Maison d'édition: Legend Press
It’s the heatwave summer of 1976 and 14-year-old would be poet Jackie Chadwick is newly fostered by the Walls. She desperately needs stability, but their insecure, jealous teenage daughter isn't happy about the cuckoo in the nest and sets about ousting her.
A modern country house farce with a diverse cast of characters –––––––––––– Fred Twistleton is about to turn forty. Gathering with his friends to celebrate at a rented stately home, he finally hopes to get together with his college crush, the woman of his dreams, Heather. But Fred is also keen to publish his memoirs, and Heather realises the revelations they contain could threaten her career as a high-flying foreign correspondent. When the treasured manuscript goes missing under mysterious circumstances, Fred’s at a loss. Could someone have stolen it? Where has the resident pig gone? And will all the group remain friends by the end of the weekend? With burst pipes, sunken kayaks, and suspicious puddings, thank goodness Fred is only going to have one fortieth birthday.Voir livre
The President of the United States wants to pursue a girl, but not just any girl, a minor. So what is a thirsty politician with no conscience or morals of any kind to do? Propose a law to make pursuing such young ladies legal, of course!When the public learns about the pending piece of legislation, society begins to implode as celebrities of all sorts are painted as sexual predators who suddenly find themselves having to scramble to keep their secrets and careers intact. Meanwhile, women nationwide band together and support each other through a new social movement and POTUS remains stuck in his own head as it appears his fantasies may just become reality.From the author of Population: One and Fifty Ways to Slay, No Offense is a pedal to the metal comedy that shows what happens when truth and speculation blur together and the inept are allowed to rule.Voir livre
IndieReader Discovery Awards 2021 Winner for Humor Utopia PR is a sci-fi satire about seeking work-life balance while doing public relations for an authoritarian president. PR extraordinaire Blake Hamner (the n is silent) put off his honeymoon for his big break: joining a major political campaign for president. Now, the "Hammer" struggles to make time for his marriage as Crisis Communications Manager for Our Leader, who since taking power has become increasingly mad and totalitarian. The Hammer starts to reconsider his career choices when one of Our Leader's savage steel hounds attacks the Comms team at a press conference. He'd love to talk about his erratic job with his wife, Triple-N news anchor Maria Worthington, but they have a rule: the broadcast journalist doesn't ask Blake for inside information about his work, and the spin doctor doesn't use their relationship as leverage on what Maria reports. They say you shouldn't keep things from each other in a marriage, but it's OK—the only secrets between Blake and Maria are professional. When a revolutionary levels grave allegations against Our Leader—and accuses Blake of distributing disinformation and propaganda to cover it up—the PR rep who thought he could talk his way out of any crisis finds himself utterly trapped in a dystopian job. "In a tale that’s reminiscent of political farces such as the HBO TV series Veep, Bender employs a smooth, amusing, and straightforward prose style that’s briskly paced," says Kirkus Reviews. "Its tone is irreverent, and readers looking for a quick chuckle will likely enjoy Bender’s winking comedy, which is punctuated with genuinely sweet, sincere moments." "Sharp and witty, the novel Utopia PR is a free range political send-up set in a chaotic, perplexing, and familiar future world," says Foreword Reviews (Clarion).Voir livre
When Aimee Tompkins loaded up her old catering van and pulled into Manhattan, she had her sights set on becoming one of the best (and most lucrative) caterers to ever serve crudités and creampuffs in the Big Apple. But after a year of leaving fliers all over town, she's not only running out of money, she's running low on hope. So when she lands a gig at a big architecture firm, Aimee's certain her luck is about to change. Noel Fitzwilliam is pitching the most important project of his life—the type of project architects dream of. Everything has to go right, so when he finds the new caterer naked in his office bathroom right before the meeting, he's torn between being thrilled and being extremely irritated. He doesn't have time for romance, no matter how incredible she looks without her clothes on. A mix-up means Aimee is accidentally given his cell number instead of his assistant's. So when she starts texting Noel about how much she hates him, he decides to have a little fun with her. The last thing he expects is for her to turn his world upside-down. But that's exactly what happens as the pair start sharing their deepest secrets and their greatest fears, and Noel discovers he can share so much more via text than he can in person. But what will happen when she finds out who he really is?Voir livre
A Stitch in Crime: A Cozy Mystery of Quilting Circles and Deadly Patterns 🧵🕵️♀️ Martha's quilting shop is usually a place of comfort, creativity, and colorful gossip—until the president of the local quilting guild is found dead, a mysterious quilt block pinned to her chest like a deadly signature. Suddenly, Martha and her close-knit circle of stitching friends find themselves unraveling a mystery more complex than any pattern they've ever attempted. Following a trail of fabric scraps and hidden messages stitched into quilts years ago, they discover that the victim had been piecing together a dangerous secret that someone would kill to keep buried. As each clue reveals another patch in a decades-old deception, Martha realizes the killer is still actively stitching their deadly design. To protect her friends and her community, she must piece together the truth before she becomes the next block in the murderer's quilt of crime. Perfect for fans of: 🧵 Crafting Cozies & Quilting Themes 🕵️♀️ Amateur Sleuths & Friendship Mysteries 🔍 Cold Cases & Small-Town Secrets ❤️ Intergenerational Friendships & Community Spirit Get ready for a mystery where every stitch tells a story, and the deadliest patterns are the ones that reveal the truth. Perfect for listeners who love clever clues, charming characters, and crimes that come together one piece at a time!Voir livre
The ultimate collection of short humor to laugh non-stop! "Jokes in One Phrase" is a collection of brief jokes that will make you smile, laugh out loud, and enjoy sharing with your friends. Perfect for those moments when you need a quick dose of fun, this book gathers clever and sharp jokes that capture the art of making you laugh in just one line. From clever wordplay to hilarious observations about everyday life, each page offers a new opportunity to enjoy humor in its purest and most concentrated form. Ideal for any occasion, whether you're taking a break at work, waiting in line, or simply in need of a good moment of joy. Don’t underestimate the power of a good, quick laugh. “Jokes in One Phrase”: the perfect antidote to boredom and stress. Click "buy now" and start enjoying short humor for long laughs!Voir livre
