Maison d'édition: Sheba Blake Publishing
Humorist Stephen Leacock was known for targeting the excesses of the aristocratic class in his lighthearted satire. This tendency is on full display in Arcadian Adventures with the Idle Rich, a series of stories and vignettes that mock the pomp, pretensions and silly customs of the upper classes.
8 great spoofs of 'types' of fiction by the premier Canadian humorist Leacock, taken from his book Nonsense Novels. The title of each parody gives away its genre: Soaked in Seaweed or, Upset in the Ocean; Maddened by Mystery: or, The Defective Detective; "Q." A Psychic Pstory of the Psupernatural; Guido the Gimlet of Ghent: A Romance of Chivalry; The Man in Asbestos: an Allegory of the Future; Sorrows of a Super Soul: or, The Memoirs of Marie Mushenough; A Hero in Homespun: or, The Life Struggle of Hezekiah Hayloft and Caroline's Christmas: or, The Inexplicable Infant. If you enjoy take offs and parodies, the stories in this collection are for you. See how many types you recognize as you listen and laugh.Voir livre
Poor Lydia Davidson. On the very morning she is about to fly to Europe for a two-week business trip, she gets a call from her angry boss informing her that she neglected to get her travel physical done. He then orders her to get herself to a nearby walk-in clinic--the only one open at this early hour--or risk losing her job. Poor Brian Davidson. It's bad enough that, due to his beautiful wife’s extreme modesty in the bedroom, he goes through his days sexually frustrated and unfulfilled. But now, she's going away for two weeks, leaving him even more frustrated than usual. Then, upon arriving at the clinic, Lydia and Brian receive the biggest shock of their lives: The only doctor on duty is Brian's brother Adam. And Adam, who's always been jealous of Brian, isn't about to let a gorgeous and shapely woman like Lydia off without putting her through the works. In other words, Lydia is about to undergo the most embarrassing, debasing examination imaginable. And talk about comprehensive. Those sticklers in Europe sure are strict with their medical requirements! And Brian? Well, he isn’t about to go wait out front during this exam--not with his wife naked on the other side of the curtain...and at the hands of his own brother! He peeps in around the edge of the curtain and… Yowza! There's his wife—assuming positions he would have killed to get her in, driving him mad with desire. And argh! There's his brother--feeling and probing his own wife in ways he'd never been allowed to enjoy. Lydia is humiliated to the hilt. And Brian is horny and jealous to the hilt. There’s no telling what can happen from here. But one thing is for sure: Brian is not about to walk away from that clinic empty-handed!Voir livre
Jack and Kitty's Valentine's Day Feel-Good Stories: Funny and Heartwarming Short Stories for Couples, Singles... and Everyone in Between! Grab your tissues and chocolate, and get ready to cuddle up with this heartwarming collection of Valentine's Day stories. From the joy of finding "the one" to the deep bond of friendship, these short tales are perfect for couples, singles, and everyone who believes in love. Experience the magic of a 50th wedding anniversary, chuckle at a first date fail, and discover that sometimes, it's not just about living happily ever after, but happily after laughter. Jack and Kitty's Valentine's Day Feel-Good Stories celebrates the power of love in all its forms, making this a sweet treasure for anyone who enjoys uplifting short stories.Voir livre
A delightfully twisty and darkly comic crime thriller, for fans of My Sister, the Serial Killer and How to Kill Your Family 'A fast-paced, tension-building mystery with a shattering finale. Tam Barnett is a name to watch.' Daily Mail I'm obsessed with true crime. All the podcasts, the documentaries... I can't get enough. And now there's a murderer on the loose where I live. What a rush! Of course, some people might wonder if it's me. Am I an innocent soul with an unhealthy fascination, or a deadly psychopath? It's the killer question. After all, I would love to know how to get away with murder… Tam Barnett's debut novel is perfect for readers of Katy Brent, CJ Skuse or Bella Mackie. Real readers are loving it: 'OMG! This was the best book I’ve read in a while. This kept me hooked the whole time.' 5-star Reader Review 'Twisty, witty and just a little bit unhinged! Loved it!' 5-star Reader Review 'The perfect book for anyone who loves true crime and crime thrillers in general. I would give this more than 5 stars if I could. I could not put it down.' 5-star Reader Review 'I bloody loved this book from start to finish! Not once did I see any of the twist and turns coming, not even the ending! That was brilliant!' 5-star Reader Review 'A fantastic debut! Well written, a great whodunnit and when I thought I had it all figured out, along came the twist, and it was a good one!' 5-star Reader Review 'This was SO MUCH FUN!!' 5-star Reader Review 'Hands down, amazing read!' 5-star Reader Review 'Twisted, dark, gripping & unputdownable. Suspense stays till the end, twists are unpredictable and the ending was jaw dropping.' 5-star Reader Review 'A banger of a debut novel! I loved the writing and it kept me turning pages. It truly does have that 'true crime podcast' feel to it. I will definitely be looking forward to more from this author!' 5-star Reader ReviewVoir livre
This is not just the story of one boarding school or one student’s prep school experience. Frank is a legendary storyteller, so in this book we get the universal story of boys seeking manhood away from home and of men teachers, trying to strike the right balance between the tough and the tender (and view achieving the balance). There is humor and intended humor going too far. There is life, abundant and death that can’t be reasoned out. Whether you too have had the boarding school experience or that of a boarding school teacher, this is a book that, if you read it, will come back in your memory years from now. Thanks, Frank, for being so open and honest.Voir livre
Have you ever felt like you were juggling more hats at work than a statue in the Hall of Heroes? You are not alone. Captain Bossman's The Incredibly True Story of Personal Branding and the Different Hats We Wear is a funny, rhymed voyage through the ups and downs of professional life. You see, our hero is no ordinary mentor; Captain Bossman is a gender-neutral, ethnic-neutral, and religious-neutral statue who has seen it all. This statue, based on the experiences of real-life professionals, represents the art of personal branding, wearing multiple hats with each new challenge. This isn't your average personal branding book. There are no stale LinkedIn advice or dull résumé instructions here! Instead, Captain Bossman uses quirky comedy and witty rhymes to help you rethink how you portray yourself at work—whether you're drafting a CV, applying for a new job, or simply attempting to obtain recognized for your talents. Captain Bossman demonstrates that every experience and hat we wear in our working life contributes to our personal brand's story. Your personal brand is always changing, whether it's via mentorship, problem-solving, or taking on jobs that no one else wants. It's about striking the right balance between self-promotion and remaining real to yourself—without overselling it. So, what is the takeaway? This entertaining, rhymed story reminds us that personal branding is more than just flashy resumes and numerous LinkedIn updates. It's about embracing your various experiences, understanding your worth, and conveying your professional narrative in a way that is both authentic and memorable. After all, you're a human brand, and your narrative should be conveyed with the same imagination as a superhero's origin story. Add The Incredibly True Story of Personal Branding and the Different Hats We Wear to your cart now to see how your professional story may become a cult classic.Voir livre
