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Book SynopsisPETER BLEGVAD''s cult comic strip LEVIATHAN ran for seven years in The Independent on Sunday review. It was memorably described by Simpsons creator Matt Groening as one of the greatest, weirdest things I''ve ever stared at. Quirky and referential, dark and droll, by turn, Blegvad''s cartoons are indeed unlike anything else in print.THE BOOK OF LEVIATHAN assembles the cream of Levi and Cat''s adventures in a 160pp hardback - startlingly produced, with flat-bound, mirrored cover boards and full colour printing throughout. It is an object to treasure, and a snip at 12.99Trade ReviewPeter Blegvad's comic strip is one of the greatest, weirdest things I've ever stared at. Give me Leviathan or give me death! -- Matt GroeningWhenever I'm asked for proof that literature, art and poetry can exist in comic form, I point to Peter Blegvad. -- Ben Katchor, author The Jew of New York.The greatest, weirdest thing. -- Times Literary SupplementBlegvad has opened up the crib-fenced world that precedes words and filled it to the brim with deadpan poetry and gnomic chatter * San Francisco Chronicle *Funny, enigmatic and beautifully limned- what more could one ask? -- Glen Baxter * The Observer, Book of the Year *Combines surreal imagination and existential musings with superb draughtsmanship. * The List, Glasgow & Edinburgh *Deeply weird, unique and disturbingly wonderful. * Independent on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisFrom the creators of We Go to the Gallery comes the story of a precocious young pig who goes to university and decides to become a hero of the downtrodden and oppressed.

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking picture-led celebration of the work of over 100 named British artists, and a few more anonymous ones, revealing a wealth of women's wit and insight spanning 250 years.

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Book Synopsis⭐ THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ⭐''Finlay Donovan is irresistible!'' JANET EVANOVICH''I adore everything about it . . . the perfect blend of mystery and romcom'' ALI HAZELWOODFinlay Donovan is ready to bite the bullet. She''s done with her accidental life of crime.But first, there''s the small matter of her debt to the Russian mob.Her task should be simple: locate a rogue hitman before the cops do. The catch? This killer might be a cop himself. From inside the citizens'' police academy, run by distractingly hot Detective Nicholas Anthony, Finlay needs to sleuth out her target - and some fresh ideas for her new crime novel. Can she get to her edits and the hitman in time? She''ll give it her best shot.With more dating, diapers and dodging bullets, the third book in the hilarious, irresistibly lovable Finlay Donovan series is perfect for fans of Dial A for AunTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE FINLAY DONOVAN SERIES: Fresh, heartfelt and witty . . . relatable heroine Finlay Donovan is irresistible! -- Janet EvanovichThis series is magical! The premise is absolutely brilliant, the writing is tight, sharp, hilarious, and heartfelt. I'm in awe of Elle Cosimano. Every book lover in the world should be reading Finlay Donovan -- Christina LaurenIt would be next to impossible to find another author who writes stories that are as thrilling as they are hilarious. By now, I love Finlay Donovan so much I would 100% hide a dead body for her -- Jesse Q. SutantoFunny and smart, twisty and surprising - Finlay Donovan is a character to root for -- Megan MirandaCosimano skillfully combines suspense and laughs in the manner of Janet Evanovich's early (and best) novels, finished off with a metafictional twist * New York Times *The best kind of escapist fiction . . . laugh out loud funny -- Julie ClarkHired guns, the Russian mob, and a love triangle for the ages? Yes, please! . . . clever, dark, and laugh-out-loud funny. I'm a fan for life -- Heather GudenkaufThe Finlay Donovan series is an unpredictable, fun, funny, page-turning delight. Like her creation, Elle Cosimano knocks 'em dead -- Gwenda BondFinlay Donovan is the perfect 21st century heroine - I adore her -- Sophie CousensFunny, fast-paced . . . part rom-com, part mystery, pure joy! -- Chantel GuertinA delightfully fun surprise . . . bright and hilarious * PopSugar *Clever, perfectly plotted, and laugh out loud funny -- Wendy WalkerRead in a single night, applauding along the way. For anyone who's ever wished to turn her life around, Finlay Donovan is the master. * Lisa Gardner *

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Book SynopsisThe Tour de France has been thrilling people and challenging cyclists for well over a century and is seen by many to be the pinnacle of cycling achievements. From the controversies to the coloured jerseys and the mountain climbs to the sprints, the Tour de France is one of the most iconic sporting events in the world and makes headline news every year. With fascinating tidbits and remarkable stories behind this prestigious and grueling event from dramatic victories to heart-wrenching defeats, this tiny tome dives into the legendary riders, epic battles and memorable moments along with the passion, perseverance and passion of this thrilling race. Whether an armchair fanatic or a cycling champion, this Little Guide to the Tour de France has something for everyone. Packed with quotes, facts and trivia, it''s the ultimate companion to the ultimate challenge.

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Book SynopsisThe New York Times Bestseller!Named one of Vulture''s 10 Best Comedy Books of 2022From New York Times bestselling author, and Family Guy writer Gary Janetti comes Start Without Me, a collection of hilarious, laugh out loud, true life stories about the small moments that add up to a big life.Gary Janetti is bothered. By a lot of things. And thank God he's here to tell us.In Start Without Me, Gary returns with his acid tongue firmly in cheek to the moments and times that defined him. He takes us by the hand as we follow him through the summers he spends in his twenties, pursuing both the perfect tan and the perfect man to no avail and much regret. At his Catholic high school, he strikes up an unlikely friendship with a nun who shares Gary''s love of soap operas, which becomes a salvation to them both. And don''t get him started on how a bad hotel room can ruin even the best vacation. This laugh-

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Book SynopsisBased on the trailblazing podcast where the McElroy brothers and their dad play a tabletop RPG, and illustrated by cartooning powerhouse Carey Pietsch, The Adventure Zone: The Eleventh Hour is a thrilling new chapter in this #1 New York Times bestselling series. If you love the D&D flavor of Critical Role and Dimension 20, you'll definitely wanna hop on board with on this time-bending installment where the stakes are higher than ever!The Bureau of Balance has located yet another Grand Relic, and this time it's...time? A small mining town called Refuge has been locked away behind an arcane bubble, and somewhere inside it the Temporal Chalice is causing unknown mayhem. Taako, Magnus, and Merle are launched into their investigation, but they've barely had a chance to get their feet under them before the situation literally falls apart. When the town clocktower strikes noon, Refuge and its citizens are destroyed in a sudden chaos of flame and r

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Book SynopsisInstant New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller! An intimate and light-hearted memoir by viral sensation and three-time Emmy-nominated musical comedian Randy Rainbow that takes readers through his lifethe highs, the lows, the lipstick, the pink glasses, and the show tunes.Randy Rainbow, the man who conquered the Internet with a stylish pair of pink glasses, an inexhaustible knowledge of Broadway musicals, and the most gimlet-eyed view of American politics this side of Mark Twain finally tells all in Playing with Myself, a memoir sure to cause more than a few readers to begin singing one of his greatest hits like A Spoonful of Clorox or Cover Your Freakin' Face. As Randy has said, There's so much fake news out there about me. I can't wait to set the record straight and finally give people a peek behind the green screen. And set the record straight

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Book SynopsisA witty, absurdist satire of the last 500 years, Alexandra Petri's US History is the fake textbook you never knew you needed!

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Book SynopsisAs a busy mum with a newborn and a toddler, viral sensation Laura Clery has plenty to say about the ups and downs of pregnancy, childbirth, and being the best mum she can be while also balancing career success, sobriety, marriage and creativity. With her engaging and witty voice, she pulls back the curtain on all aspects of her offbeat life, including dealing with addiction and virtual AA meetings during a pandemic and maintaining healthy relationships with her son, daughter, husband, and most importantly, herself. Laura’s life has changed a great deal since she wrote Idiot, but what hasn’t changed is her ability to celebrate the laugh-out-loud moments of everyday life and share the tough times with humour, honesty and heart.

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Book SynopsisThe honest, entertaining and brilliantly relatable Sunday Times bestseller.Kate Lawler has never been maternal. And yet here she is: mother to Noa, after years of going back and forth about having children at all. This is the story of her journey from parentally undecided to early motherhood, via raging hormones, sleepless nights, emergency hospital trips, mum guilt, unspoken regrets and post-natal depression.This book is not a parenting manual. It won''t tell you what to pack in your hospital bag, or how to get your baby to sleep. It may not help you with feeding or dealing with tantrums. But it will show you that you''re not alone - and that it''s perfectly possible, and maybe even normal, to love your child with all of your heart while also feeling lost, alone and resentful.Whether you''re an expectant parent, a new parent, firmly in the thick of it, or still parentally undecided, this book is for you, as Kate writes honestly and hilariously

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Book SynopsisThe heartwarming and hilarious new novel from the bestselling author of THE SINGLE LADIES OF JACARANDA RETIREMENT VILLAGEThree unlikely friends. One chance to save the community. It might just be the perfect blend....The Marjorie Marshall Memorial Cafeteria is at the heart of St Jude''s Hospital. Staffed by successive generations of dedicated volunteers, for over fifty years the beloved cafeteria has been serving up a kind word and sympathetic ear along with tea and scones. Hilary, the stalwart Manageress, has worked her way up through the ranks; Joy, the latest recruit, is driving Hilary mad by arriving late every day; and seventeen-year-old Chloe, the daughter of two successful surgeons, is volunteering in the holidays and bemused by the older women. But when they discover the cafeteria is under threat of closure, the unlikely trio must put aside their differences. As they realise the secrets and sorrows they have

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Book SynopsisFour friends. Twelve years. One Eurovision . . .  Eurovision is always the highlight of Millie's year. So when she and her best friend James get the chance to see the final live in Oslo, it's a dream come true - until they get swept up the excitement and try to break backstage, along with carefree German singer Ingrid and charismatic Australian backpacker, Noah. Getting thrown out of the stadium wasn't exactly the plan, but it might just spark the friendship - and the pact - of a lifetime. The four of them are going to reunite for every final, every year, every Eurovision.  Over the years, the unlikely four celebrate iconic Eurovision moments all across Europe - and, most importantly, are there for each other during all their highs and lows, heartaches and triumphs. But real life takes them down increasingly different paths, their promise becomes harder and harder to keep. Can

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Book SynopsisEnjoy a good dose of therapeutic laughter with Anna''s heartfelt stories that proclaim life is still beautiful (and ridiculously funny) is even when is difficult.Popular humor writer Anna Lind Thomas had an epiphany after her essay about a humiliating fart went mega-viral: Everything''s funny . . .eventually.In We''ll Laugh About This (Someday) you''ll cry-laugh your way through the many grave offenses Anna''s endured but learned to look back on and laugh about, like: Not getting credit for Lady Gaga''s career An epic financial crisis Exercising while her children dole out biting critiques about her dimpled thighs  In We''ll Laugh About This (Someday) Anna''s wit, charm, and painful relatability will encourage you to remember that your most humiliating moment may be the best thing to ever happen to you--or at the very least, it''ll make for a really good story.

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Book SynopsisGet a healthy dose of humor and inspiration to help you survive the workday (plus just enough snark to be satisfying)!Overbearing bosses, annoying coworkers, 5 o''clock meetings, Mondays…you know all too well that they can work feel unbearable. To survive the grind (and keep your sanity) you need some perspective, some joy, and a good laugh.BYE, I Quit is the perfect blend of satire, encouragement, and fun (sort of like a happiness cocktail!) to help you find meaning and humor to get through the workday. If you have had a recent epiphany about quitting your job or know someone who has, this fully illustrated, meme-worthy guidebook offers the inspiration needed to keep your chin up and tap into what really matters in life (Spoiler: it''s not your job).Find joy and inspiration with entries that include: A flowchart to determine if you should send that passive-aggressive email Affirmations that you are more than j

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Book SynopsisThe Dreaded Batter Pudding Hurler of Bexhill-on-Sea: No fewer than 38 Batter Puddings have been hurled at Minnie Bannister, the world famous poker player. (Give her a good poker and she''ll play any tune you like.) A madman is at large so it''s time to call in Scotland Yard! The Histories of Pliny the Elder: The mighty Julius Caesar has invaded Ancient Briton, only to be greeted by none other than Eccles. Undeterred, Caesar and the might of the Roman army prepare for battle, while the Britons prepare for a game of football. However, Caracticus Seagoon will never surrender to Rome - he will fight them up the hill and down Mrs Dale. Vintage Beeb: classic albums first available as BBC LPs, now on CD and download for the first time ever.1 CD. 56 mins.

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Book SynopsisWhat would lockdown internet sensation Britney Spears aka Jackie Weaver do? Are you tired of being patronised, talked over and told to READ THE STANDING ORDERS? (Perhaps not that last one.)For every woman who has endured that I-know-what''s-best-for-you tone, this is the book for you. The feminist political icon we didn''t know we needed, the indomitable Jackie Weaver shares her own standing orders for life: Zoom etiquette (don''t be another Julie''s iPad) Asserting yourself in the workplace Making change in your local community Dealing with tiresome men who go on and on (and on)No-nonsense, witty and incisive, Jackie Weaver will show you that you do have the authority here. This is an essential handbook for getting things done without fuss, keeping cool in the face of adversity and pressing mute on the noise.Trade ReviewAn essential guide * Good Housekeeping *

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Book Synopsis''Lyrical as a poem, psychologically rich as a thriller, funny, dark, warm, and as knowing of place as any travel book or memoir, The Sunlit Night marks the appearance of a brave talent'' Jonathan Safran Foer, author of Everything is IlluminatedFrances had read of a man who painted with only the colour yellow. He lived in the north of Norway.In the beautiful, barren landscape of the Far North, under the ever-present midnight sun, Frances and Yasha are surprised to find refuge in each other. Their lives have been upended Frances has fled heartbreak and claustrophobic Manhattan for an isolated artist colony; Yasha, a Russian immigrant raised in a bakery in Brighton Beach, arrives from Brooklyn to fulfill his beloved father's last wish: to be buried at the top of the world'. They have come to learn how to be alone.But in Lofoten, an archipelago of six tiny islands in the Norwegian Sea, ninety-five miles north of the Arctic Circle, they form a bond that fortifiTrade ReviewLyrical as a poem, psychologically rich as a thriller, funny, dark, warm, and as knowing of place as any travel book or memoir, The Sunlit Night marks the appearance of a brave talent * Jonathan Safran Foer *A playful, arresting and enchanting new voice * Liz Jensen *A richly imagined and darkly comic story about loneliness and love at the top of the world * Jenny Offill, author of Dept. of Speculation *Dinerstein has done readers a big favor not only by writing this luminous story about love, family, and the bewilderment of being young but also by bringing them into an otherworldly setting: a nightless Arctic summer on the spectacular Lofoten Islands. Enchanting in every way * Maggie Shipstead, author of Astonish Me *By turns ravishing and hilarious, The Sunlit Night is more than a shining debut - it's the work of a young master. Dinerstein writes of her two lovers with sensitivity and chutzpah: human drama, a nightless summer, the transformative power of nature. Here's an exciting new voice that sings perfectly in key * Darin Strauss, author of Half a Life *The Sunlit Night heralds the beginning of an intriguing career in fiction during which Dinerstein will hopefully continue to take us off the beaten path * Huffington Post *This oddball romance has a magnificent backdrop – a small island near the Arctic Circle where the sun never sets … Funny, sad and sharply observed * Psychologies *Refreshing … Lyrical but it’s observant and witty, too. What made the novel special for me was the striking sense of place and effortless evocation of grief that push the two central characters towards each other * Daily Mail *Luminous … Dinerstein brings a contagious wonder to her storytelling * O, the Oprah Magazine *Quirky, exuberant … The Sunlit Night is a novel about grief, separation and disruption – and the curative qualities of love and landscape * Wall Street Journal *Lush and compelling * Grazia *The Norwegian Arctic of Dinerstein’s imagination is a strange and wonderful place … The constant sunlight of midsummer feeds the book’s dreamy, surreal quality * The New York Times Book Review *Darkly charming … Dinerstein’s prose is detailed, and keeps the novel grounded as the characters face the arctic summer’s end * New Yorker *Extraordinarily captivating … Told against the extraordinary backdrop of sun-filled, endless Norwegian days, of the unique and striking colours that seep out and shine through Dinerstein’s vibrant, precise, sun-splashed prose … This poetic novel is beautifully paced … A compassionate novel * Irish Times *

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Book SynopsisThese guinea pigs really know how to act' The Times Born into the litters of two rival families, star-cross'd lovers Romeo and Juliet fall tuft-over-paw for each other before learning that they are sworn enemies. O Romeo, Romeo! Wherefore art thou Romeo?' squeaks Juliet from her balcony, before declarations of undying affection are made and a secret wedding is planned. But the path of true love does not run smooth, and Romeo soon finds himself banished from the city of Verona after playing his part in a fatal brawl with Juliet's family. In a desperate attempt to scurry away together, they devise a plan fraught with danger that eventually leads to heart-break Discover Shakespeare's classic tale of romance and tragedy, retold in an entirely new way.Trade ReviewThese guinea pigs really know how to act * The Times *An unexpected hit * Guardian *Really fun * Daily Mail *

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Book Synopsis ''An unforgettable first novel'' The Times * * * * *THE EBOOK BESTSELLER ABOUT FATHERS, SONS AND LOVETen-year-old Jonah lives in a world of his own.He likes colours and feathers and the feel of fresh air on his skin.He dislikes sudden loud noises and any change to his daily routine.Jonah has never spoken, yet somehow he communicates better than all of the adults in his life.Inspired by the author''s experiences with his own son, SHTUM is a novel about three generations of a family learning to get along.* * * * *''A book with true heart and soul'' Joanna Cannon''Whether you think Shtum is a novel about autism or about marriage (it''s both, by the way), you will agree that it is, in the end, a love story infused with wit, charm, and a deep appreciation for the complex beauty of damaged souls.'' Jonathan TropperTrade ReviewPraise for the heartwarming novel of 2017:Jem Lester writes so beautifully, it feels as if you're eavesdropping on a conversation. Shtum is a book with true heart and soul, and I loved every word -- Joanna Cannon, author of THE TROUBLE WITH GOATS AND SHEEPA darker, sadder version of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, but just as moving * OBSERVER *Angry and fiercely funny . . . The ending tears the heart out; this is an unforgettable first novel * THE TIMES *This is the literary territory of Tony Parsons and Nick Hornby, infused with the Jewish humour of Howard Jacobson and Shalom Auslander . . . an impressive novel that gives a very accurate portrayal of the struggles some families of autistic children endure, while taking the reader on an exhilarating roller coaster ride between pathos, comedy and anger * GUARDIAN *Moving and, at times, painfully sad, Lester's account is also darkly funny. It is an important reminder of the complex spectrum of human emotion, and a profound insight into an often misunderstood disorder * STYLIST *'SHTUM is a thought-provoking novel about the silent ties between generations, with a wonderful child character at its heart. I loved Jonah and ached for the impossible decisions his family had to face' -- Julie CohenHighly intelligent, warm-hearted and clearly based on experience * THE SUNDAY TIMES *Powerful, unapologetic and deeply moving, Jem Lester mines a hard-hitting story to discover dark humour and surprising warmth. It's a book that breaks your heart but ultimately uplifts. A simply stunning novel -- Miranda DickinsonA tale of family, loss, self-discovery and forgiveness. Prepare to be moved by its beauty * HEAT MAGAZINE *Warm, funny and sad * DAILY EXPRESS *Funny yet heart-breaking, the book is likely to be enjoyed by fans of The Rosie Project and The Shock of the Fall * INDEPENDENT *Jem Lester manages to capture a difficult and often heart-wrenching story of a family coping with an autistic son, writing with a fast pace and levity that somehow doesn't lessen any of the emotion of this wonderful novel. A must for your reading list * GRAZIA *With shades of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time this former journalist's debut is informed by his own experiences with his non-verbal autistic son * BIG ISSUE *A book that has you laughing one minute and is breaking your heart the next. * WOMAN AND HOME *An emotive, button-pushing read that should come with a packet of tissues * RED MAGAZINE *'[Lester] tells a memorable story full of dark humour and heart twistingly sad insight, about the bond between fathers and sons' * SUNDAY MIRROR *[Lester carries] off this challenging storyline with spectacular success. There are some very sad moments, but far more that are blackly funny. Lester is superb at comic cameo, and the local authority jobsworths with whom Ben must deal are hilariously drawn. But it is Georg, Ben's severe and loving father, who is the novel's towering achievement; a complex man whose tragic past illuminates the present * DAILY MAIL *Bleak, candid, funny and touching, this impressively impassioned debut novel reveals how a lack of words does not signify a lack of love * SUNDAY EXPRESS MAGAZINE *Drawing on his own experience of raising an autistic child, Jem Lester has made this a frank and warm portrait of three men bumbling through life * INDEPENDENT *'At its heart are the things they need to say to each other but often keep "shtum" about - and the child who says nothing, but communicates his needs eloquently' * FINANCIAL TIMES *Shtum is a novel of compassionate understanding, and it is absorbing from start to finish. -- Ian Thomson * TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT *Gritty, heart-breaking and wonderful all at once. -- Natasha Harding * THE SUN *Prepare for an unsweetened heart-shredder of a novel, as raw as it is real. -- Madeleine Kingsley * JEWISH CHRONICLE *Heart-wrenching and thought-provoking story of a family coping with an autistic child. -- Fanny Blake * WOMAN & HOME *This touching novel tells the story of Jonah, a 10-year old boy who can't speak. * NOW MAGAZINE *Lester's unusual book conveys a profound message about the whole spectrum of humanity... a thought-provoking and moving read. -- Helena Gumley-Mason * THE LADY *It's the territory of Tony Parsons and Nick Hornby, infused with the Jewish humour of Howard Jacobson and Shalom Auslander. This impressive novel leads the reader through pathos, comedy and anger. * GUARDIAN *Whether you think Shtum is a novel about autism or about marriage (it's both, by the way), you will agree that it is, in the end, a love story infused with wit, charm, and a deep appreciation for the complex beauty of damaged souls. * Jonathan Tropper, author of THIS IS WHERE I LEAVE YOU *

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Book SynopsisFrom conception and birth all the way through to death and rebirth, The Story of Life is the laugh-out-loud, brilliantly surreal follow up to Motivational Quotes to Help You Be More Positive by social media star and illustrator Chris (Simpsons Artist)

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Book SynopsisThe last twelve months seen through the eyes of the brilliantly funny cartoonist Matt - the perfect Christmas gift.'Matt is an Adorable Genius' Jilly CooperTrade ReviewA magical mix of school boy giggles and satirical schadenfraude. * SOUTH WALES ARGUS *His distinctive chuckle friendly, slightly rushed style makes this collection a must * BELFAST TELEGRAPH *

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Book SynopsisTrade Review[Corgis] are smart, trainable, biddable, loving dogs. Best of all, though, are those butts. Take it from me, there’s nothing in the canine world like a plump Corgi backside…A Corgi’s butt is a Corgi’s joy-buzzer, and every time I see it, I fall in love again. -- from the foreword by Stephen King

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Book SynopsisFor Gervase Phinn growing old is not about a leisurely walk to the pub for a game of dominoes or snoozing in his favourite armchair. As this sparkling collection of his very best humorous writing shows, he may be ''out of the woods'' but he is certainly not ''over the hill''.Looking back over more than sixty years of family life, teaching, inspecting schools, writing and public speaking, Gervase never fails to unearth humour, character, warmth and wisdom from the most diverse of experiences, whether they be growing up in Rotherham with the most un-Yorkshirelike of names or describing why loud mobile phone users get his goat.Brimming with nostalgia, gently mocking life''s absurdities, never shy of an opinion, this is Gervase Phinn at his wittiest, twinkly-eyed best.Trade ReviewFor those of us of a certain age, Out of the Woods but not Over the Hill is a wonderfully cheering title. When Gervase Phinn receives his peerage for services to good-heartedness, this will be the motto on his coat of arms: "Ex silvis sed non supra montem."... This entertaining and moving homework earns a good few merit marks. Gervase Phinn is not going downhill yet, by a long chalk on a blackboard * Independent, Jonathan Sale *Packed with hilarious yarns on family, growing up and growing old, this is a marvellous book * Express *

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Book SynopsisFat people,Footballers,Flip-flops,Formula One,Wheelie luggageCycle helmets,Processed ham,Skiing,Dogs,,,Are you all wound up? Boiling and ready to blow? Breathe deeply. Relax.Master of spleen Giles Coren, author of what The Guardian called ''The Maddest Email Ever'', has an unbeatable technique for working through the anger: He does it for you.Trade ReviewCoren gets to do what he does best - toot the horn of his blazing wit and linguistic skill, best exercised in relation to himself - and we realise there's scope for irritation about things we'd never even considered before. Coren fans will devour these short bursts of vitriol - it's his classic and best prose. Some will roll their eyes at his narcissism but let's face it, if there's one writer who can pull off a stunt like this, it's Mr Coren. * City AM *The anger bit is pretty obvious but the management aspect is more mysterious. Unless it's that any unsuspecting angry nutter who picks it up assuming it's a self-help manual will eventually put it down thinking, blimey, I don't have a problem at all next to Psycho there. * Spectrum *This Week We're... wishing we could be as blunt about life as Giles Coren in his book Anger Management for Beginners...Obesity, footballers, skiing, cycle helmets, barcodes, dogs - nothing escapes his well-aimed, acerbic barbs. We might have the beginnings of an inappropriate crush... * Glasgow Herald *FUNNY. FUNNY. FUNNY. FACT...BRILLIANT book * Claudia Winkleman *There can be few better companions to unwind with on holiday than the irrepressible Giles Coren, who will have you laughing out loud with his left-field take on life's gripes. * Sunday Herald *there's wit and verve here * Sunday Business Post *

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Book SynopsisKeeping pets is a lovely idea. When building a family, they complement the kids. But what happens when things get out of hand?For writer and house husband, Matt Whyman, it''s a case of catastrophe management in coping with four children and all the ill-advised animals amassed by his career wife, Emma. Just as Matt gets to grips with managing her two maxed out minipigs, she falls for a miniature Dachshund - the kind of dog he wouldn''t be seen dead with.Hercules isn''t big or clever, but Emma is determined. She''ll do everything, she promises...From the author of Pig in the MiddleTrade Reviewthe ideal pick-me-up, this is a warm and thoroughly enjoyable book...heart-warming and often laugh-out-loud funny. * Daily Express *A funny account of normal, eccentric family life, plus a small menagerie. * Woman's Weekly *'This is Marley & Me without the tears'. * Weight Watchers *If your pets have become the miniature dictators of your family - or if you just love sausage dogs - you'll love this. * Jojo Moyes *This sweet, funny book is a must for those who love animals. * Star *A fabulous read, especially for parents, and animal lovers, hilarious at times, and full of irony. I found myself not wanting to put it down. I really enjoyed this book, and will be recommending it to my friends and family. * www.whatsgoodtodo.com *Praise for Pig in the Middle: * . *What a fabulous, funny read! I enjoyed every page. * Sophie Kinsella *Be careful where you read this book because it is laugh-out-loud funny... It's compelling, bristles with irony and is sure to delight animal lovers. * Daily Telegraph *This merry memoir of family growing pains and too many pets has so many laugh-out-loud sequences it's embarrassing to read in public... the most good-hearted, hilarious memoir in years. * Shelf Awareness *'Definitely my favourite pigs since Babe...This book is both funny and completely charming'. * Jenny Colgan, author of The Good, the Bad and the Dumped *'Funny, frank and charming'. * Lisa Jewell *

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Book SynopsisFor at least two decades now modern man has been on the brink of a crisis. Persuaded by both the post-feminist political landscape and his representation in the popular media to remodel himself as an endearingly hopeless halfwit, he now exists only as an object of pity. James and his happy band of brothers (plus a few women, but we try to edit them out) are engaged on a quest to lead maledom to a broad sunlit upland strewn with slim books of English verse and neatly stacked with correctly sharpened tools arranged in descending size order. From here they confront the mysteries of romance and fashion, the cult of men''s cooking and the daunting underworld of hardcore DIY. Read it and remember that, as a chap, your first duty is to be dependable. And then you can have a pint.Trade ReviewIf you are looking for a DIY book which tackles basic household repairs and projects, consider this one. May's wit and genuine interest makes the book a delight to read. * Manly Daily, Australia *

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Book SynopsisIs your eyesight failing, are you not very good at driving yourself or are you simply blind drunk? These are just a few of the reasons why it would make perfect sense to teach your dog to be your new chauffeur. Here, for the first time, is a complete guide: how to get your dog acquainted with the controls, which breeds are the safest drivers, frequently asked questions; and how to get your dog successfully through their tests.Never again need you wait for a taxi, or make that long motorway drive unassisted. If you are a dog owner and a car owner, then How to Teach Your Dog to Drive will be the most useful book you buy this year, or even this decade . . .

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Book SynopsisEveryone has socks. In fact, most people love socks. That said, it''s not a subject we discuss openly other than with our friends; we just take it for granted that everyone has lots of socks and has their own socksual preferences.Most of us would admit to having enjoyed a wide variety of socks. We have our favourite socks, of course, but also socks for all sorts of occasions: novelty socks, casual socks, outdoor socks, socks that are a bit racy, socks we admit to and socks that are just downright dirty.Some people are fastidious when it comes to socks, never entertaining the thought of odd socks, while others are definitely on the fifty shades of socks spectrum.Whatever kind of socks you''re in to, we hope you find that this guide stimulates your imagination and reassures you that it''s OK to love all socks.

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Book SynopsisBreathe in.Clear your desk.Breathe out.Clear your mind.Breathe in.Prepare.Breathe out.And enjoy the most mindful (and hilarious) 15 minutes of your day . . . F*ck That is a meditation guide which will teach you to breathe in strength and breathe out the bullsh*t.

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Book SynopsisWhen we think of the world''s great museums, we tend to think of the Louvre, the Guggenheim or the Victoria and Albert. We do not immediately think of the Dog Collar Museum, the Kansas Barbed Wire Museum, the Museum of Broken Relationships or Barney Smith''s Toilet Seat Art Museum. Yet scattered across the globe are museums dedicated to every conceivable subject, from bananas to Bigfoot, lawnmowers to leprechauns, teapots to tapeworms, mustard to moist towelettes, and pencils to penises. Many are serious collections housed in grand buildings, others are located in tiny premises and are open to visitors by appointment only, often the result of one person''s crazy lifetime obsession. This book lists the world''s 100 weirdest museums in order of quirkiness, encompassing such delights as The Museum of Witchcraft in Cornwall, a museum in Kentucky that houses 800 ventriloquists'' dolls, the Museum of Bad Art in Massachusetts, the Paris Sewer Museum, the French Fry Museum in Bruge

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Book SynopsisPolitical cartoonist MAC started at the Daily Sketch in 1969. At the end of 2018, he will have been capturing British life for 50 years. To mark these five decades working as an editorial cartoonist in Fleet Street, the very best of MAC''s cartoons from the 1960s to the present day have been assembled to tell the history of Britain and its place in the world. From miniskirts and Flower Power to the Falklands War and the rise of Margaret Thatcher, and from the Royal Family and the adventures of Harry Potter to Andy Murray and the Spice Girls, this book provides a unique and humorous perspective on the past fifty years.Trade ReviewYes, Stan McMurtry really has been making you laugh for half a century. This greatest hits collection features all the big names from the era * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisEver since Mrs Malaprop first took to the stage in 1775 and described a gentleman as 'the very pineapple of politeness', some famous figures have become better known for their slips of the tongue than for anything they said intentionally. In particular, the careers of a number of broadcasters, sporting figures and politicians have become defined by their verbal blunders. Former US Vice-President Dan Quayle is remembered solely for making unfortunate remarks such as 'Republicans understand the importance of bondage between a mother and child.' Welsh naturalist Iolo Williams sent Twitter into meltdown when, discussing diving sea birds on Springwatch 2016, he asked a female conservationist: 'Is that the deepest shag you've ever had?' Even respected sports broadcaster Harry Carpenter was probably haunted forever by his seemingly innocent comment at the end of the 1977 Boat Race: 'Ah, isn't that nice? The wife of the Cambridge President is kissing the cox of the Oxford crew.' I Wish I Hadn'

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Book SynopsisCats enjoying catip! Professional animal photographer Andrew Marttila has captured wonderful split-second images of a variety of cats enjoying catnip (Nepeta cataria), which contains the oil nepetalactone. This non-addictive, harmless stimulant produces a mild euphoric effect - and wonderful images of cats enjoying themselves.

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Book Synopsis ''A must-have'' - The Telegraph''Book of the Week'' - The Independent''Hilarious'' - Sport Magazine In what other context do football fans use the words ''aplomb'' or ''derisory''? Why don''t we use ''rifle'' as a verb on the other six days of the week? Why do aggrieved midfielders feel the instinctive need to make a giant ball-shaped gesture with both hands after a mistimed tackle is punished? The more football Adam Hurrey watched, the more he began to spot the recurring mannerisms, behaviours, opinions and iconography that were mindlessly repeated in the football media. Some cliches are ridiculous, some are quaintly outdated, some have survived through their sheer indisputability. Here, featuring gloriously pseudo-scientific diagrams and the inimitable writing style that made footballcliches.com a smash hit, they are covered in all their glory.Trade ReviewAn entertaining, hilarious dissection of the language of football, complete with diagrams and illustrations. Open your chequebook for a last-ditch transfer swoop. - Sport MagazineHurrey's observations are worryingly accurate and will make you laugh out loud. If you want to know when we're officially in the 'business end of the season' or whether a goal was by a shot being fired, drilled, rifled, thundered, hammered, powered, slammed, rammed, or blasted into the back of the net then Adam is the man to tell us. - outsideoftheboot.comFootball Cliches is a crusade to analyse and dissect the art of the football cliche. The saturation of football coverage has ensured the emergence of a code, to which everyone in football unwittingly adheres. Literally over the moon to be up there with your Jonathan Wilsons and David Conns of the world on the FSF awards shortlist. - Football Supporters' Federation

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