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One Hand Jerking: Reports From an Investigative Journalist
by Paul KrassnerCounterculture legend Paul Krassner gazes on the fires of pop culture, politics and celebrity and returns unscathed to help us make sense of our senseless world, with an introduction by Lewis Black (The Daily Show) and a foreword by Harry Shearer (The Simpsons, Le Show). From cults to pornography, from Charles Manson to Homer Simpson, from the war on drugs to the invasion of Iraq, from Dolly Parton to Lenny Bruce, from circumcision to propaganda, this collection epitomizes Krassner's credo, "Irreverence is our only sacred cow."
One Hell of a Day: Cocktails to Fix that Sh*t
by Octopus BooksHas your 9-to-5 turned you into a zombie? Has your commute left you utterly drained? Has the world's hypocrisy driven you mad? Yup, life sucks hard sometimes. But no matter what's getting you down right now, rest assured there's a drink to fix that sh*t. Whether it's gin, vodka, whisky or rum you're in need of, raise your spirits with this essential collection of cocktail recipes for the not-so-good, the bad, and the downright ugly days in life, featuring:- 20 'Rescue Remedies' including Death in the Afternoon, Penicillin, Corpse Reviver and Old Pal- 20 'Big Gun' recipes including Army and Navy, Godfather, Rusty Nail, Gimlet and Satan's Whiskers- Master techniques such as shaking, muddling and straining (the cocktails, not yourself)- Advice on useful equipment, including glasses, shakers and garnishes (just because your life is sh*t doesn't mean your presentation has to be)So next time the daily grind grinds you down, grab One Hell of a Day, kick back, have a laugh and mix yourself a strong drink to make it all better.
One Hell of a Day: Cocktails to Fix that Sh*t
by Vesper RoxHas your 9-to-5 turned you into a zombie? Has your commute left you utterly drained? Has the world's hypocrisy driven you mad? Yup, life sucks hard sometimes. But no matter what's getting you down right now, rest assured there's a drink to fix that sh*t. Whether it's gin, vodka, whisky or rum you're in need of, raise your spirits with this essential collection of cocktail recipes for the not-so-good, the bad, and the downright ugly days in life, featuring:- 20 'Rescue Remedies' including Death in the Afternoon, Penicillin, Corpse Reviver and Old Pal- 20 'Big Gun' recipes including Army and Navy, Godfather, Rusty Nail, Gimlet and Satan's Whiskers- Master techniques such as shaking, muddling and straining (the cocktails, not yourself)- Advice on useful equipment, including glasses, shakers and garnishes (just because your life is sh*t doesn't mean your presentation has to be)So next time the daily grind grinds you down, grab One Hell of a Day, kick back, have a laugh and mix yourself a strong drink to make it all better.
One Hit Wonder
by Charlie CarilloCarillo has an easy way with breezy prose and likeable characters. –Publishers Weekly From the acclaimed author of Raising Jake comes the hilarious, heartfelt story of a former pop star who goes back to his roots--to answer the age-old question, Whatever happened to. . . ' Back in the Eighties, Mickey DeFalco was America's teenage heartthrob with spiky gelled hair, slanted sideburns, and a number-one hit single--Sweet Days--a sappy love song he wrote after his high school sweetheart, Lynn Mahoney, broke his heart. Now approaching middle age, Mickey is lucky to land a singing gig at a bar mitzvah. So the one-hit wonder-boy is making a different kind of comeback--returning to his old stomping grounds in Queens, living with his parents, and sleeping in his childhood bed. Just like in high school. And speaking of blasts from the past, Lynn is also back in town--as beautiful, beguiling, and baffling as ever. . . Sometimes life can feel like a broken record. But even a one-hit wonder deserves a second chance. A superb comic novelist. . . hilarious and truthful. --Sally JenkinsQueens-born Charlie Carillo is the acclaimed author of My Ride with Gus andRaising Jake. He worked at the New York Post as a journalist for many years, and now divides his time between New York City and London, England, where he works as an independent television producer.
One Hit Wonderland
by Tony HawksIt's 1988 and radios across the land blast out the Top Ten hit 'Stutter Rap' by Morris Minor and the Majors. The man behind the fake moustache is Tony Hawks. Fast forward to the 21st century and those heady days of pop stardom are a distant memory. That is, until it is suggested that Tony is just another One Hit Wonder. Really? We'll have to see about that ...For two years Tony struggles to have a hit somewhere, anywhere, in the world, changing acts and styles with a bewildering lack of integrity. From Nashville to Amsterdam, from Eastern Europe to Africa, he travels the globe in search of that elusive hit.But it's only after a chance encounter with Norman Wisdom that things get really strange. Is it really possible that together they could storm the Albanian charts?In One Hit Wonderland anything can happen ...
One Hot Summer: A completely hilarious feel-good romantic comedy
by Debbie IoannaThe author of Blind Date returns with a wildly entertaining tale of friends, fix-ups, and holding out for your hero . . . Now that Jenny is happily coupled-up, the tables have turned—and it&’s time to help her best friend, Sarah, achieve her happily ever after. Jenny knows that Sarah is going to find love. But Sarah isn&’t so sure . . . Sarah&’s gorgeous both inside and out, so despite her recent breakup, it shouldn&’t be hard for her to find someone to settle down with. The trouble is, she doesn&’t want just anyone—she wants The One. But will Mr. Right come along? And if he does, how will she recognize him? This heartwarming, riotous tale about love and enduring friendship from Debbie Ioanna is perfect for fans of Joanna Bolouri, Jo Platt, and Hannah Ellis.
One Hot Texan
by Jane SullivanHE NEEDS A WILLING WOMAN...Rebel Cole McCallum is back home, but not by choice. If he doesn't get married soon, he's going to lose his inheritance. But who would want to marry a complete stranger? Lucky for him, he has his pick of women. What this bad boy didn't plan on, though, was choosing the least likely candidate...and finding her irresistible.SHE'S WILLING TO OBLIGE...Wallflower Ginny White is ready to break free of her prissy reputation. When she discovers sexy Cole McCallum has returned, she knows he can teach her a thing or two. She's sure she's hit the jackpot when he asks her to marry him, even if it's only temporary. Six months is more than enough time to make this one hot Texan hers...!
One Hundred Secret Thoughts Cats have about Humans
by Celia HaddonWant to know what our cats really think about us? Cat behaviour expert and bestselling author Celia Haddon reveals one hundred ways our favourite felines work out our weird behaviour - and so gain more cat power over us. The purrfect gift for the cat lover in your life!
One Hundred Ways for a Dog to Train Its Human
by Simon WhaleyOn days out to the beach, always be the first in the family to get out of the car, onto the beach and into the sea. Always be the last in the family to get out of the sea, onto the beach and into the car. Remember to shake excess sea water from your fur once you are inside the car. Humans may refrain from passing you food to test. To them, a piece of salmon, followed by Liquorice Allsorts, a chocolate cake, and a selection of vegetables is a foul combination. Humans believe meals should be categorised into three sections. A starter, a main course and a sweet. Disavow them of this. Food is food is food. Always make sure you have more energy at the end of a walk, than you did at the beginning. Believe me, humans love the futility of taking you for a walk to tire you out.
One Hundred Ways for a Dog to Train Its Human
by Simon WhaleyOn days out to the beach, always be the first in the family to get out of the car, onto the beach and into the sea. Always be the last in the family to get out of the sea, onto the beach and into the car. Remember to shake excess sea water from your fur once you are inside the car. Humans may refrain from passing you food to test. To them, a piece of salmon, followed by Liquorice Allsorts, a chocolate cake, and a selection of vegetables is a foul combination. Humans believe meals should be categorised into three sections. A starter, a main course and a sweet. Disavow them of this. Food is food is food. Always make sure you have more energy at the end of a walk, than you did at the beginning. Believe me, humans love the futility of taking you for a walk to tire you out.
One Husband Needed (Hope Valley Brides)
by Jeanne AllanWorth Lassiter had spent his life watching out for his sisters. But now they were all happily married and he was free. Free to have the adventures he'd always dreamed about. Until single mom Elizabeth Randall and her baby son entered his life...Elizabeth had told herself a husband was the last thing she needed. But she couldn't ignore her baby's smile whenever Worth came near-or how her body reacted to his kisses. Still, she wasn't going to be the one to tie Worth down. Unless, of course, that was exactly what he wanted...
One Hustle
by Cortney Gee“Everyday I’m hustling…..” Comedian Cameron B is a man with his back against the wall. The rent is due, his family needs food and bill collectors are blowing up his phone. Since his career is stalled, he's faced with doing agricultural work to make ends meet….that is until fellow entertainer, Lance The Great throws him a lifeline – two grand and a proposal. The loan and the opportunity changes Cameron's fortunes, but at what price? Living the life…. Now, Cameron doesn’t need to focus on his career. His side hustle has taken him from ashy to classy, where expensive cars and custom made clothes are the norm. And with the newfound wealth, a real player is born. Soon, Cameron finds himself trying to juggle life as an entertainer, father, boyfriend to several, and criminal. He’s tugged in several different directions and the only things that really wins out are the many criminal pursuits he has and the red-headed sexy sidepiece he's acquired. Set in mid-90's Los Angeles, One Hustle is a witty, sexy, page-turning debut from real-life comedian, Cortney Gee. In pages packed with his trademark humor, Gee proves he’s a new voice you’ll want to add to your reading collection.
One In The Chamber: A Novel
by Robin PegueroOn Capitol Hill, they work you to death. Cameron Leann is new to Washington, D.C. An Iowa farm boy without a penny to his name, Cam has joined a group of affluent junior staffers working for a powerful cohort of U.S. Senators known as The Gang of Six. Liz Frost, the group&’s charismatic leader, teases and strings Cam along as he grows increasingly infatuated with her. Heir to a political dynasty, Randy Lancaster pushes Cam to his limits with his penchant for booze, drugs, and meaningless flings. Charlie James, Liz&’s linebacker boyfriend, keeps Cam at a distance, eyeing the newcomer with suspicion. All of them have one thing in common. They hate their bosses. As the Gang of Six takes up the rushed nomination of the first Black chief justice to the Supreme Court, Cam and his friends are plotting against them. But in the game of politics, one&’s motivations are never as they seem—especially true for Cam, the enigmatic figure at the center of it all. When a bombshell revelation threatens to sink the President's Supreme Court pick, the Gang of Six fractures, pitting senator against senator in a confirmation battle for the ages. Alliances shift with the wind. Everyone is lying to everyone. And on Election Night, one senator will end up dead.
One King's Way
by Harry HarrisonIt was a changed world. No longer did the black monks of the Christian Church own half of England and extend their deadly domain over their flock. No longer did the murderous Ragnarssons and their Viking hordes ravage the shires unopposed. Now, in the year 867 AD, those who wished to be Christian were free to worship without the heavy yoke of the ever-hungry Church. Those who did not could follow the Asgarth Way, the Norse religion that paid homage to the gods of Asgard: Othin, Thor, Frey...and Rig. Rig, the patron - perhaps the father? - of Shef Sigvarthsson. Whose new weapons and battle strategy had defeated both the battle-hardened Vikings and the Frankish knights of Pope Nicholas' failed Crusade. While enemies plotted, Shef left England by ship, to avoid the wedding of his ally, Alfred of Wessex, to his childhood love, Godive. Shipwrecked on the Frisian Coast he begins a journey that will keep him away from England for months and years, and add more legends to his already myth-shrouded life. In One King's Way Harry Harrison Continues the story of Shef Sigvarthsson, god-chosen warrior and mystic. From the Vikings of the North Sea to the scheming priests of Germany, from the frozen northern lands to the snow-covered Finnish tundra, he fights his way towards overwhelming kingship. While his supernatural allies and enemies engage in a shadowy battle for his future. This is historical fantasy of the highest order, from a giant of the genre.
One Kiss Before Christmas: A heartwarming holiday romance
by Emma JacksonA gorgeously romantic festive read from the author of A Mistletoe Miracle, guaranteed to warm your heart this Christmas!Could it be the start of her happy ever after? Ashleigh could use a little Christmas magic. She's still living in Brighton with her Nan - who could give the Grinch lessons in how to be miserable - her acting career has been reduced to playing one of Santa's elves, and not even the prospect of a friend's winter wedding can cheer her up... That is until Olivier, the gorgeous French chef, reappears in her life. Or more accurately, next door. When they were teenagers, Olivier would spend every Christmas with his mother, who just happens to be Ash's neighbour and owner of the best chocolate shop in England. If anyone can bring a little sparkle back to Ash's life, it's Olivier. All she needs is one kiss before Christmas...Feel-good and festive, this is the perfect romance to curl up with this winter!Readers are falling in love with One Kiss Before Christmas...'A warming festive "will they or won't they" tale...stirs up all the festive feelings!''I really enjoyed this heartwarming story''Such a sweet Christmas read'
One Last Chance: A Second Chance Romance (One Day to Forever #3)
by Therese BeharrieOf all the charity events in all of Cape Town, Zoey Roux had to bump into her husband at this oneSix years ago, Zoey Roux secretly married her best friend Sawyer. But all that did was destroy the best relationship she’s ever had. They went their separate ways, but Zoey never could go through with a divorce. Seeing him again at her sister’s charity event is a shock, but also enlightening: no matter how much she still loves him, it’s time to let him go. Zoey was Sawyer Wilson’s first love. She broke his heart, but his feelings never died. Love was never their issue—only timing. Seeing her again is a shock: in a perfect world, she would run back into his arms. Instead, she’s asking for a divorce. But a lot can happen in twenty-four hours: old wounds can heal, first loves can be reunited. And a second chance might just lead to happily ever after.This book is approximately 74,000 wordsOne-click with confidence. This title is part of the Carina Press Romance Promise: all the romance you’re looking for with an HEA/HFN. It’s a promise!
One Last Job (Orca Anchor)
by Sean RodmanMichael has been getting into trouble lately. As a consequence, his mom is making him look after his grandfather for the summer. The thing is, Gramps isn’t your average senior citizen: he’s a retired burglar with a lifetime of criminal knowledge. When a thief breaks into Gramps' apartment and steals a necklace with great sentimental value, the unlikely pair team up, combining old-school planning and modern tech to track down the necklace—and try to steal it back. This high-interest Orca Anchor title is written specifically for teens reading below a grade 2.0 level. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
One Last Shot
by Betty CayouetteFrom the creator of viral TikTok account Betty's Book List, a debut romance about a supermodel and a photographer with a past marriage pact who meet again ten years later on a photoshoot in Cinque Terre, Italy.From the moment Emerson and Theo met as teenagers, they were inseparable. But just when they finally expressed their feelings to one another, they were torn apart.Now, supermodel Emerson is nearing her twenty-eighth birthday, and she’s tired of looking for love in all the wrong places. When the calendar reminder for the marriage pact she and Theo made as teens goes off on her phone, she realizes this is it—her chance to rekindle the only romance that ever really made sense. Emerson convinces her grumpy agent to book her as the face of the fashion campaign that Theo, now a fashion photographer, is shooting. The good news: the campaign is being shot in ridiculously romantic Cinque Terre, Italy. The bad news? Theo might not be as happy to see her as she'd hoped.The two embark on a four-day campaign that tests not only their feelings, but their ability to keep their hands off one another. But as roadblock after roadblock keeps them apart, Emerson starts to wonder: will this photoshoot be the key to getting one last shot at love, or will it be a final goodbye?
One Last Stop
by Casey McQuistonFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue comes a new romantic comedy that will stop readers in their tracks... <P><P>For cynical twenty-three-year-old August, moving to New York City is supposed to prove her right: that things like magic and cinematic love stories don’t exist, and the only smart way to go through life is alone. She can’t imagine how waiting tables at a 24-hour pancake diner and moving in with too many weird roommates could possibly change that. And there’s certainly no chance of her subway commute being anything more than a daily trudge through boredom and electrical failures. <p><p>But then, there’s this gorgeous girl on the train. Jane. Dazzling, charming, mysterious, impossible Jane. Jane with her rough edges and swoopy hair and soft smile, showing up in a leather jacket to save August’s day when she needed it most. August’s subway crush becomes the best part of her day, but pretty soon, she discovers there’s one big problem: Jane doesn’t just look like an old school punk rocker. She’s literally displaced in time from the 1970s, and August is going to have to use everything she tried to leave in her own past to help her. Maybe it’s time to start believing in some things, after all. <p><p>Casey McQuiston’s One Last Stop is a magical, sexy, big-hearted romance where the impossible becomes possible as August does everything in her power to save the girl lost in time. <P><P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
One Last Summer
by Kate SpencerFrom the cohost of the award-winning Forever35 podcast comes a dreamy, laugh-out-loud summer romance that asks: What do you do when the life you've planned isn't what you've dreamed? Clara Millen&’s life is spiraling out of control: her dream job is a nightmare, she&’s resoundingly single, and it&’s been years since she&’s taken some time off. Thankfully, the last problem she can fix—this year she&’ll join her friends on their annual summer vacation to their beloved childhood sleepover camp for a much-needed escape. But when Clara arrives at Pine Lake Camp, she faces yet another unwelcome change: the owners are retiring and selling the property. The news turns her plans for revelry into a night of reminiscing . . . and prompts a surprise heart-to-heart between Clara and Mack, her old camp nemesis and constant competitor, who's still just as annoying (and annoyingly handsome). Soon the campfires aren't all that's throwing off sparks. And when one wildly passionate night turns into two (then too many to count!), Clara begins to wonder if she and Mack could have a future together. But when Clara's boss finally offers her everything she's worked so hard for, Clara will need to decide if the life she's always wanted is the life that makes her feel truly alive.
One Last Thing Before I Go
by Jonathan TropperFor fans of David Nicholls, a brilliantly funny and touching new novel from the bestselling author of HOW TO TALK TO A WIDOWER, selected for the Richard and Judy Book Club.Meet Silver. Forty-four, divorced and living alone. His once celebrated music career is now a faded memory and his ex-wife is about to marry another man. The only good thing in Silver's life is his Princeton-bound teenage daughter, Casey - and she would probably say the exact opposite about him. So in Silver's opinion, things could be going better ... a lot better.Then Casey drops a bombshell: she's pregnant. Yes, it was her first time, and, no, she hasn't told her mom. Silver knows things have got to change, and when he discovers he has a fatal heart condition that means he could drop dead at any minute, he decides it's time to make a list:1. Be a better father2. Be a better man3. Fall in love4. DieBut the question is, can Silver rebuild his life, regain the respect of his family, and be there for Casey when she needs him most, or has he left it all too late?
One Leg Too Few
by William CookOne Leg Too Few will feature an extensive range of fresh interviews, previously unpublished archive material and a wealth of information about the most creative (and explosive) double act that British comedy has ever produced.One Leg Too Few is a book about an extraordinary relationship: a friendship, a partnership - almost, at times, a marriage. Like a lot of marriages it ended badly, but for nearly 20 years, between the first date and the inevitable divorce, Peter Cook and Dudley Moore were the funniest thing on three continents.One Leg Too Few is the story of that relationship, and the comedy that came from it.
One Little Thing: A Magnolia Beach Novella
by Kimberly LangEven though her family moved away in disgrace after her father's affair, Sophie Cooper knows that her childhood home in Magnolia Beach is the right place to open her bed and breakfast on the water--especially if it means she can watch the handsome local walk his dog on the beach every morning... <P><P>Quinn Haslett's greatest regret has always been exposing the affair between Sophie Cooper's father and their high school physics teacher--not that she ever knew who spilled the beans. When he sees Sophie again, the guilt comes rushing back, but it doesn't stop him from wanting to see if the sparks flying between them could lead to something more. But with a such a big secret lying in wait, it's only a matter of time before their newly ignited relationship goes up in smoke... Includes an exclusive preview of the next Magnolia Beach novel, Everything at Last. Praise for Something to Prove "A heart-warming story about a bad girl returning to her small home town, finding romance, and discovering that you can go home again. Loved it!"--New York Times bestselling author Linda Howard
One Lucky Cat! (Step into Reading)
by Random HouseThis Step 2 Step into Reading levelled reader retells the story of Garfield—arriving in theaters May 24, 2024!Garfield comes to the big screen in an all-new animated film that features Chris Pratt as the voice of everyone&’s favorite lasagna-loving cat. This Step 2 Step into Reading levelled reader is sure to thrill children ages 4 to 6.Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
One Lucky Christmas
by Regina BrownellCan a blind date finally lead to true love? Bookshop owner Kasey wishes her mother could accept her for who she is and would stop trying to run her life. Kasey has already gone on a string of blind dates—with everyone from an underwear model to a guy whose greatest talent was burping the alphabet. As Christmas draws closer, she finds herself on another date expecting yet another disaster. But Tobias takes her by surprise and Kasey finally believes she might have hit the jackpot. Could he be the one? And will she get the Christmas she&’s always dreamed of, or will it all come crashing down? &“A lovely feel-good Christmas read to curl up on the sofa and enjoy!&” —Amazon review, five stars &“Just loved everything about this book and can't fault it in any way at all.&” —Amazon review, five stars &“My favourite Christmas read.&” —Amazon reviewer, five stars