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  She’s a Lamb! - A Novel

  Meredith Hambrock

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  A darkly comic suspense in the vein of All’s Well and Yellowface, She’s a Lamb! is an edgy and incisive novel that marches toward showtime with a growing unease about the dangers of magical thinking and the depths of delusion
  		 
  Jessamyn St. Germain is meant to be a star. Not an actor who occasionally books yogurt commercials and certainly not a lowly usher at one of Vancouver’s smallest regional theaters. No, she is bound for greatness, and that’s why the part of Maria in the theater’s upcoming production of The Sound of Music is hers. Or it’s going to be.
  		 
  Jessamyn may have been relegated to the position of childminder for the little brats playing the von Trapp children, but it’s so obvious she’s there for a different reason — the director wants her close to the role so when Samantha, the lead, inevitably fails, Jessamyn will be there to take her place in the spotlight.
  		 
  This must be it. Because if it isn’t, well, then every skipped meal, every brutal rehearsal, every inch won against a man attempting to drag her down will have all been for nothing.
  		 
  Sharp, relentless, and darkly funny, She’s a Lamb! is a cutting satire about the grotesque pall patriarchy casts over one woman’s delusional quest to achieve her dreams and the depths she will sink to for a chance at the life she’s convinced she deserves.

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  Shalash the Iraqi

  Shalash, Kanan Makiya

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  Populated by a cast of imagined con artists, holy fools, drag queens, and partisans—as well as some very factual politicians, priests, and generals—this novel started life as a pseudonymous blog written "live" by "Shalash" during and after the Second Iraq War. Shalash the Iraqi is here presented in its first authorized translation, with the blessing and commentary of "Shalash" himself. 
   
   
   
  The second US invasion of Iraq began in the spring of 2003. By the autumn of 2005, though the Saddam Hussein regime had reached its bloody end, ordinary Iraqis were seeing little improvement in their daily lives. Their country was "free," but to many it seemed free mainly to become a mire of sectarian violence, corruption, confusion, and fear. In the midst of this turmoil, a hero arose—or, rather, a jester. In a country where electricity was only intermittently available, a series of blog posts began to appear at a soon-to-be-defunct website and took Baghdad by storm. Individual entries were printed out and passed around for months, until the pages were nearly shredded. Where neither computers nor printers were available, the posts were retold aloud, then passed along at second- and third-hand. What could inspire such devotion? Signed "Shalash the Iraqi," the posts proved to be nothing less than portions of a madcap serial novel thumbing its nose at Iraq's new normal.

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  Short Stories That Spark Joy:...

  Leander Ashcombe

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  Short Stories That Spark Joy: Instant Inspiration Awaits 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐ 
  Are you eager to elevate your spirit and embrace joy through captivating and transformative stories? 
  Searching for a comprehensive resource that offers all the essential elements to unlock happiness? 
  Your quest ends here! 
  This audiobook serves as your ultimate companion for enriching your emotional landscape, cultivating joy, and engaging with uplifting narratives. With this collection, you’re on the path to inspiration. 
  Key features of this delightful collection: 
  - Profound insights into each story's themes and messages 
  - Detailed exploration of the art of storytelling 
  - Effective strategies for nurturing positivity and inspiration 
  Our audiobook stands out through its rich content, designed to ensure an enjoyable listening experience. Themes are explored in depth to foster understanding and connection. 
  Please note that this audiobook is an independent creation and is not affiliated with any official storytelling entity.  
  Crafted with a clear structure and accessible language, 'Short Stories That Spark Joy' guarantees smooth transitions between themes. Bid farewell to complex jargon and embrace clear, engaging, and insightful narratives. 
  So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your copy, and embark on your journey toward inspiration and joy! 
  Insightful reflections on joy, Transformative tales of resilience, Uplifting stories of connection, Heartwarming narratives about kindness, Inspiring accounts of personal growth, Celebrations of love and friendship, Empowering fables that ignite hope.

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  The Second You're Single

  Cara Tanamachi

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  Freelance writer Sora Reid believes in inertia. She’s the odd one out in a family of go-getters, including her Japanese American mom, who hints about losing weight, and her almost-married sister, who needs Sora to get a date for the wedding, otherwise she’ll be dancing with her Scottish great-uncle Bob. For  
  Sora, the phrase “minimal input, minimal expectations” is a way of life. 
   
  The one thing that disrupts her inertia: an intense dislike for Valentine’s Day.  
   
  What is it with the commercial love machine? Why do we get our hopes up, when staying home with a package of bacon and a bottle of tequila is better? Sora’s been betrayed before, and her heart feels like Grandma Mitsuye’s antique Japanese ceramic bowl with its gold-filled cracks. 
   
  When her pledge to stay single inspires readers to #GoSolo, Sora wants to empower her followers. It shouldn’t be that hard, right? 
   
  Enter Jack Mann, a muscle-bound baker Sora hasn’t thought of since elementary school. When a run-in at the grocery store leads to instant attraction, Sora knows she has to shut it down. She can’t #GoSolo and get the guy. She can’t let down her readers. And relationships always end, so why should  
  Jack be different—even though he’s confounding her expectations of love? 
   
  Cheerfully irreverent, bitingly funny, and filled with romantic charm, The Second You’re Single is about navigating the most romantic month of the year, and how love always comes when you least expect it.

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  Fatgirl: Finale Part Two

  C. S. Johnson

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  Adversity is her strength ... 
  After locating the man who betrayed AB, and uncovering the mystery of the Alternants, Kallie's happy to only think of never being Fatgirl ever again when Zeus is captured. 
  She has no choice but to save him, and with the help of her friends, family, and allies, Kallie vows to just that -- but even with all their resources, it's still not enough to prevent devastating loss. 
  What kind of hero can't save someone? 
  From award-winning author C. S. Johnson, Fatgirl is a serial, episodic work of fiction, with a blend of satire, superhero fiction, and contemporary genres. Don't miss this stunning and brave series!

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  Ridiculous Two

  BARAKATH

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  Crazy airport check in drama.

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