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I've tried being nice : essays / by Leary, Ann,author.;
New York Times bestselling author Ann Leary offers a literary feast of humor and wisdom told from the perspective of a recovering people pleaser. Having arrived at a certain age (her prime), Ann Leary casts a wry backward glance at a life spent trying -- and often failing -- to be nice. With wit and surprising candor, Leary recounts the bedlam of home bat invasions, an obsession with online personality tests, and the mortification of taking ballroom dance lessons with her actor husband. She describes hilarious red-carpet fiascos and other observations from the sidelines of fame, while also touching upon her more poignant struggles with alcoholism, her love for her family, her dogs, and so much more. Prepare to laugh, cry, cringe and revel in the comically relatable chaos of Ann Leary's life as revealed in this delightful collection of essays.
Subjects: Biographies.; Essays.; Personal narratives.; Leary, Ann.; Authors, American;
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American mermaid : a novel / by Langbein, Julia(Art historian),author.;
"A brilliantly funny and razor-tongued debut which follows a writer lured to Los Angeles to adapt her feminist mermaid novel into a big-budget action film, who believes her heroine has come to life to take revenge for Hollywood's violations. Penelope Schleeman, a consistently broke Connecticut high school teacher, is as surprised as anyone when her sensitive debut novel, "American Mermaid"--the story of a wheelchair-bound scientist named Sylvia who discovers that her withered legs are the vestiges of a powerful tail--becomes a bestseller. Penelope soon finds herself lured to LA by promises of easy money to co-write the "American Mermaid" screenplay for a major studio with a pair of male hacks. As the studio pressures Penelope to change "American Mermaid" from the story of a fierce, androgynous eco-warrior to a teen sex object in a clam bra, strange things start to happen. Threats appear in the screenplay draft; siren calls lure people into danger. When Penelope's screenwriting partners try to kill Sylvia off entirely in a bitterly false but cinematic end, matters off the page escalate. Is Penelope losing her mind, or is Sylvia among us? American Mermaid follows a young woman braving a world of casual smiles and ruthless calculation, where she discovers a beating heart in her own fiction--a creature she'll do anything to protect. By turns both a comic and fabulously insightful tale of two female characters in search of truth, love, and self-acceptance as they move between worlds without giving up their voices"--
Subjects: Humorous fiction.; Novels.; High school teachers; Motion picture industry; Screenwriters; Women novelists;
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The real Dada Mother Goose : a treasury of complete nonsense / by Scieszka, Jon.; Wright, Blanche Fisher.; Rothman, Julia.;
Includes bibliographical references.More Humpty Dumptys -- Jacks be nimble -- Other Mother Hubbards -- Hey diddle diddle diddle diddle diddle diddle -- Hickory 6 dickory docks -- Twinkle twinkle twinkle twinkle twinkle twinkle little star -- Never end -- Notes -- More notes.The classic nursery rhymes we know and love--upside-down, backward, in gibberish, and fresh out of bounds--as only Jon Scieszka could stage them. Mother knows best, but sometimes a little nonsense wins the day. Inspired by Dadaism's rejection of reason and rational thinking, and in cahoots with Blanche Fisher Wright's The Real Mother Goose, this anthology of absurdity unravels the fabric of classic nursery rhymes and stitches them back together (or not quite together) in every clever way possible. One by one, cherished nursery rhymes--from "Humpty Dumpty" to "Hickory Dickory Dock," "Jack Be Nimble" to "Mother Hubbard"--fall prey to sly subversion as master of fracture Jon Scieszka and acclaimed illustrator Julia Rothman refashion them into comics strips, errant book reports, anagrams, and manic mash-ups. Playfully reconstructed, the thirty-six old-new rhymes invite further baloney, bringing kids in on the joke and inviting them to revel in reimagining. Featuring robust back matter, this irreverent take on the rhymes of childhood is a great gift for child readers, a rich classroom resource across grade levels, and a love song to a living language.LSCJunior Library Guild selection.
Subjects: Nursery rhymes, English.; Nursery rhymes; Wit and humor, Juvenile.;
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Born a crime : stories from a South African childhood / by Noah, Trevor,1984-author.;
"One of the comedy world's fastest-rising stars tells his wild coming of age story during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed. Noah provides something deeper than traditional memorists: powerfully funny observations about how farcical political and social systems play out in our lives. Trevor Noah is the host of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, where he gleefully provides America with its nightly dose of serrated satire. He is a light-footed but cutting observer of the relentless absurdities of politics, nationalism and race--and in particular the craziness of his own young life, which he's lived at the intersections of culture and history. In his first book, Noah tells his coming of age story with his larger-than-life mother during the last gasps of apartheid-era South Africa and the turbulent years that followed. Noah was born illegal--the son of a white, Dutch father and a black Xhosa mother, who had to pretend to be his nanny or his father's servant in the brief moments when the family came together. His brilliantly eccentric mother loomed over his life--a comically zealous Christian (they went to church six days a week and three times on Sunday), a savvy hustler who kept food on their table during rough times, and an aggressively involved, if often seriously misguided, parent who set Noah on his bumpy path to stardom. The stories Noah tells are sometimes dark, occasionally bizarre, frequently tender, and always hilarious--whether he's subsisting on caterpillars during months of extreme poverty or making comically pitiful attempts at teenage romance in a color-obsessed world; whether's he's being thrown into jail as the hapless fall guy for a crime he didn't commit or being thrown by his mother from a speeding car driven by murderous gangsters."--
Subjects: Biographies.; Noah, Trevor, 1984-; Apartheid; Comedians; South African wit and humor.;
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Tracy Flick can't win : a novel / by Perrotta, Tom,1961-author.;
"Tracy Flick is back and, once again, the iconic protagonist of Tom Perrotta's Election-and Reese Witherspoon's character from the classic movie adaptation-is determined to take high school politics by storm. Tracy Flick is a hardworking assistant principal at a public high school in suburban New Jersey. Still ambitious but feeling a little stuck and underappreciated in midlife, Tracy gets a jolt of good news when the longtime principal, Jack Weede, abruptly announces his retirement, creating a rare opportunity for Tracy to ascend to the top job. Energized by the prospect of her long-overdue promotion, Tracy throws herself into her work with renewed zeal, determined to prove her worth to the students, faculty, and School Board, while also managing her personal life-a ten-year-old daughter, a needy doctor boyfriend, and a burgeoning meditation practice. But nothing ever comes easily to Tracy Flick, no matter how diligent or qualified she happens to be. Among her many other responsibilities, Tracy is enlisted to serve on the Selection Committee for the brand-new Green Meadow High School Hall of Fame. Her male colleagues' determination to honor Vito Falcone-a star quarterback of dubious character who had a brief, undistinguished career in the NFL-triggers bad memories for Tracy, and leads her to troubling reflections about the trajectory of her own life and the forces that have left her feeling thwarted and disappointed, unable to fulfill her true potential. As she broods on the past, Tracy becomes aware of storm clouds brewing in the present. Is she really a shoo-in for the Principal job? Is the Superintendent plotting against her? Why is the School Board President's wife trying so hard to be her friend? And why can't she ever get what she deserves? In classic Perrotta style, Tracy Flick Can't Win is a sharp, darkly comic page-turner, and a pitch-perfect reflection on our current moment. Flick fans and newcomers alike will love this compulsively readable novel chronicling the second act of one of the most memorable characters of our time"--
Subjects: Humorous fiction.; Novels.; Assistant school principals; High schools; Promotions;
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Mega Man battle network. [electronic resource]. by Sony Computer Entertainment.;
Game.The Battle Network is back! Get ready to jack in to the net to face off against deadly enemy programs in electrifying grid based battles, and search the net for rare and powerful BattleChips to build the ultimate deck of special moves! The renowned Mega Man Battle Network series, which has expanded into anime and comics, is back in the Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection. This bundle includes ten action-packed games plus additional features like a gallery of illustrations and music! In addition, online play is supported! In 200X, the rapid advancement of Internet technology has created the "network age." People have come to enjoy the benefits of network technology through portable exploration devices called "PET" and personality simulation programs called NetNavi. As the network world expands and life becomes more convenient, however, network crime is raging. Main character Lan Hikari and his NetNavi, MegaMan.EXE, join forces to confront these incidents.ESRB Content Rating: E10, Everyone, 10+ (Crude humor, fantasy violence, mild language, suggestive themes, use of alcohol, use of tobacco).Blu-ray disc compatible with Playstation 4 console ; HDTV 720p/1080i/1080p ; in game surround sound ; 2 player online multiplayer (paid subscription and broadband internet connection required) ; 4 GB storage required ; online play optional.
Subjects: Sony video games.; Arcade-style video games.; Science fiction video games.; Platform video games.; Video games.; Mega Man (Fictitious character); Androids; Computer games.; Mega Man battle network (Game); Mega Man battle network 2 (Game); Mega Man battle network 3 Blue (Game); Mega Man battle network 3 White (Game); Mega Man battle network 4 Blue Moon (Game); Mega Man battle network 4 Red Sun (Game); Mega Man battle network 5 Team Colonel (Game); Mega Man battle network 5 Team Protoman (Game); Mega Man battle network 6 Cybeast Falzar (Game); Mega Man battle network 6 Cybeast Gregar (Game); Mega Man battle network legacy collection (Game); Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1 (Game); Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 2 (Game); Playstation 4 (Video game console); Robots; Video games.;
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Can't help falling in love : a novel / by Sullivan, Sophie,1976-author.;
"A struggling waitress and the heir to a major Seattle company stumble into a high-profile fake engagement while simultaneously trying to keep up with their own love lives in this flirty fall rom-com! Lexi Danby is looking for some no-strings, fall fun. Once a college track star, she was forced to drop out when her father passed away. Now she's trying to make ends meet while putting herself through school and caring for her grieving mother. When her comically bad waitressing lands her directly in the path of a handsome, charming stranger named Will, Lexi may just have found the distraction she's been looking for. Their first date looks promising until a misunderstanding at a party thrusts Lexi and Will into a fake engagement they can't talk themselves out of. And Will turns out to be a member of Seattle royalty. Will Grand is heir to a major company, and Seattle's most eligible bachelor. But he's been placed in charge of an important merger with a company that values family above all else, and needs to show them that he's settled down. While a fake engagement is advantageous from a business standpoint, it's not so great for a budding relationship with a woman who's wary of commitment. With a woman who Will is beginning to care about much more than he could have anticipated. As Lexi gets a taste of Will's glamorous world and the pair keeps up the pretense of their fake engagement for the press, they decide to see where a more casual relationship takes them out of the spotlight. And amid apple picking in comfy flannels, outdoor breweries in the crisp air, and fun Halloween preparations, Lexi starts to realize the scariest part of the season might just be taking a chance on love. "Sophie Sullivan consistently crafts romances to root for." -Courtney Kae, author of In the Event of Love and In the Case of Heartbreak"--
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Humorous fiction.; Novels.; Dating (Social customs); Deception; Families; Man-woman relationships;
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LEGO Star wars. [electronic resource]. by Microsoft Corporation.;
Game.The Galaxy is yours with LEGO Star Wars: the Skywalker saga! Play through all nine Star Wars saga films in a brand-new LEGO video game unlike any other. Experience fun-filled adventures, whimsical humor, and the freedom to fully immerse yourself in the LEGO Star Wars universe like never before. For the first time ever in a LEGO video game, explore the Galaxy your way as you fly to some of the saga's most legendary locales. You can start your journey with Star Wars: the Phantom menace for some podracing on tatooine. Or choose to launch right into rey's adventures in Star Wars: the rise of Skywalker. Players have the freedom to seamlessly travel to any planet, in any order, at any time. Lego Star Wars: the Skywalker saga has everything from obi-wan kenobi and anakin Skywalker dueling on must a far, space combat above the death Star, battling the first order on craft, and beyond. Dive into your favorite Star Wars moments in an all new way, complete with the hilarious LEGO brand of fun that's sure to delight players of all ages. Want to play as a Jedi? A sith? Rebel, bounty Hunter, or droid? Lego Star Wars: the Skywalker saga features hundreds of playable characters from throughout the Galaxy. Choose from a Legion of heroes like Luke Skywalker, qui-gonn jinn, Chewbacca, Leia Organa, and Poe Dameron or turn to the dark side as Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, Emperor palpatine, and more. It's the biggest LEGO Star Wars adventure to date!ESRB Content Rating: E10, Everyone, 10+ (Cartoon violence, comic mischief).Ultra HD Blu-ray disc compatible with Xbox Series X console ; HDTV 720p/1080i/1080p/4K/8K/HDR 10 video ; Spatial audio, Dolby Atmos in game surround sound ; Cross-generation play ; Optimized for Xbox Series X ; Smart delivery compatible.
Subjects: Action adventure video games.; Video games.; Science fiction video games.; Role playing video games.; Skywalker, Luke (Fictitious character); Vader, Darth (Fictitious character); Xbox Series X (Video game console); Video games.; Jedi (Fictitious characters); Space warfare; Computer games.; LEGO Star wars The Skywalker saga (Game); LEGO toys; Computer adventure games;
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LEGO Star wars. [electronic resource]. by Nintendo of America Inc.;
Game.The Galaxy is yours with LEGO Star Wars: the Skywalker saga! Play through all nine Star Wars saga films in a brand-new LEGO video game unlike any other. Experience fun-filled adventures, whimsical humor, and the freedom to fully immerse yourself in the LEGO Star Wars universe like never before. For the first time ever in a LEGO video game, explore the Galaxy your way as you fly to some of the saga's most legendary locales. You can start your journey with Star Wars: the Phantom menace for some podracing on tatooine. Or choose to launch right into rey's adventures in Star Wars: the rise of Skywalker. Players have the freedom to seamlessly travel to any planet, in any order, at any time. Lego Star Wars: the Skywalker saga has everything from obi-wan kenobi and anakin Skywalker dueling on must a far, space combat above the death Star, battling the first order on craft, and beyond. Dive into your favorite Star Wars moments in an all new way, complete with the hilarious LEGO brand of fun that's sure to delight players of all ages. Want to play as a Jedi? A sith? Rebel, bounty Hunter, or droid? Lego Star Wars: the Skywalker saga features hundreds of playable characters from throughout the Galaxy. Choose from a Legion of heroes like Luke Skywalker, qui-gonn jinn, Chewbacca, Leia Organa, and Poe Dameron or turn to the dark side as Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, Emperor palpatine, and more. It's the biggest LEGO Star Wars adventure to date!ESRB Content Rating: E10, Everyone, 10+ (Cartoon violence, comic mischief).Cartridge compatible with Nintendo Switch video game system ; HDTV 720p/1080i/1080p ; in game surround sound ; Nintendo Switch Online membership, Nintendo account and internet connection required for online play/features ; Nintendo Switch Pro controller compatible.
Subjects: Action adventure video games.; Video games.; Science fiction video games.; Nintendo video games.; Role playing video games.; Skywalker, Luke (Fictitious character); Vader, Darth (Fictitious character); Nintendo Switch (Video game console); Nintendo Switch video games.; Video games.; Computer games.; Jedi (Fictitious characters); Space warfare; LEGO Star wars The Skywalker saga (Game); LEGO toys; Computer adventure games;
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L'agent Jean! by A., Alex,1987-;
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Comics (Graphic works); Action and adventure comics.; Humorous comics.; Orignal; Animaux; Bandes dessinées.; Romans graphiques.; Moose; Animals; French language materials.; Cartoons and comics.;
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