suspicious of Mandy—her rummaging about in their father&’s papers, her strange inheritance from a former client, her habit of speaking her mind no matter the consequences. Then Robert discovers that their father has changed his will. Suddenly Mandy seems more devil than angel . . . For the first time in years, Phoebe and Robert are bonding over something—even if it is their mutual distrust of Mandy. And what happens next will make the siblings question everything they thought they knew about their parents—and themselves. &“Moggach addresses an all too common nightmare with ruthless honesty and sublime wit—The Carer is one of the funniest novels I have read for ages.&” —The Times (London) &“Unputdownable, fun and tender with characters that jump off the page. Perfection.&” —Marian Keyes, international-bestselling author of Again, Rachel &“Joyous . . . a sustained satire on smug middle-class mores.&” —Daily Mail &“The most endearing of humorists, Deborah Moggach casts a penetrating eye on our foibles and fantasies. Neither ageing, nor death—as The Carer so beautifully demonstrates—can resist her comic scrutiny.&” —Lisa Appignanesi, award-winning author of Mad, Bad, and Sad
The Carer: 'A cracking, crackling social comedy' The Times
by Deborah MoggachThe Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller: 'Moggach is at the height of her powers with this book, which moves from a beautifully observed comedy of middle-class life to an immensely moving celebration of two imperfect marriages' Sunday Times'A cracking, crackling social comedy, with some brilliant observations about ageing and a devilish plot twist' The TimesFrom the bestselling author of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, a deliciously funny, poignant and wry novel, full of surprising twists and turns:James is getting on a bit and needs full-time help. So Phoebe and Robert, his middle-aged offspring, employ Mandy, who seems willing to take him off their hands. But as James regales his family with tales of Mandy's virtues, their shopping trips and the shared pleasure of their journeys to garden centres, Phoebe and Robert sense something is amiss.Then something extraordinary happens which throws everything into new relief, changing all the stories of their childhood - and the father - that they thought they knew so well.'Joyous' Daily Mail**DON'T MISS Deborah Moggach's deliciously observant and twisty new novel, THE BLACK DRESS - COMING JULY 2021**
The Carnivorous Carnival (A Series of Unfortunate Events #9)
by Lemony Snicket Brett Helquist Michael Kupperman<P>Everybody loves a carnival! Who can fail to delight in the colourful people, the unworldly spectacle, the fabulous freaks? <P> A carnival is a place for good family fun - as long as one has a family, that is. For the Baudelaire orphans, their time at the carnival turns out to be yet another episode in a now unbearable series of unfortunate events. <P>In fact, in this appalling ninth installment in Lemony Snicket's serial, the siblings must confront a terrible lie, a caravan, and Chabo the wolf baby. With millions of readers worldwide, and the Baudelaire's fate turning from unpleasant to unseemly, it is clear that Lemony Snicket has taken nearly all the fun out of children's books.
The Carols of Cthulhu: Horrifying Holiday Hymns from the Lore of H. P. Lovecraft
by Mike SlaterSummon a dark Noel or haunted Hanukkah with twisted takes on classic songs for everyone on your naughty list. Whether you’re home for the holly-daze or wandering a hellish landscape of never-ending agony, you need a good tune to pass the time. The dire duo behind the best-selling The Necronomnomnom accordingly present a gruesome grimoire of 25 creepy carols and sinister songs. From “Do You Fear What I Fear?” to “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Mythos” and “Shoggoth the Formless Horror” to “Silent Knife,” “Sunken Hells,” and “The Twelve Days of Darkness,” these puntastic parodies pay hellacious homage to the Lovecraftian cosmos. Shriek them bleakly into the vast abyss or brandish them at seasonal gatherings to revile your fellow revelers. This disquieting collection of chants and canticles features extraordinary illustrations and desperate strains from the throats and hands of those who have gone before. Its harmful harmonies and ruinous rhythms will engulf your mind for all the days of darkness to come. Make merry while you can.
The Carpet People (Discworld Ser.)
by Terry PratchettThe New York Times bestselling author of the Discworld series delivers &“fantasy with comedic flair&” in his debut novel and first children&’s book (VOYA). In the beginning, there was nothing but endless flatness. Then came the Carpet . . . That&’s the old story everyone knows and loves. But now the Carpet is home to many different tribes and peoples, and there&’s a new story in the making. The story of Fray, sweeping a trail of destruction across the Carpet. The story of power-hungry mouls—and of two brothers who set out on an adventure to end all adventures when their village is flattened. It&’s a story that will come to a terrible end—if someone doesn&’t do something about it. If everyone doesn&’t do something about it . . . First published in 1971, this hilarious and wise novel marked the debut of the phenomenal Sir Terry Pratchett. Years later, Sir Terry revised the work, and this special collectable edition includes the updated text, his original color and black-and-white illustrations, and an exclusive story—a forerunner to The Carpet People created by the seventeen-year-old nascent writer who would become one of the world&’s most beloved storytellers. &“Only a writer with a masterstroke of imagination could place an entire empire of goodies and baddies within the fronds of a carpet.&”—Daily Mail &“The perfect starting place for young readers; seasoned Pratchett fans will just revel in his wit, his subversion of tropes and his sense of humanity . . . Small in scale but large in pleasure.&”—Kirkus Reviews &“Brilliantly funny dialogue, high peaks of imagination.&”—The Times
The Cars and Trucks Book
by Todd ParrFrom bestselling and beloved author Todd Parr, a new book about all of the different ways that cars and trucks help people and have fun. Some trucks help on the farm. Some trucks help in the city. Some cars like to drive in the snow. And some cars like to drive to the beach. All cars and trucks LOVE to be on the ROAD!Todd Parr brings his trademark bright colors and bold lines to his new book about cars, trucks, and the occasional bus. In a fun collection of silly images, Todd explores all of the ways vehicles have an impact on our daily lives, while weaving in messages about positivity, the environment, and safety. Readers will laugh along with the whole four-wheeled gang!
The Cartoon History of Time
by John Gribbin Kate CharlesworthWhat is time? How did it begin, and where will it end? Is time travel possible? How does the universe expand, and where do black holes come from? Junior Chicken and Alexis, the Quantum Cat, examine these and other extraordinary concepts, explaining the substance of Stephen Hawking's A Brief History of Time in terms that "even a chicken can understand." This humorous graphic novel-style exploration of cosmology and quantum physics will amuse and enlighten curious folk of all ages. Author John Gribbin received his PhD in astrophysics from the University of Cambridge and has written more than 120 popular science books, many of them science fiction. He swears on Einstein's socks that every word in this book -- fantastic as it seems -- is true. Artist Kate Charlesworth's extensive and diverse career in illustration includes a cartoon strip for New Scientist, "Life, the Universe and (Almost) Everything." <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>
The Cartoon History of the Universe II: Volumes 8-13: From the Springtime of China to the Fall of Rome
by Larry GonickHere's a new installment of the phenomenal bestseller that Publishers Weekly selected as one of the twelve graphic books of all time. Spanning ages and continents from Ancient India to Rome and China in A.D. 600, Volume II is hip, funny, and full of info. B & W illustrations.
The Cartoon History of the Universe: Volumes 1-7: From the Big Bang to Alexander the Great
by Larry GonickAn entertaining and informative illustrated guide that makes world history accessible, appealing, and funny.
The Cartoon Life of Chuck Clayton
by Alex SimmonsGet drawn in to the world of teenage cartoonist Chuck Clayton! Watch Chuck color outside the lines when he starts teaching Riverdale's first cartooning workshop! Learn to draw your own comics, come up with cool characters, and map out a plot as you read all about Chuck and his new students! And with all his lesson-planning will Chuck find time to pencil-in a date with his girlfriend Nancy? The Cartoon Life of Chuck Clayton features a classic Archie character getting the star treatment. Get to know the artistic Chuck Clayton today!
The Casagrandes 3 In 1 Vol. 1: Collects "We're All Familia," "Everything For Family," And "Brand Stinkin New" (Casagrandes #1)
by The Loud House Creative TeamWhen Lincoln Loud&’s close friend Ronnie Anne and her brother Bobby Santiago moved away from Royal Oaks to the Big City, they had no idea that they were about to start an exciting new chapter in their lives, while living in an apartment above their abuelo&’s Mercado. Together with their mom, Maria, they are adapting from going to a family of three in Royal Oaks to living with their whole extended family, headed by the kids&’ abuelos, Hector and Rosa, in the big city. Now, The Casagrandes are starring in their own popular animated series on Nickelodeon! Collecting The Casagrandes&’s greatest comic stories from the hit The Loud House graphic novel series.
The Casagrandes 3 In 1 Vol. 2: Collects "Friends And Family," "Going Out Of Business," And "Familia Feud" (Casagrandes #2)
by The Loud House Creative TeamLincoln Loud&’s close friend Ronnie Anne Santiago is doing great in Great Lakes City with her extended family, the Casagrandes. With her big brother Bobby juggling his job at the family Mercado and being a good boyfriend to Lori Loud, her cousin Carl&’s latest schemes to make some dinero, and dodging the creative projects of Ronnie Anne&’s prima Carlota and Tía Frida, there is a lot of hustle and bustle in Ronnie Anne&’s corner of the city! But Ronnie Anne finds the magic in every moment, with her best friend Sid Chang and their shared love of the K-Pop band 12 is Midnight, plus the loving guidance from her abuelo and abuela. Every city block contains another hilarious adventure for all! Hang out with the rest of the familia, too, as you take to the skies with Sergio the talking parrot, dress up like a meerkat with Carl, enjoy a late night dance club in the Mercado, and discover what goes bump in the night with CJ! Collecting comics from THE CASAGRANDES graphic novels: "Friends and Family," "Going Out of Business," and "Familia Feud." This is a must-have for fans of THE LOUD HOUSE and THE CASAGRANDES!
The Casagrandes Vol. 1: We're All Familia (Casagrandes #1)
by The Loud House Creative TeamWhen Lincoln Loud&’s close friend Ronnie Anne and her brother Bobby Santiago moved away from Royal Oaks to the Big City, they had no idea that they were about to start an exciting new chapter in their lives, while living in an apartment above their abuelo&’s Mercado. Together with their mom, Maria, they are adapting from going to a family of three in Royal Oaks to living with their whole extended family, headed by the kids&’ abuelos, Hector and Rosa, in the big city. Now, The Casagrandes are starring in their own popular animated series on Nickelodeon! Collecting The Casagrandes&’s greatest comic stories from the hit The Loud House graphic novel series. Featuring stories from the creative team of the hit Nickelodeon shows The Loud House and The Casagrandes!
The Casagrandes Vol. 2 (Casagrandes #2)
by The Loud House Creative TeamRonnie Anne Santiago is back with her full extended family, the Casagrandes. Her new life in the big city is one great adventure, full of new discoveries, love, laughter, and plenty of food (thanks to her abuela). Like when they experience &“Cooking with the Casagrandes,&” for example. Plus: Learn that Aunt Frida&’s mantra of the day is &“Life Imitates Art,&” and even get the latest scoop from &“Gossip Guy&” Hector. It&’s a grande celebration of the Casagrandes&’ greatest comic stories. Plus, all-new stories featuring the Casagrandes and never before seen biographies, and behind the scenes interviews with show talents!
The Casagrandes Vol. 3: Brand Stinkin New (Casagrandes #3)
by The Loud House Creative TeamLincoln Loud&’s close friend Ronnie Anne and Bobby Santiago recently moved to Great Lakes City to live with their multi-generational family in an apartment building atop a bustling mercado. While Bobby helps his abuelo run the mercado, among other odd (really odd) jobs, Ronnie Anne skateboards through big city life with her friends. Living together with their mom, Maria, they are adapting from going to a family of three in Royal Oaks to living with their whole extended close-knit family of cousins and aunts and uncles and parrots and giant dogs… headed by the kids&’ abuelos, Hector and Rosa. Now, with more ALL-NEW comic stories, let the fiesta begin!
The Casagrandes Vol. 4: Friends And Family (Casagrandes #4)
by The Loud House Creative TeamRonnie Anne and Bobby Santiago are newcomers in Great Lakes City, living with their multi-generational family in a multi-cultural apartment building. Between helping out their abuelos, posing for their Tia Frida&’s latest art installment, or just getting some more family time with their cousins, it is never a dull moment. Join in all the laughs, love, food, and family with more all-new comic stories, featuring work from the creative team behind the animated series! ¡Vámonos!
The Casagrandes Vol. 6: Familia Feud (Casagrandes #6)
by The Loud House Creative TeamRonnie Anne once again has her hands full with her huge extended family plus all her friends in Great Lakes City. And: Ronnie Anne and Sid are struggling with their class project! Can Tía Frida help them build their artistic vision? Or are things about to get wild? Plus: Lori drives out for a fantastic new job opportunity! But feathers may get ruffled when this internship goes sideways... Featuring all-new stories by the talent behind the Emmy-nominated series THE LOUD HOUSE and THE CASAGRANDES.
The Case Of The Good-For-Nothing Girlfriend
by Mabel ManeySecond in the Nancy Clue and the Hardly Boys series; parody.
The Case of the Black-Hooded Hangmans (Hank the Cowdog Series, #24)
by John R. EricksonWhen Eddy the Rac disappears from the ranch, a search for the fugitive leads Hank, along with Drover and Little Alfred, into the lair of the dreaded Black-Hooded Hangmans.
The Case of the Blazing Sky (Hank the Cowdog Series, #51)
by John R. EricksonSeptember can get pretty hot on the ranch, and as the head of security, Hank the Cowdog's being extra vigilant to ensure safety for all. But when a huge prairie fire looms on the horizon in the middle of the night, Hank finds himself in a sticky situation, trapped in a henhouse after another dirty trick from Pete the barn cat. Can Hank warn the family in time, save the ranch, and possibly get revenge on his feline enemy? Not without a lot of bumbling, stumbling, and grumbling--and Hank's goofy, crowd-pleasing sense of humor.
The Case of the Burrowing Robot (Hank the Cowdog Series, #42)
by John R. EricksonSally May's new vegetable garden is invaded by a burrowing robot. Hank the Cowdog, Head of Ranch Security, investigates but then is implicated as the perpetrator. In exile, Hank meets his old friend, Madame Moonshine, who helps clear Hank's name. Number 42 in the Hank series.
The Case of the Car-Barkaholic Dog (Hank the Cowdog Series, #17)
by John R. EricksonHank hitches a ride to town and finds his sister and her children are the target of a neighborhood bully. Hank devises an ingenious plan to ensnare the enemy.