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Late Stories
by Stephen Dixon"Mr. Dixon wields a stubbornly plain-spoken style; he loves all sorts of tricky narrative effects. And he loves even more the tribulations of the fantasizing mind, ticklish in their comedy, alarming in their immediacy."-The New York TimesThe interlinked tales in this Late Stories detail the excursions of an aging narrator navigating the amorphous landscape of grief in a series of tender and often waggishly elliptical digressions.Described by Jonathan Lethem as "one of the great secret masters" of contemporary American literature, Stephen Dixon is at the height of his form in these uncanny and virtuoso fictions.With Late Stories, master stylist Dixon returns with a collection exploring the elision of memory and reality in the wake of loss.Stephen Dixon was born in 1936 in New York City. He is the author of more than thirty books, including Frog and Interstate, which were nominated for the National Book Award. He is the recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship, the American Academy Institute of Arts and Letters Prize for Fiction, the O. Henry Award, and a Pushcart Prize.
Late Summer in the Vineyard: A gorgeous read filled with sunshine and wine in the South of France
by Jo Thomas'Love this book ... makes me want to live on a vineyard in the South of France!' Lisa Zupan, Producer of P.S. I Love You Escape to France with LATE SUMMER IN THE VINEYARD - Jo Thomas's irresistible follow-up to THE OYSTER CATCHER and THE OLIVE BRANCH. 'A fabulous French feast of fun' Milly JohnsonEmmy Bridges has always looked out for others. Now it's time to put down roots of her own.Working for a wine-maker in France is the opportunity of a lifetime for Emmy. Even if she doesn't know a thing about wine - beyond what's on offer at the local supermarket.There's plenty to get to grips with in the rustic town of Petit Frère. Emmy's new work friends need more than a little winning over. Then there's her infuriatingly brash tutor, Isaac, and the enigmatic Madame Beaumont, tucked away in her vineyard of secrets.But Emmy will soon realise that in life - just as in wine-making - the best things happen when you let go and trust your instincts. Particularly when there's romance in the air...
Late Summer in the Vineyard: A gorgeous read filled with sunshine and wine in the South of France
by Jo ThomasThe perfect place for a fresh start . . . Escape to France with LATE SUMMER IN THE VINEYARD - Jo Thomas's irresistible follow-up to THE OYSTER CATCHER and THE OLIVE BRANCH. 'A fabulous French feast of fun' Milly Johnson'Love this book ... makes me want to live on a vineyard in the South of France!' Lisa Zupan, Producer of P.S. I Love You Emmy Bridges has always looked out for others. Now it's time to put down roots of her own.Working for a wine-maker in France is the opportunity of a lifetime for Emmy. Even if she doesn't know a thing about wine - beyond what's on offer at the local supermarket.There's plenty to get to grips with in the rustic town of Petit Frère. Emmy's new work friends need more than a little winning over. Then there's her infuriatingly brash tutor, Isaac, and the enigmatic Madame Beaumont, tucked away in her vineyard of secrets.But Emmy will soon realise that in life - just as in wine-making - the best things happen when you let go and trust your instincts. Particularly when there's romance in the air...What readers are saying about Late Summer in the Vineyard:'A light-hearted romance set in a French vineyard. What could be better for summertime reading!''Funny, romantic and heart-warming read of love, friendships and wine''I loved this book - the sights, sounds, smells of France during the wine making season was truly believable. A great story with funny, loveable characters who I wanted as friends!'
Late Summer in the Vineyard: A gorgeous read filled with sunshine and wine in the South of France
by Jo ThomasEscape to France with LATE SUMMER IN THE VINEYARD - Jo Thomas's irresistible follow-up to THE OYSTER CATCHER and THE OLIVE BRANCH. 'A fabulous French feast of fun' Milly JohnsonEmmy Bridges has always looked out for others.It's time she put down roots of her own.Working for a wine-maker in France is the opportunity of a lifetime for Emmy. Even if she doesn't know a thing about wine - beyond what's on offer at the local supermarket.There's plenty to get to grips with in the rustic town of Petit Frère. Emmy's new work friends need more than a little winning over. Then there's her infuriatingly brash tutor, Isaac, and the enigmatic Madame Beaumont tucked away in her vineyard of secrets.But Emmy will soon realise that in life - just as in wine-making - the best things happen when you let go and trust your instincts. Particularly when there's romance in the air... 'This book is scrumptious! Fantastic setting, endearingly human characters and a page turning plot. I couldn't stop reading' Katie Fforde'What a gorgeous book! Reading it felt like the best kind of holiday' Lucy Diamond'A warm-hearted, sparkling gem... It's the perfect summer escape and I loved it!' Miranda Dickinson'Captures the essence of France from the vineyards and chateaux to the glorious sunshine and of course, the wine' Cathy Bramley(P)2016 Headline Digital
Later, When I’m Big
by Bette WesteraA playful, humorous look at being small but dreaming big.As a child and her mother walk up to the swimming pool, she dreams about everything she&’ll do when she&’s older. Maybe she&’ll dance with jellyfish. Maybe she&’ll fly to Saturn in a space rocket. She could even play with the monster under her bed! But for now, she&’ll have to face that terrifyingly tall diving board…With alliterative language and explosively colorful illustrations, When I&’m Big is an amusing journey through all sorts of fantastical futures. As readers travel to tropical rainforests, the North Pole, and beyond, they will start to dream about what their tomorrows could bring.
Latin for All Occasions
by Henry BeardWith more than 200,000 copies in print, Latin for All Occasions and its follow-up, Latin for Even More Occasions, have helped scores of readers harness the language of Caesar and Cicero. Impress your boss with Occupational Latin (Lingua Latina Occupationi); sell your product with Sales Latin (Lingua Latina Mercatoria); flirt with your classics professor with Sensual Latin (Lingua Latina Libidinosa); look like the hipster you are with Pop-Cultural Latin (Lingua Latina Popularis); survive the holidays with Familial Latin (Lingua Latina Domestica) and Celebrational Latin (Lingua Latina Festiva). It’s all here, whether you’re a student of the language or just want to talk like one. From cocktail-party banter to climbing the corporate ladder to online dating, Latin for All Occasions features dozens of handy sections, including Las Vegas Latin, Latin for Golfers, Latin for Breakups, Latin for the Politically Correct, and much, much more. In one easy-to-use volume, National Lampoon founder Henry Beard presents hundreds of listings rendered in grammatically accurate classical Latin, with a foolproof pronunciation guide. Who says Latin is a dead language? From the comic genius who brought us X-Treme Latin comes Latin for All Occasions, guaranteed to help readers delight their friends, insult their enemies, and elevate the public discourse. .
Latin Love Lessons: Put a Little Ovid in Your Life
by Charlotte Higgins“Who wouldn’t want Ms Higgins as their Latin mistress? From a deep acquaintance with both Roman poets…and television soaps…she has worked out “how to get laid, Roman-style.” — The Times (London)“Engaging, and sometimes very funny. . . . Hilarious.” — The Guardian“Latin Love Lessons is written with a light touch and a sense of humour that make it a delight to read. It’s as useful to an A-level Latin scholar as it is to anyone who has ever fallen in love.” — Time Out LondonHiggins takes the reader on a romp through the naughty bits of ancient verse, from the lewd epigrams of Catullus through to Ovid’s instructions to the lover. As she points out...whatever Cosmopolitan might think, Virgil said it better. . . . A funny, gloriously erudite and charming book. — Scotland on Sunday
The Latin Lover's Secret Child (The Galvan Brides #1)
by Jane PorterArgentinean wine tycoon Lucio Cruz is not expecting the call that summons him to his estranged wife's side. She's suffering a partial loss of memory, and Lucio discovers that she's returned to being the fiery, affectionate girl with whom he once eloped. Suddenly he can't resist her--but he knows he must. In just a few weeks, their divorce will be final.... Unless Ana can recall a secret that could change both their lives...
Laugh-a-Minute Jokes and Riddles
by Highlights For ChildrenBursting with hundreds of kid-approved jokes, riddles, cartoons, and word puzzles from Highlights, these collections will trigger a giggle attack every time kids open them. Laugh It Up! and Say It Again! are perfect for sharing laughs with friends and family. The hilarious illustrations by David Coulson and Mike Dammer add to the fun.
Laugh, Cry, Eat Some Pie
by Deanna DavisToday's special: A slice of insight and a scoop of wisdom, with some laughter on the side Deanna Davis is no stranger to tough times. Like the rest of us, she's faced her share of heartache, self-doubt, and professional obstacles among other challenges. In this inspiring new guide, she mixes together all the best ingredients-good humor, a dollop of wisdom, and powerful insights from the worlds of Positive Psychology and neuroscience-to serve up practical strategies for transforming your life, no matter how warmed-over everything around you (and inside you) might seem. With humor, honesty, and a down-to-earth, relatable style, Davis shares stories and insights that address the issues real women face every day-from balancing family needs with personal and professional ones, and stealing a few moments of quiet every now and then, to getting through the rough patches that every relationship sometimes throws us. Celebrating the importance of mindful living, the power of friendships, and the undeniable benefits of a good laugh (and, every now and then, a good cry), this is just the satisfying read we need for these tough times. .
The Laugh Giraffe: 350 Hilarious Jokes!
by Sky Pony PressWhat is it that even the most careful person overlooks? His nose!What do you call a dinosaur with a big vocabulary? A thesaurus! A hilarious collection of 350 unique jokes presented by the highly hilarious Laugh Giraffe for kids to enjoy, complete with hysterical illustrations!Do you ever struggle to find new jokes? Never fear! Using his long neck to search high and low, far and wide, the Laugh Giraffe can find all the best jokes for you! Prepare for witty one-liners, clever puns, powerful punchlines, jubilant jests, and many more hilarious jokes in this fantastic collection. The Laugh Giraffe is filled to the brim with both classic and original jokes to make readers keel over in laughter. Written to meet the unquenchable needs of the millions of children eternally hungry for joke books, this collection is complete with 350 hilarious jokes and is complemented by silly line drawings that are sure to amuse kids. Its endless supply of fresh content and splashy, engaging design—right down to the tall and narrow shape of the book itself—make The Laugh Giraffe a sure source of fun for young readers as well as parents, siblings, and friends! Perfect for long car rides and rainy days, this book is certain to bring laughter and fun to little ones and the whole family.
The Laugh Giraffe's Best and Funniest Animal Jokes: 350 Highly Hilarious Jokes!
by Sky Pony PressWhy do birds fly south in the winter? It&’s too far to walk! Where do penguins keep their money? In a snow bank! A hilarious collection of 350 unique jokes presented by the highly hilarious Laugh Giraffe for kids to enjoy, complete with hysterical illustrations!Do you ever struggle to find new jokes? Never fear! Using his long neck to search high and low, far and wide, the Laugh Giraffe can find all the best animal jokes for you! Prepare for witty one-liners, clever puns, powerful punchlines, jubilant jests, and many more hilarious jokes in this fantastic collection.The Laugh Giraffe's Best and Funniest Animal Jokes is filled to the brim with both classic and original jokes to make readers keel over in laughter. Written to meet the unquenchable needs of the millions of children eternally hungry for joke books, this collection is complete with 350 hilarious jokes, and is complemented by silly line drawings that are sure to amuse kids. Its endless supply of fresh content and splashy, engaging design make this book a sure source of fun for young readers as well as parents, siblings, and friends! Perfect for long car rides and rainy days, this book is sure to bring laughter and fun to little ones.
Laugh Lines: Humor, Genre, and Political Critique in Late Twentieth-Century American Poetry
by Carrie ConnersHumor in recent American poetry has been largely dismissed or ignored by scholars, due in part to a staid reverence for the lyric. Laugh Lines: Humor, Genre, and Political Critique in Late Twentieth-Century American Poetry argues that humor is not a superficial feature of a small subset, but instead an integral feature in a great deal of American poetry written since the 1950s. Rather than viewing poetry as a lofty, serious genre, Carrie Conners asks readers to consider poetry alongside another art form that has burgeoned in America since the 1950s: stand-up comedy. Both art forms use wit and laughter to rethink the world and the words used to describe it. Humor’s disruptive nature makes it especially whetted for critique. Many comedians and humorous poets prove to be astute cultural critics. To that end, Laugh Lines focuses on poetry that wields humor to espouse sociopolitical critique. To show the range of recent American poetry that uses humor to articulate sociopolitical critique, Conners highlights the work of poets working in four distinct poetic genres: traditional, received forms, such as the sonnet; the epic; procedural poetry; and prose poetry. Marilyn Hacker, Harryette Mullen, Ed Dorn, and Russell Edson provide the main focus of the chapters, but each chapter compares those poets to others writing humorous political verse in the same genre, including Terrance Hayes and Anne Carson. This comparison highlights the pervasiveness of this trend in recent American poetry and reveals the particular ways the poets use conventions of genre to generate and even amplify their humor. Conners argues that the interplay between humor and genre creates special opportunities for political critique, as poetic forms and styles can invoke the very social constructs that the poets deride.
Laugh Lines: My Life Helping Funny People Be Funnier
by Alan ZweibelWith his tender, funny memoir of four decades in the business, one of the first writers for Saturday Night Live traces the history of American comedy. Alan Zweibel started his comedy career selling jokes for seven dollars apiece to the last of the Borscht Belt standups. Then one night, despite bombing on stage, he caught the attention of Lorne Michaels and became one of the first writers at Saturday Night Live, where he penned classic material for Gilda Radner, John Belushi, and all of the original Not Ready For Prime Time Players. From SNL, he went on to have a hand in a series of landmark shows—from It’s Garry Shandling’s Show to Curb Your Enthusiasm. Throughout the pages of Laugh Lines Zweibel weaves together his own stories and interviews with his friends and contemporaries, including Richard Lewis, Eric Idle, Bob Saget, Mike Birbiglia, Sarah Silverman, Judd Apatow, Dave Barry, Carl Reiner, and more. The book also features a charming foreword from his friend of forty-five years Billy Crystal, with whom he co-wrote and co-produced the upcoming film Here Today that stars Crystal and Tiffany Haddish. Laugh Lines is a warmhearted cultural memoir of American comedy.“In Laugh Lines, Zweibel looks back, affectionately and informatively, at a career that began when he was a young deli worker grinding out jokes for old-school borscht belt comedians in his spare time, and that, after his “S.N.L.” years, included rewarding collaborations with, among others, Garry Shandling, Billy Crystal, Martin Short, Larry David and Dave Barry. . . . Fascinating.” —New York Times“Any comedy fan will thrill to see the contemporary art's invention through the eyes of consummate funny man Alan Zweibel. He takes you behind the velvet rope and makes you weep for all those artists who made us laugh. Screamingly funny—also very moving. A classic.” —Mary Karr“Alan Zweibel is legendary among us comedians. He is the man who delivers comedy with an emotional clout that makes him respected and revered.” —Steve Martin
Laugh Lines are Beautiful: And Other Age-Defying Truths
by Leigh Anne Jasheway-BryantNow that you’re a mature woman, you’re smart enough to know that . . . a tight ponytail can take five years off your face. More bright, brassy opinions from the fountain of truth! From the author ofNot Guilty by Reason of Menopausecomes another unapologetically feisty manifesto. Laugh Lines Are Beautifulcelebrates everything from the dubious benefits of maturity, moderation, and perky mammaries to the singular pleasures of mood swings, mammograms, and myopia. In comedienne Leigh Anne Jasheway-Bryant’s pasture, there are no sacred cows. Growing older (and hopefully, wiser) with style and sass and a slightly sagging posterior trumps investing in anti-aging goo, inflatable face and body parts, and ill-fitting foundation garments any day. So why age gracefully when having a midlife crisis feels so good?
Laugh or Cry: The British Soldier on the Western Front, 1914–1918
by Peter Hart Gary BainAwakened by great shouted oaths below. Peeped over the side of the manger and saw a Belgian lass milking and addressing a cow with a comprehensive luridness that left no doubt in my mind that British soldiers had been billeted here before.' - Private Norman Ellison, 1/6th King’s Liverpool Regiment Humor helped the British soldier survive the terrible experiences they faced in the trenches of the Western Front during the Great War. Human beings are complicated, and there is no set pattern as to how they react to the outrageous stresses of war. But humor, often dark and representative of the horrors around them could and often did help. They may have been up to their knees in mud and blood, soaking wet and shot at from all sides, but many were still determined to see the ‘funny side’, rather than surrender to utter misery. Peter Hart and Gary Bain have delved deep into the archives to find examples of the soldier’s wit. The results are at times hilarious but rooted in tragedy. You have to laugh or cry.
Laugh-Out-Loud: A Year of Laughs (Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids)
by Rob ElliottLaugh all year long with this hilarious, highly illustration collection of jokes from the author of the #1 bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series. With gags for every day of the year, it’s the book perfect book to keep the whole family laughing no matter what the weather’s like outside!Q: Why are turtles always throwing parties?A: They like to shell-ebrate!With 365 knee-slapping puns, knock-knock jokes, and zingers, this highly illustrated, four-color gag-fest is the newest edition to Rob Elliott ’s #1 bestselling LAUGH- OUT-LOUD JOKES FOR KIDS series. It’s sure to keep the whole family laughing all year long. It’s the perfect gift for young comedians, emergent readers, and quipsters of all ages!Rob Elliott’s bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series has sold more than 6 million copies!
Laugh Out Loud
by James Patterson Chris Grabenstein Jeff Ebbeler<P>Get ready to Laugh Out Loud (a lot!) with James Patterson's newest illustrated middle grade story! <P>Jimmy loves reading so much that he's inspired to start a book company for kids--run by kids. It's a big dream for a twelve-year-old boy--some would even say it's laugh-out-loud ridiculous! But that doesn't stop Jimmy from dreaming even bigger! His company will be as imaginative and fun as Willy Wonka's chocolate factory...with a Ferris wheel instead of an elevator, a bowling alley in the break room, and a river filled with floating books! He just has to believe in himself and his idea. (And maybe win the Lotto.) <P>In this hilarious story filled with clever references to children's book favorites, James Patterson shows young readers that anything can be achieved if you believe in yourself no matter what! <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Laugh Out Loud: Stories to Touch Your Heart & Tickle Your Funny Bone
by Thomas NelsonCouldn&’t we all use a good laugh?Whether you&’re running full-speed-ahead or disappointed that it&’s Monday (again), you&’ll find joy in these pages where women—and a few men—share their hilarious stories and insights on daily life. Pets, potlucks, husbands, hot flashes, typos, tykes...This world can be a funny place, and these stories are bound to prove it. Read a chapter to brighten your morning, or catch a few words to make you smile before bed. There&’s never a bad time for a good laugh, and Laugh Out Loud is..
Laugh-Out-Loud: The 1,001 Funniest LOL Jokes of All Time (Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids)
by Rob ElliottLaugh out loud with this uproarious collection of the 1,0001 FUNNIEST jokes from the author of the #1 bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series. Perfect for car rides, rainy days, or anytime you just want to crack up! Q: What goes up and down but never moves? A: A flight of stairs. With 1,001 of the ALL-TIME BEST, FUNNIEST, and HILARIOUS jokes, puns, and zingers, you’re sure to have the perfect joke for any moment to keep the whole family laughing. Perfect for young comedians, class clowns, and jokesters of all ages! Rob Elliott’s bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series has sold more than 5 million copies!
Laugh-Out-Loud A+ Jokes for Kids: A 4-in-1 Collection (Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids)
by Rob ElliottThe #1 bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series heads back to school with a collection of brand-new jokes that will have the whole class in stitches!A new class clown is in town: Rob Elliott’s #1 bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series is back with a set of jokes to last the whole school year.With riotous jokes for every occasion—from chortling in the hallways to cackling on the bus—these instant classics full of fresh, clean humor will keep the whole school quaking with laughter!How do bees get to class?They take the school buzz!
Laugh-Out-Loud Adventure Jokes for Kids: Includes A+ Jokes For Kids, Adventure Jokes For Kids, And Awesome Jokes For Kids (Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids)
by Rob ElliottThe #1 bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series reaches hilarious new heights with jokes, puns, and gut-busting gags for every adventure.Rob Elliott’s bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series has sold more than 4.5 million copies!Jump into page after page of adrenaline-pumping puns and sweat-inducing zingers that will take you high up in the sky, deep down inside caves, beneath the ocean, and out into space. Risk these jokes, riddles, and puns on your own or challenge your fellow adventurers.
Laugh-Out-Loud Awesome Jokes for Kids: Includes A+ Jokes For Kids, Adventure Jokes For Kids, And Awesome Jokes For Kids (Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids)
by Gearbox Rob ElliottThe #1 bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series returns with a timeless collection of brand-new jokes for every occasion and every member of the family!Get ready for a barrel of laughs in a pint-sized package: the jokes, riddles, knock-knocks, and puns don’t stop coming in Rob Elliott’s newest collection of never-before-heard instant classics. Fresh and clean, this book is for good times with the whole family that will never grow old.Q: Do you want to hear a pizza joke? A: Are you sure? It’s gonna be cheesy!
Laugh-Out-Loud: The Big Book of Knock-Knock Jokes (Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids)
by Rob ElliottRob Elliott’s #1 bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series will have you laughing in no time with this hilarious collection of hundreds of never-before-collected knock-knock jokes! Knock. Knock.Who’s there?Annie.Annie who?Annie friend of yours is a friend of mine!With The Big Book of Knock-Knock Jokes, you’ll have the perfect jokes to keep the whole family in stitches, and be on the road to becoming everyone’s favorite comedian.Rob Elliott’s bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series has sold more than 5 million copies!
Laugh-Out-Loud Christmas Jokes for Kids: 2-in-1 Collection Of Spooky Jokes And Christmas Jokes (Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids)
by Rob Elliott GearboxThe first-ever Christmas collection from the #1 bestselling author of Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids is finally here with hundreds of holiday- and winter-themed jokes to make the season bright.The holiday season just got a whole lot merrier now that Rob Elliott is back with another instant classic full of fresh, frosty fun to bring the whole family together. These pages are bursting with laughter to warm up the fireside, the sledding slopes, and everywhere in between.Why don't lobsters give Christmas presents? Because they're shellfish!