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  That's Not Funny - How the Right...

  Nick Marx, Matt Sienkiewicz

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  A 2022 Best Comedy Book, Vulture 
   
   
   
  "Why do conservatives hate comedy? Why is there no right-wing Jon Stewart?" These sorts of questions launch a million tweets, a thousand op-eds, and more than a few scholarly analyses. That's Not Funny argues that it is both an intellectual and politically strategic mistake to assume that comedy has a liberal bias. Matt Sienkiewicz and Nick Marx take listeners—particularly self-described liberals—on a tour of contemporary conservative comedy and the "right-wing comedy complex." 
   
   
    
  In That's Not Funny, "complex" takes on an important double meaning. On the one hand, liberals have developed a social-psychological complex—it feels difficult, even dangerous, to acknowledge that their political opposition can produce comedy. At the same time, the right has been slowly building up a comedy-industrial complex, utilizing the irony-laden media strategies of liberals such as Jon Stewart, Samantha Bee, and John Oliver to garner audiences and supporters. Right-wing comedy has been hiding in plain sight, finding its way into mainstream conservative media through figures ranging from Fox News's Greg Gutfeld to libertarian podcasters like Joe Rogan. That's Not Funny taps interviews with conservative comedians and observations of them in action to guide listeners through media history, text, and technique.

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  I Just Wish I Had a Bigger...

  Kate Strickler

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  In a social-media saturated world, it's all too easy to see the shiny lives of others and find your own less than lustrous. And while most women won't admit they're unhappy, they will tell you they just wish. "I love my life! I just wish ____." After ten-plus years of professional life online, Kate Strickler, founder of Naptime Kitchen, has experienced the many ways we see a life on the other side of the screen—and wish it were our own. 
   
   
   
  Setting out to fight the lie that what she had wasn't enough, Kate discovered simple perspective shifts that ultimately helped her fall in love with the life she already had. Here she shares the small changes you can make that add up to a whole new outlook on life. With her trademark real-life tips and life hacks mixed with humor and stories she's never shared before, Kate helps you identify and dismantle ten lies about relationships, money, time, and home life. As you discover how to live and mother in ways that work for you and your family, you'll stop just wishing your life away—and begin to truly enjoy the one you already have.

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  Mapping the Human Trail

  Reece Davis

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  What if the real map of the world isn’t drawn in borders or boundaries — but in the shared stories of the people who live upon it? 
  In Mapping the Human Trail, acclaimed travel writer Reece Davis traces an invisible cartography of connection — exploring how traditions, beliefs, and everyday acts of kindness link humanity across continents. From the markets of Marrakech to the tundras of Siberia, he listens to voices that reveal the delicate threads holding our world together. 
  Through encounters both intimate and vast, Davis maps the emotional and cultural pathways that unite us — reminding readers that travel, at its heart, is an act of empathy. 
  Profound and uplifting, Mapping the Human Trail is a testament to curiosity, compassion, and the enduring search for meaning in a world of endless movement.

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  Curious World - The Fastest the...

  Mick O'Hare

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  A mind-bending adventure the whole family will enjoy! 
   
  Packed with amazing trivia, weird world records, and mind-blowing facts, this book is perfect for curious kids, trivia-loving teens, and even grown-ups who can't resist a quirky fact or two. 
   
  A must read for all curious minds! 
   
  Discover the fastest, slowest, oldest, and weirdest things on Earth—and beyond! 
   
  Which volcano has been erupting for over 2,000 years? 
  Are spiders faster than Usain Bolt? (you will never look at your house spiders in the same way again!). 
  Where's the coldest place life can survive? 
  Which creature has the longest neck (and no, it's not a giraffe)? 
  What are the smallest known things to exist? 
  Whether you're sharing hilarious facts around the table, keeping the kids entertained and off screens, or wowing your friends with your trivia skills, this book is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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  The Last Bookseller - A Life in...

  Gary Goodman

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  When Gary Goodman wandered into a run-down, used-book shop that was going out of business in East St. Paul in 1982, he had no idea the visit would change his life. He walked in as a psychiatric counselor and walked out as the store's new owner. In The Last Bookseller Goodman describes his sometimes desperate, sometimes hilarious career as a used and rare book dealer in Minnesota. 
   
    
   
  Here we meet the infamous St. Paul Book Bandit, Stephen Blumberg, who stole 24,000 rare books worth more than fifty million dollars; John Jenkins, the Texas rare book dealer who (probably) was murdered while standing in the middle of the Colorado River; and the eccentric Melvin McCosh, who filled his dilapidated mansion with half a million books. In 1990, with a couple of partners, Goodman opened St. Croix Antiquarian Books in Stillwater, one of the Twin Cities region's most venerable bookshops until it closed in 2017. 
   
   
   
  The internet changed the book business forever, and Goodman details how, after 2000, the internet made stores like his obsolete. In the 1990s, the Twin Cities had nearly fifty secondhand bookshops; today, there are fewer than ten. As both a memoir and a history of booksellers and book scouts, criminals and collectors, The Last Bookseller offers an ultimately poignant account of the used and rare book business during its final Golden Age.

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  The Canine's Cuisine - A Dive...

  Heather Olson

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  Discover the captivating history of your pet's diet in "The Canine's Cuisine: A Dive into Dog Food Evolution." This masterful exploration delves into the intricate world of canine nutrition, tracing the evolution of dogs' diets throughout history. Uncover the mysteries of ancient canine diets with a dedicated chapter, offering a timeline and regional insights. 
   
  Explore the significant milestones in commercial dog food development, from canned food to dry kibble. Understand the nutritional needs of dogs, delving into the roles of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Gain valuable insights into controversial and beneficial ingredients in kibble, deciphering labels and analyses. The book illuminates how diet impacts the lifespan of your furry companions and addresses common health issues. 
   
  Decode the advertising tactics of dog food companies, unveiling marketing strategies like celebrity endorsements and emotional appeals. Delve into a comprehensive discussion on the natural food movement, weighing the pros and cons of raw or homemade options. Gain a grounded understanding of pet food regulations, risks, and safety. 
  In conclusion, "The Canine's Cuisine" offers thoughtful recommendations and abundant resources for further exploration. Arm yourself with knowledge to ensure your beloved pet enjoys a healthy and fulfilling life.

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