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The Chronicles of Hernia
by Barry CryerA collection of hilarious stories and eye-popping anecdotes from the nation's best-loved comedianBarry Cryer is one of the most respected and admired writers and performers of his time. In a career spanning forty years, Barry has worked alongside the greatest producers and performers in show business: Tommy Cooper, Humphrey Lyttelton, Morecambe and Wise, Willie Rushton, Peter Cook, Kenny Everett, Rory Bremner to name but a few - this book is a veritable Who's Who of comedy.From humble beginnings at the Windmill Theatre and Expresso Bongo, to The Frost Report, Call My Bluff and I'm Sorry I haven't a Clue, Barry recalls the good, the bad, and the downright ugly in his own inimitable style. 'Barry Cryer ...an anecdote jukebox whose whole life is basically one big chatshow.'Guardian
The Chronicles Of Narmo
by Caitlin MoranFifteen-year-old Morag Narmo really doesn't want to go to school any more. She and her siblings would rather feed their heads into the waste-disposal unit than "do the academical". So they are all stunned when their parents whisk them out of school and embark on a home-schooling experiment. But with five children, two unruly pets and some extremely eccentric attitudes, the educational experiment soon descends into chaos...Witty, razor-sharp and laugh-out-loud funny, The Chronicles of Narmo show us how before Caitlin Moran knew How to be a Woman, she had to find out How to be a Girl.
Chunky: The Best Bits from Acorn Antiques to Kitty and more
by Victoria Wood'Absolutely perfect. All Christmas presents sorted. No notes.' Sarra ManningBabs (on telephone): Acorn Antiques, can I help you? Gainsborough's Blue Boy? Yes, I think we have it in mauve, I'll just check.Flips over blank bits of paper.Yes, we do; shall I pop it under the counter for you? Not at all, bye!Chunky contains the complete scripts of Wood's beloved wobbly-walled spoof soap opera Acorn Antiques, as well as the Kitty monologues: 'My name's Kitty. I've had a boob off and I can't stomach whelks so that's me for you.'It also features daytime television presenters Margery and Joan, Susie the waspish Continuity Announcer, and the unforgettable bus stop stories of Kelly-Marie Tunstall: 'I said I'll tell everyone what happened on Christmas Eve when you drank two pints of correcting fluid and sexually harassed me with an outsize party squeaker'.Published to mark the 70th anniversary of Victoria Wood's birth, this stunning revised edition of Chunky collects the very best of Wood's sketches, shows and more featuring:NEW introduction from Celia Imrie, star of many of Victoria Wood's showsAdditions and annotations from Wood's acclaimed official biographer, Jasper Rees.This is a true celebration of an inimitable and greatly missed comedic genius.'I was very proud to be part of her gang.' Celia Imrie'There was none like her before and there's been none like her since - she was unique.' Dawn French'She is on a par with Alan Bennett.' Clive James
Ciara's Diary: 1999-2002: Sense and Shiftability
by Ciara KingThe year is 1999. Connemara is braced for the new millennium. ‘No Scrubs’ rules the airwaves, bootleg DVDs of Cruel Intentions are thrilling crowds of sexually progressive teens, and if you’re not matching combat trousers with platforms, you are nobody.In the midst of this perplexing world, a girl named Ciara, inspired by her heroes Anne Frank and Aung San Suu Kyi, begins to document her not dissimilar struggles – against pushy parents, mysterious boys and the stubborn non-appearance of boobs. The road ahead will be tough, but she must persevere: How else will she find fame, fortune and love in the spandex-clad arms of Dean Cain?Based on the cult radio segment of the same name, Ciara’s Diary is a fresh and funny trip through the warped mind of a turn-of-the-century teenager. The spiritual successor to Adrian Mole, albeit with more shifting, Ciara’s Diary is a must-read for anyone who remembers dancing to ‘Maniac 2000’ at the parish disco.
El Cielo Vs La Reencarnación La Historieta
by DharmaEste libro es una pequeña versión basada en los dibujos animados de mi historieta - "El Cielo vs. La Reencarnación" escrito por Dharma. Como dice el refrán, una imagen vale más que 1.000 palabras, así que espero que al usar dibujos pueda expresar mi punto de vista con una mayor claridad. Nuestros puntos de vista sobre Dios y la Religión se han estancado en el pasado; seguimos reciclando una y otra vez ideas escritas en el pasado sin siquiera cuestionarlas. El hecho de que un libro se haya escrito hace 1.000 o 2.000 años, no implica que las personas de esa época tengan una idea especial ni mucho menos que los dioses caminaban en la tierra durante esos días. Nuestros ancestros no eran malas personas, simplemente escribieron lo que ellos consideraban correcto, expresaron SU visión de Dios, influenciados por las vidas que vivían en ese momento. Los reyes, emperadores y dictadores gobernaban de forma brutal, exigiendo obediencia y lealtad ciegas a cambio de sus favores. y esa fue la plantilla para Dios, o al menos para las religiones más grandes como el cristianismo y el islam, las cuales son dominantes en el mundo al día de hoy. Así que ponte de rodillas, suplica misericordia, jura lealtad al Rey y serás recompensado; Esa era la vida en ese momento y esas fueron las ideas que se escribieron y transmitieron de una generación a otra, lamentablemente la gran mayoría de la humanidad todavía sigue ciegamente tales ideas incluso hoy en la actualidad. Aunque la vida de hoy es muy diferente. A través de mis libros espero cambiar el discurso, difundir nuevas ideas y brindar nuevos puntos de vista sobre la religión y la espiritualidad. Pueden comunicarse conmigo al correo heavenvsreincarnation@yahoo.com
Cinderella And Her Very Bossy Sisters
by Mark Sperring Barbara BonginiEbook edition of a fun and feisty retelling of a classic fairytale by bestselling author Mark Sperring. Once upon a time there was a girl called Cinderella who lived with her two VERY bossy sisters. When she was not cooking or cleaning, Cinderella could be found mending her sisters' shoes, or even fixing the car! One day, an invitation arrives to a ball at the palace. But Cinderella is kept so busy helping her bossy sisters get ready - squeezing their pimples and finding their spotty bloomers - that she has no time to get ready herself, until a visit from a fairy godmother changes her luck forever!
Cinderella and the Glass Ceiling: And Other Feminist Fairy Tales
by Laura Lane Ellen Haunp.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.3px Times} This wickedly wise (and wisecracking) parody of classic fairy tales redefines happily ever after for the modern feminist era.You know what? It's super creepy to kiss a woman who is unconscious. And you know what else? The way out of poverty isn't by marrying a rich dude -- or by wearing fragile footwear, for that matter. And while we're at it, why is the only woman who lives with seven men expected to do the cooking, cleaning, and laundry?Fairytales need a reboot, and comedy queens Laura Lane and Ellen Haun are the women to do it. In Cinderella and the Glass Ceiling, they offer a rollicking parody of classic (read: patriarchal) tales that turns sweet, submissive princesses into women who are perfectly capable of being the heroes of their own stories. Mulan climbs the ranks in the army but wages a different war when she finds out she's getting paid less than her fellow male captains, Wendy learns never to trust a man-boy stalking her window, Sleeping Beauty's prince gets a lesson in consent, and more.Busting with laugh-out-loud, razor-sharp twists to these outdated tales, Cinderella and the Glass Ceiling is fun, magical, necessary, and totally woke.
Cinderella at the Vampire Ball: Scary Fairy Tales - Cinderella And The Vampire Ball (Seriously Silly: Scary Fairy Tales #1)
by Laurence AnholtCinderella's not scared of ANYTHING - not even the ghastliest, ghostliest, creepiest, spookiest party of all time...
Cinderella Goes to the Morgue (Virago Modern Classics #802)
by Nancy Spain'Her detective novels are hilarious - less about detecting than delighting, with absurd farce and a wonderful turn of phrase . . . Nancy Spain was bold, she was brave, she was funny, she was feisty. I owe her a great deal' Sandi ToksvigWhen Prince Charming is murdered and the principal dancer hits the bottle, amateur sleuths Miriam Birdseye and Natasha Nevkorina come to the rescue. Sacrificing their Christmas plans for the sake of art and detecting, they join the pantomime. As ex-thespians, they know the show must go on - though the cast shrinks with each rehearsal. Can the indomitable detective duo discover the murderer before the final curtain falls?Fast paced and festive, this comic crime classic from Nancy Spain will keep you on the edge of your seat.
A Cinderella Story: Maid Under The Mistletoe / My Fair Billionaire / Second Chance With The Ceo (Mills And Boon By Request Ser.)
by Elizabeth Bevarly Maureen Child Anna DePaloA Cinderella Story
Cinderella's Bum
by Nicholas AllanA big sister is horrified when she can't fit into her swimming costume. Her BOTTOM IS SOO BIG! But her little sister has some good advice.There follows a wonderful romp through history and fairyland, as the little sister explains exactly why a big bottom can be useful. Father Christmas needs one for crash landings and, if you are a queen, a big bum is vital to keep you comfy while sitting on your throne . . . Once again Nicholas Allan combines laugh-out-loud humour with real insight that cannot fail to raise a smile.
Cinderella's New York Christmas: Cinderella's New York Christmas Wedding The Greek Billionaire A Diamond In The Snow Christmas With The Duke (The Cattaneos' Christmas Miracles #1)
by Scarlet WilsonFrom chalet maid… To millionaire’s date!
Cinders and Sparks: Magic At Midnight, Fairies In The Forest, Goblins And Gold (Cinders and Sparks #1)
by Lindsey KelkPerfect for readers of 7–9, Cinders & Sparks is a fresh, funny and fabulous take on Cinderella, for everyone who loved Frozen and Shrek.
Cinders and Sparks: Fairies in the Forest (Cinders and Sparks #2)
by Lindsey KelkIn this second hilarious Cinders and Sparks adventure, our chaotic comedy duo head for Fairyland to find Cinders’s mother – and get more than they bargained for . . . Perfect for readers of 7-9 and fans of Shrek and Frozen.
Cinders & Sparks 3-book Story Collection: Magic At Midnight, Fairies In The Forest, Goblins And Gold (Cinders & Sparks)
by Lindsey KelkThis collection includes three Cinders & Sparks adventures. CINDERS AND SPARKS: MAGIC AT MIDNIGHT Cinders lives a boring life with her selfish stepsisters and mean stepmother. So when her wishes start magically coming true it’s a surprise to say the least. Then Cinders meets her fairy godmother: she’s magic, she can fly, and she’s called… Brian. CINDERS AND SPARKS: FAIRIES IN THE FOREST Cinders and her talking dog Sparks are on the run, in the Deep Dark Forest, after Cinders performed magic at the castle and made everyone think she was a witch. The hapless Hansel is on the run with them, but only because he ate some of an actual witch’s gingerbread house and she got cross. If they can reach Fairyland, maybe they’ll all be safe? CINDERS AND SPARKS: GOBLINS AND GOLD Cinders, her talking-dog, Sparks, a horse called Mouse, and Hansel continue their quest to find Fairyland. But even the bravest questers get hungry, and when the quartet stop at a market for lunch, calamity and chaos ensue!
Cinema's Strangest Moments: Extraordinary But True Tales From The History Of Film (Strangest Ser.)
by Quentin FalkHow did Leonardo DiCaprio become a hero on The Beach? Why would the Droids lode control in Star Wars? What persuaded Mad Max to become Hamlet? Who made Long John Silver's parrot dread Treasure Island? When was there a curse on The Exorcist?
Cinemastrology: The Movie Lover's Guide to the Sun, the Moon, and the Stars
by Stella WonderlyPicking your perfect flick can be an overwhelming experience. But fear not! Cinemastrology answers a question that has stumped even the most avid film buff for over a century: "What movie should I watch?"From contemporary comedies to Hollywood classics, from date movies to adrenaline fests, Cinemastrology is your guide to the art of selecting viewing based on your astrological sign. It includes profiles of all the sun signs and offers an extensive list of movie recommendations for each, complete with descriptions, behind-the-scenes stories, and insights into the unique qualities of each sign, from Aries to Pisces. Sections covering the stars that light up the screen and sign-compatible suggestions based on the sign of your partner or film-viewing friend round out Cinemastrology.Getting started is easy! All you need is a birthday and a passion for movies.
The City Girl's Homecoming (Furever Yours #5)
by Kathy DouglassCan some cute four-legged friends help opposites attract?
A City of Flames: Discover the unmissable epic BookTok sensation!
by Rina VasquezTHE BUZZING, ENEMIES TO LOVERS TIKTOK SENSATION'I absolutely loved this book from the rich world-building to the diverse characters' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Rina has a way of really drawing you into the worlds she's created'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The ending left my emotions in tatters' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐.........................................Nara has always desired justice.Could hunting dragons bring her peace at last?When a fire dragon attacks her village, the perfect opportunity presents itself - now she can take revenge on the creatures that killed her father. But the dragon she's determined to kill seems fascinated by Nara, something everyone slowly begins to notice . . . After this strange event, Nara is invited to join the Venators - a trained order of people who slay dangerous magical creatures - just like her father before her.This offer should be a dream come true. After all, who wouldn't jump at the chance to hunt down the cruel, destructive creatures that enslaved humans for thousands of years? But Nara is about to learn the ugly truth; history is written by the victors.
Claiming The Drakos Heir: Claiming The Drakos Heir (greek Island Brides) / The Cowboy's Secret Family (rocking Chair Rodeo) (Greek Island Brides #2)
by Jennifer FayeThe rebel bachelor is back… To claim her baby!
Clarissa Oakes: Aubrey/maturin Series, Book 15 (Aubrey/Maturin Series #15)
by Patrick O’BrianPatrick O’Brian’s Aubrey-Maturin tales are widely acknowledged to be the greatest series of historical novels ever written. Now, for the first time, they are available in electronic book format, so a whole new generation of readers can be swept away on the adventure of a lifetime. This is the fifteenth book in the series.
Clarity Jones and the Magical Detective Agency
by Chris SmithFrom the incredible imagination of bestselling author Chris Smith comes a hilarious fantasy adventure for 8-12 readers. Cressida Cowell meets Robin Stevens with a dash of Pixar gold.'Never, ever eliminate the impossible.'Clarity JonesWhen Mutt gets a job as an apprentice at the leading detective agency in the realm of Rillia, he's not expecting to work with ex-princesses, snow gnoblins and the most notorious assassin of the White Hand Clan.And he's definitely not expecting to be thrown in the deep end on the agency's toughest and most dangerous job yet - the mysterious case of the vanishing jester . . .From the incredible imagination of Chris Smith - bestselling author and now a major new solo talent - comes a hilarious adventure for fans of Cressida Cowell, Robin Stevens and Disney Pixar.'A laugh-out-loud funny and exciting adventure!' Cressida Cowell on Frankie Best Hates Quests.
The Clash of the Mega Robots (Oliver Fibbs #4)
by Steve HartleyHi! I'm Oliver Tibbs, a mega-ordinary boy from a mega-brilliant family. Sometimes my life gets a little DAB - Dull and Boring so I get creative with the truth at Show and Tell. I guess that's why some people call me Oliver Fibbs!Right now I'm locked in a battle with the evil genius The Boffin, who has turned my nemesis, The Show-off, into a super robot who plans to take over the world! But I'm fighting back with a mega robot of my own!OK, maybe I'm exaggerating . . . but as I keep telling everyone, THEY'RE NOT FIBS, THEY'RE STORIES!