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  CLAMPdown - The lowdown on the...

  Ian Wolf

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  Read the only book containing an appendix of eye losses, makes reference to hand gel depicting a gay assassin, and to compare a group of all-women Japanese comic book artists to a German electronic band. 
  In early 2020, Ian Wolf - manga critic in print and online, autistic comedic data specialist, and some time question writer for Richard Osman's House of Games - decided that the best way to keep himself occupied while Britain was in Covid lockdown was to write a humorous book about his favorite manga artists - CLAMP... the women behind such works as Cardcaptor Sakura, xxxHOLiC, X and Magic Knight Rayearth. 
  If you want to find out why the cases of the CLAMP School Detectives sound like challenges from Taskmaster, why almost everything in Magic Knight Rayearth is named after a car, why the British Museum illustrated their manga exhibit using the soft-core lesbian manga Miyuki-chan in Wonderland, or why the Cardcaptor Sakura Kinomoto's best friend has more than a whiff of The Fast Show's 13th Duke of Wybourne about her, this is the book for you.

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  Double Dose

  Gretchen Archer

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  Listen to Double Dose as directed to learn: 
   
   
   
  1. Working Mom Davis Way Cole's secrets for fostering positive relationships with school administrators at her twin daughters' preschool; 2. Casino Spy Davis Way Cole's reasonable explanation for why she's never been asked to chair an event for the Welcome to the Casino Neighborhood Club; 3. Wife Davis Way Cole's tips and tricks for delivering devastating news to her husband; 4. Daughter Davis Way Cole's best practices when it comes to interpreting gibberish communication from her aging mother; 5. Celebrity-Double Davis Way Cole's advice when it comes to talking her celebrity boss into putting on some clothes already for Pete's sake; 6. Team Leader Davis Way Cole's managerial methods of persuading colleagues to dive right into a situation she's been told to leave alone; 7. Employee Davis Way Cole's step-by-step guide for hogtying her bald boss when he's out of control; 8. Tech-Savvy Davis Way Cole's cyber shortcuts when cloning a halter-wearing psychobabbler's phone, then using it to set up a makeshift computer on the television in her living room; 9. Dog Mom Davis Way Cole's recommendations for training smart and loyal canines; and 10. Superwoman Davis Way Cole's suggestions for surviving the single longest day of her life, which, she can tell you right now, would've been way shorter without the rabbit.

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  The Goldie Standard

  Simi Monheit

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  Hilarious and surprising, this unapologetically Jewish story delivers a present-day take on a highly creative grandmother trying to find her PhD granddaughter a husband who is a doctor—with a yarmulke, of course. 
   
   
   
  Goldie Mandell is opinionated, assertive, and stuck in an assisted living facility. But even surrounded by schleppers with walkers, pictures of sunrises, fancy fish tanks, and an array of daily activities to complement the tepid tea and stale cookies on offer, her salt-free plate is full. She's got a granddaughter to settle, an eager love interest named Harry to subdue, and precious memories of her happy marriage to fellow Holocaust survivor Mordy to draw upon. 
   
   
   
  Maxie Jacobson is young, brilliant, and newly single, not by choice. But she's got her science career, a grandmother to care for, and her whole life ahead of her. When Maxie takes on the role of her grandmother's medical advocate, she has no idea Goldie operates with the single purpose of securing Maxie with Dr. Right. Instead, Maxie is distracted by her grandmother's unexpectedly charming long-haired, sandal-wearing, peculiarly-named driver, T-Jam Bin Naumann, definitely wrong in every way.

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  Bizarre Laws & Curious Customs...

  Monty Lord

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  In the UK, we have some bizarre laws that have littered the statute books of our sceptred isle throughout history. Not all of them have been repealed over the centuries. Some of them made perfect sense at the time they were introduced but seen through modern eyes, now appear archaic and draconian. Despite the great efforts of the Law Commission in England and Wales to review and recommend reforms for many of these outdated laws, there are centuries of law that must be painstakingly gone through. 
  As well as some bizarre laws, the UK also has its fair share of curious customs and time-honoured traditions that have been observed for centuries. On the surface, many appear to be nothing more than theatrical pomp and pageantry. However, they are all born from strong rationale. 
  The UK parliament seems to have had a particular penchant for passing laws related to fish and animals, indecency and passing sentences with some humiliating public punishments. 
  This book is a highly entertaining read for anyone who enjoys learning about the more bizarre applications of UK law throughout the centuries, along with some rather macabre consequences along the way. 
  Have you ever heard a bizarre law and thought, that can’t possibly be true? Is it genuine? Was it ever in existence or just an urban myth that became so embellished over time? There are surprisingly, a great many laws still in existence on the statute books today, that would make your jaw drop. Whilst bizarre as these laws may now seem to us, it begs the question, are we in fact, unknowingly breaking these laws on a regular basis? 
  With over 160 bizarre but nevertheless true, laws and customs, you can use this book to satisfy your curiosity about what our ancestors had to contend with over the years, or perhaps as a reference guide for trivia quizzes.

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  USA: Where Dogs Have More Rights...

  Robert Okine

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  This witty, satirical examination of dogs' rights in each American state spins the carefree lives of man's best friend into a surprising reflection on humanity itself... Okine makes a clear, convincing case that America truly is 'a dog's world.' — BookLife by Publishers Weekly, ★★★★★ 
  A funny and engaging look at American dog culture...Okine has an admirable grasp on the subtle nuances that define each state's unique culture... Still, the engaging narrative more than accomplishes its goal of taking readers on a diverting and amusing canine-themed tour of America - one state at a time, one bark at a time. — Kirkus Reviews 
  A delightful, informative travel guide for dog lovers... Okine's humorous cultural survey tracks dog culture across the U.S., flush with keen observations in an upbeat tone. ​​​— Foreword Clarion Reviews, ★★★★ 
  An alphabetical journey like no other, Okine gives an entertaining and frequently tongue-in-cheek overview of life as a canine in every state across America. With constant flashes of humor and endearing colloquial details that show the author's wit, cleverly combining a pet guide, travel guide, and eye-opening social commentary. — Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★ 
  A very funny, easy read which will appeal to all-even if you're not a dog lover... "Forget cupholders-Alabama trucks are built for paws on the dash and tails wagging at full speed." — Reedsy Discovery, ★★★★ 
  Okine's patter is clever...For California, he answers 'Dog, no question. You're a sun-kissed influencer, pampered by fans and you never have to pay for parking.' — BlueInk Review

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  More True Facts That Sound Like...

  Tim Rayborn

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  Prove you are the smartest schmuck in the room with 500 true trivia facts that sound absurd. These facts are so far-fetched some might even say that they sound like bull$#*t! Explore the wild and the wacky in this fun addition to the True Facts series. Give the gift that keeps giving to friends, family, fathers, or grads. 
  Knowledge is power! Crush the competition at trivia night or start the most interesting conversation ever with real facts that are hard to believe. This book is loaded with mind-blowing facts that are sure to keep you wondering, "How are these even true?" while equipping you to outsmart everyone around and blow their minds. Topics include:HistoryMusicScienceEntertainmentFoodOdds and Ends 
    
  Put your game face on, and prove once again that you are the real know-it-all! Gather your friends and family 'round (again!) and get ready to learn more wild and crazy trivia and facts such as:How long did the shortest war in history last?True or False? There was once a mustache strike in France.Are babies born crying with an accent?True or False? A dentist invented cotton candy.Is cheese the most widely shoplifted food in the world? 
    
  Stump everyone with More True Facts That Sound Like Bull$#*t!

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