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2023.
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150 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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"A collection of humorous and heartfelt poetry for children and adults"--
Do you know what a "zilot" is? Of course you don't, because it's a freshly invented word! If you must know, "zilot" rhymes with "spill it" and it means "blanket fort." Zilot also happens to be the title of this collection of poems, which use big words and small words and, yup, even some made-up words. And they mostly rhyme! So, build your own zilot, pull up a pillow, and enjoy!...
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Agent of W.O.R.L.D.E volume 4
Agent of W.O.R.L.D.E volume 3
Agent of W.O.R.L.D.E volume 2
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Agent of W.O.R.L.D.E volume 3
Agent of W.O.R.L.D.E volume 2
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Horny robots! Super-evolved orangutan bosses! Joyriders from the 26th Century! Nothing phases Philip Blank, top agent for the sci-fi spy organization known as W.O.R.L.D.E.! But lately, Philip's been wondering if there isn't more to life than saving the world through creative violence. What is Philip hiding from WORLDE, and how far will he go to keep it hidden? The most beautifully bizarre book of the year is here!
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Tales from the multiverse volume Vol. 2
Pub. Date
2023.
Lexile measure
810L
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xiv, 389 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.
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"Here are six thrilling stories -- ranging from sci-fi to fantasy to adventure -- set in six different worlds, featuring artwork from six different illustrators. In a swanky New York City hotel, a reclusive guest appears to have spontaneously combusted. On a school field trip to a human anatomy museum in space, two kids try to pull off the greatest prank in history. Somewhere on a deserted island, three siblings try to make a life for themselves after...
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Get the Summary of David Sedaris's Calypso in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. David Sedaris's "Calypso" is a collection of reflections on family, aging, and the complexities of life. Sedaris enjoys the luxury of guest rooms in his West Sussex home, contrasting with his previous Normandy residence. He and his partner Hugh prepare for his sisters' visit, which brings a mix of joy and the realization of time's passage....
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The part-observed anatomy of a man who, without question, is a revered local Glasgow Godfather. Well! That's what they all know this self-made man as.
We may judge his justified reasoning and that of his diverse cohorts as we observe their continuing operations from the city streets to behind the wall at 81, the avenue number of Barlinnie Prison.
The man himself is known to all by the name of 'Bulldog.' In 1968, there were 3,501,564 global births,...
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Have you ever wondered if America could witness a Presidential candidate who truly understands the challenges of everyday life? Can someone break free from the shackles of politics as usual to make a real difference? In "What Happened to the Herd," Mark Yeager presents a captivating, fictitious account of events that just might bring about an unprecedented political transformation.
Meet Jane McQueen, a resilient single mom who excels at juggling...
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Stacie, Tiffany and Yadira hope to shut down their rental house and get back their security deposit before leaving town, but first they have to fix the gaping hole in the adobe wall and rid themselves of unwanted graduation "presents," both the result of an uproarious final party. This comic co-ed romp will keep you chuckling.
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Circuses and parades go wildly awry when James Sauerbaugh joins a band of Shriners as a substitute trombonist. The band members are ancient and bombed out of their minds, but James comes to relish the friendships and wild fun on the bus and on parade floats. When Moses Grand, a fellow trombonist, rescues him from death at the hands of a ruthless killer, the story takes an ironic twist. Nobody can have enough books with circuses and parades in them....
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Get the Summary of Bonnie Garmus's Lessons in Chemistry in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Lessons in Chemistry" follows the story of Elizabeth Zott, a chemist and mother in 1961, who becomes an unexpected television star with her cooking show "Supper at Six." Despite her scientific expertise, she faces sexism and professional challenges, including being nicknamed "Luscious Lizzie" by the media. Her life's trajectory...
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Excerpt: "I did not need a war of nations to learn about the courage and humour of the British soldier. As a book I wrote called "Mr. Thomas Atkins" shows, I had studied and appreciated him during the thirty-one years in which I served as Chaplain to the Forces. Still, it was pleasant to read despatches and letters from the seat of war highly praising my old friend. This book is based upon the strong, clear letters of Mr. Thomas Atkins (I am never...
14) God of Drunks
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During a stag dinner, a married man makes a startling confession.
15) Bad Review 2
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Just when you thought browsing the library's comedy section was safe, you came across yet another P T Saunders's outrageous comedies. Bad Review 2 Saunder's new cringe-worthy comedy. After Jeffers' near-death confession, about himself being Penelope's real Father, things are about to change for all of the characters.For some, the changes in their circumstances will be positive, and other individual changes devastating.Once again, Saunders has created...
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Ever fantasized about escaping the daily grind to run your own camping and caravanning site? Prepare for an adventure unlike any other. Beyond the allure of the great outdoors lies a vibrant tapestry of unique personalities. From quirky characters to those with unconventional habits, life under canvas or in cozy caravans can unleash unexpected behaviors and wild inclinations. Dive into a world where inhibitions are shed and the truly eccentric come...
17) The Writer's Cut
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From Monty Python legend Eric Idle comes this wicked and enthralling comedy
Set during the glorious days of the Bush Empire before they finally invaded and killed irony, The Writer's Cut follows Stanley Hay, a joke writer. He has a girlfriend, a writing partner and a career going nowhere in particular. Wisecracking, ambitious and horny, Stanley decides that he is going to change that by writing a novel. This is where things start to spiral out of...
18) Future Fish
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‘ Fast, funny and freaky' Luke HealySacked from his first job in Dublin, Mark McGuire arrives in the dismal town of Ashcross to take up a new role as customer service assistant for Ireland' s second-biggest pet food brand, WellCat. From his initial impressions, it' s a toss-up whether he' ll die of misery or boredom.He couldn' t be more wrong. For starters, the improbably...
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Get the Summary of Gail Honeyman's Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Eleanor Oliphant, a finance clerk with a life of solitude and routine, develops a crush on a musician, believing he could be her future husband. Her social life is nonexistent, and she is often mocked by colleagues. Eleanor's life is marked by independence, suppressed desires, and a longing for connection. She...
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