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Casey Ryan chronicles the escapades of a spirited stagecoach driver known for his reckless yet endearing nature. Set against the evolving landscape of the American West, the novel combines humor and adventure, capturing the essence of a man navigating personal and societal transformations during a pivotal era.
In 1972, at the age of 21, John Callahan was involved in a car crash that severed his spine and made him a quadriplegic. A heavy drinker since the age of 12 (alcohol had played a role in his crash), the accident could have been the beginning of a downward spiral. Instead, it sparked a personal transformation. After extensive physical therapy, he was eventually able to grasp a pen in his right hand and make rudimentary drawings. By 1978, Callahan had sworn off drinking for good, and begun to draw cartoons. Over the next three decades, until his death in 2010, Callahan would become one of the nation's most beloved—and at times polarizing—cartoonists. His work, which shows off a wacky and sometimes warped sense of humor, pokes fun at social conventions and pushes boundaries. One cartoon features Christ at the cross with a thought bubble reading "T.G.I.F." In another, three sheriffs on horseback approach an empty wheelchair in the desert. "Don't worry," one sheriff says to another, "He won't get far on foot." Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot recounts Callahan's life story, from the harrowing to the hilarious.Show book
BROOKS I never asked for much out of life—just a quiet tower above my bookshop, a bow tie collection, and the peace of knowing every book spine is perfectly aligned. Romance is something that happens in novels, not in real life, certainly not to men like me.Then he walked in. Cody Cameron. Sunburnt, swaggering, Australian, and already knocking books off my shelves like some chaotic force of nature. He's loud where I'm quiet, messy where I'm meticulous, and yet . . . I can't stop looking at him. He makes me laugh, he makes me furious, and he makes me wonder if maybe I could step outside the safety of my tower.CODY I've been wandering the world with nothing but my backpack and my compass, writing stories about places most people never see. I thought Mulligan's Mill would just be another stopover, another small-town article for one of my freelance travel stories.But then I met Brooks Beresford—the bow-tied bookshop owner who looks at me like I'm a tropical cyclone. He's stubborn, sharp, and somehow the sexiest thing I've ever seen. I've never stayed in one place for long, but something about Brooks makes me think about words I don't often use in my vocab . . . words like home.Show book
If you enjoy Grand Theft Auto, The Movie Hangover, Bikers, The Russian Mafia, humor chased with an Play Station vibe, consider listening to Grand Theft History. Synopsis CEO Larisha Pushkin wants more power. She buys out Lizer, a pharmaceutical company. Yet it is the only company which does what is says; Change Your Life with Lizer. Years ago, the drug ‘figene’ took the World by storm. Described like Crystal Meth with a kick of Viagra. The gem of this opioid, users become who, not what they consume. The drug changes the internal part of the person, not their exterior. Users of the Nap (Napoleon) Ghost, give themselves enhanced charisma, success in most of their affairs. Unknown athletes are now finding endorsement deals. CEOs who were found to be weak are now lions of prowess. The drug’s fatal side-effect is the fate knocker. In the Nap Ghost drug, death at the age 53, imprisonment, and poisoning give users a taste of their dreams. Neuro-Physicist Jim Below founded the company. He refused to create an antidote to the kicker. This move gives Larissa the urgency to take control of the company. Once in love, both Jim and Larissa are now on a collision course. Of course, they dare not speak of it to anyone. Like the rap adage goes, More Money, More Problems. Volume Louder or Two will follow with enough interest. Peace Out. Doc King ColeShow book
GALLOWS ONE LINERS is a unique collection of single-sentence humor, perfect for lightening the darkest moments. From funerals to cemeteries, this book offers comic relief with its quick wit and sharp insight. Ideal for those looking for a spark of joy amid grief, each joke is a tribute to life and the human ability to find light even in darkness. An essential companion for facing the toughest moments with a smile. Here are several reasons to buy, read, and laugh with this book: Relief in difficult times: GALLOWS ONE LINERS provides a unique dose of humor that serves as a welcome relief in the darkest moments. Reading and sharing these jokes can be a way to remember that, even in grief, we can find moments of joy and human connection. Human connection: This book acts as a bridge between people, providing a common space for laughter and shared remembrance. In situations where words often fail, a timely joke can be the perfect medium to bring family and friends closer, creating a sense of community and mutual support. Tribute to life: Each joke is a small tribute to life, a way to remember that, even in farewell, we can celebrate the moments lived and the indomitable spirit of being human. This book reminds us to laugh not only as an act of joy but as a form of resistance and love for life. Ready to find light and laughter in the most unexpected moments? GALLOWS ONE LINERS awaits you to explore the healing power of laughter, even in the darkest circumstances. Don't miss the chance to transform the way we face grief and loss. Click and buy your copy today. Get ready to discover that even at funerals, a smile can be the brightest gift!Show book
The pandemic has been with us for what seems like forever. And every day seems like Groundhog Day! You wake up. You eat. You Zoom with colleagues. You send emails. You binge watch television. You feed the dog. You ponder buying bitcoin or dogecoin for your four-legged best friend. And then the next day you do it all over again. This is not the life you or your dog expected. You both need more. Your lab, pug, or poodle was happy when you stopped going to the office. But, frankly, after all these months of having you home, he is over it. What does your dog think? Probably just what laugh-out-loud canine humorist Bark Twain thinks: ● Go the Bark to Work. You've been home for months and you're cramping my style. ● Go the Bark to Work. I need to get with the poodle next door! ● Go the Bark to Work. You need a shave—I'm afraid you have fleas! With this funny opus, Bark Twain joins the pantheon of famous dogs who bring joy to our lives. Move over Snoopy, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Benji, Beethoven, and Lassie; Bark Twain is funnier, snarkier, and more street savvy than you'll ever be. And you just need to . . . Go the Bark to Work! Contains mature themes.Show book
Emotionally uplifting, poignant fiction at its best💔 Perfect for the fans of Rowan Coleman, Dani Atkins and Jojo Moyes. 💞💕 One woman's journey to wrestle with her past and find happiness 🗝️ Sarah-Jane Crosse, SJ to her friends, is desperate to avoid going to her parents’ ruby wedding anniversary party. She’s terrified of introducing her husband, Tom, to her estranged sister, Alison, because the sisters have history. Alison covets everything that belongs to SJ. With her anxiety spiralling, SJ knows she often has one or two glasses of wine too many and after a disastrously drunken night she reaches out for help. However, help does not begin at home. Tom is not supportive. Seemingly in denial he misses SJ’s distress calls, and SJ begins to second-guess herself. Everyone drinks. Right? It's hardly a massive problem? She’s perfectly fine, isn't she? Meanwhile, her very supportive best friend, Tania, has a surprising secret and SJ is determined to help her out. But navigating through this lot isn’t easy. With the help of an ever-faithful dog, a few reformed characters, and a lot of self-reflection and home truths, the future is looking a whole lot brighter for SJ and the statistics speak for themselves - she is one in a million... A moving, heart-rending and uplifting novel of love, hope and self renewal. Previously published as Ice And A Slice Praise for One in a Million ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Great read, it is one of the most addictive books I've ever read.' - Reader Review 'I thoroughly recommend this book, for its characterisation, pace, irresistible story telling and masterful handling of a dark and difficult subject, brought out into the light' - Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'thought provoking and gripping. I have a feeling a lot of people will love this. It's definitely her best one yet.' - Reader Review 'Inspiring - I am so glad that I found this book. It's a brilliant story and it deals in a true and heartfelt way with a very serious matter. The story is obviously fictional, but there's nothing fictional about the characters, the dysfunctional relationships, the struggle.struggle' - Reader ReviewShow book
