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Silent Night
by Jack Sheffield1984 - and it's an important time for the children of Ragley-on-the Forest school... Their school choir is to sing a carol in a church in York, and is actually going to be on television! Helping to keep his excited children, not to mention their parents, under control during these momentous events taxes Jack and his staff to the limit.And at the same time, Jack has his own problems to deal with...
The Silent Second: A Chuck Restic Mystery (The Chuck Restic Mysteries #1)
by Adam Walker PhillipsA frustrated corporate admin starts a side gig as a PI in this debut mystery—“Think Monk meets Moonlighting, with a whole bunch of The Office tossed in” (M. William Phelps). Chuck Restic has achieved the American dream: a successful career with a large corporation, his own home, a great health insurance and retirement package. But after 20 years in Human Resources he sees very little value in what he does all day . . . until he embarks on a mission to find a missing employee. Soon, Chuck finds himself moonlighting as a private detective—and feeling alive again. While balancing the inane demands of his office, he begins to unravel a web of murder and crooked real estate deals. And while his HR skills are surprisingly useful in detective work, Chuck just hopes to solve the mystery without getting himself terminated. “Full of humor, outrage, and suspense. Adam Phillips’s book is everything a thriller should be.” —Phoef Sutton, New York Times bestselling author of Heart Attack and Vine “Phillips’ prose overall is smart and supple, with a humorous bent.” —Booklist “[An] absorbing first novel.” —Publishers Weekly “One of the most engaging and refreshing novels to hit the market this season . . . Like me, you’ll laugh your ass off while immersed in the mystery.” —M. William Phelps, New York Times bestselling author of Dangerous Ground: My Friendship with a Serial Killer
The Silentiary
by Antonio Di BenedettoIn post-WWII South America, a struggling writer embarks on a murderous thought experiment to help kickstart his career in this next tale of longing from the author of Zama. The Silentiary takes place in a nameless Latin American city during the early 1950s. A young man employed in middle management entertains an ambition to write a book of some sort. But first he must establish the necessary precondition, which the crowded and noisily industrialized city always denies him, however often he and his mother and wife move in search of it. He thinks of embarking on his writing career with something simple, a detective novel, and ponders the possibility of choos- ing a victim among the people he knows and planning a crime as if he himself were the killer. That way, he hopes, his book might finally begin to take shape.The Silentiary, along with Zama and The Suicides, is one of the three thematically linked novels by Di Benedetto that have come to be known as the Trilogy of Expectation, after the dedication &“To the victims of expectation&” in Zama. Together they constitute, in Juan José Saer&’s words, &“one of the culminating moments of twentieth-century narrative fiction in Spanish.&”
The Silliest Joke Book Ever
by AnonymousA hilariously funny book containing hundreds of jokes on every subject under the sun, as well as the favourite jokes of famous celebrities.All royalties will be going to the Jeans for Genes Appeal in association with Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital. The appeal funds research into genetic disorders in children. A Jeans for Genes Day is held every year when people are invited to wear their jeans for a £1 donation.
The Silliest Stories Out of Bustleburg
by Jimmy MisfitThe Simpsons’ Springfield may be horrible, but here’s an invitation to explore a far more dreadful community.Welcome to Bustleburg, a dying American metropolis where the mayor has stolen the last eleven elections and polluting vampire industrialists hope to blot out the sun.The local televangelist takes credit for hurricanes through his prayer attacks, a media giant that never tells the truth just bought the TV station, and with the fire department on strike, blazes are everywhere.Prominent citizens of Bustleburg include mafia don Boss Vostic, who buries his victims in the only part of town where trees are legal, ditzy social climber Mauve Mertz whose fashion fiasco might get her exiled, and Queen Zina, the mystical wife of the mayor and possibly the source of all the city’s woes.You’ll never enjoy misery so much as your visit to Bustleburg.
Silli's Sheep
by Tiffany Stone Louis ThomasFor fans of Sophie's Squash and other super-silly picture books, here is the endearing story of a man named Silli who tries to tame the wind in ridiculous ways.Silli lives in the middle of a meadow, in the open air. One morning, a gust of wind pays a visit--brrrr! What if the wind comes to stay? If only Silli could find some sheep, he'd have wool to knit a sweater to keep him warm. Luckily, he spots five large "sheep" up on a hill--perfect! It's just too bad they're resistant to herding and their wool is incredibly hard. But when Silli leans against them, they block the wind and keep him warm. . . . Perhaps he can build a shelter made of sheep? And so he resourcefully arranges his sturdy sheep (which are actually sheep-shaped rocks) into a little hut, and is finally warm and dry. This charming story--crafted in the tradition of folkloric characters who are well-meaning, likeable, and also a bit ridiculous--is sure to have a ton of kid appeal.
Silly Cats: A Ridiculous Collection of the World's Goofiest Cats and Most Relatable Memes
by Summersdale PublishersCats are packed with purrsonality, and this book celebrates exactly that. From funny faces to bizarre body positions, silly scenarios to ridiculous reactions, this collection of cat photos will entertain feline fanatics and animal whisperers alike.
Silly Dogs: A Ridiculous Collection of the World's Goofiest Dogs and Most Relatable Memes
by Summersdale PublishersIn honour of man's best friend, this collection of silly dogs, funny captions and relatable memes will brighten your day better than any belly rub. From goofy faces to peculiar body positions, this selection of dog photos will entertain dog parents, pet people and canine lovers alike.
Silly Jokes About Animals (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlGet ready to laugh from the farm to the pet store with these silly animal jokes! Hilarious images combined with laugh-out-loud jokes will have young readers clamoring for more.
Silly Jokes About Bugs (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlGet ready to laugh from the ant farm to the beehive with these silly bug jokes! Laugh-out-loud jokes are paired with hilarious photos to keep young readers turning the pages.
Silly Jokes About Food (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlGet ready to laugh from the grocery store to the kitchen with these silly food jokes! Hilarious images add to fun in this laugh-out-loud collection of jokes all about food.
Silly Jokes About Monsters (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlGet ready to laugh about monsters! These monster jokes will have you telling them again and again; even if you’re scared silly! Funny photos combined with hilarious jokes will have young readers laughing out loud.
Silly Jokes About School (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlGet ready to laugh from the cafeteria to the playground with these silly jokes about school! Featuring hilarious images; this collection of school jokes will have young readers laughing out loud.
Silly Knock-Knock Jokes (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlKnock knock! Who’s there? A book full of knock-knock jokes! Fun and humorous images combined with the best knock-knock jokes around will have young readers laughing out loud.
Silly Sally
by Audrey Wood"Silly Sally went to town, walking backwards, upside down." And that's just the beginning... Come along with silly Sally and her silly companions as they parade into town in a most unusual way.
Silo and the Rebel Raiders
by Veronica PeytonA beautifully written and timeless fantasy adventure, perfect for fans of Terry Pratchett and Philip Reeve. Ten-year-old Silo Zyco doesn't know much about his relatives -- his father was a mysterious stranger, and the rest of the Zycos were killed in a disaster involving a terrible wave and lots of mud. All he has inherited is a family reputation for thieving, and webbed feet. But Silo, last of the Zycos, does have one thing that others envy. He can see things. Things that will happen in the future. And the people in the Capitol are looking to recruit children just like him to save them from dangers as yet unknown. It could be a glorious future, free from Mud Island and horrible eel suppers. But in Silo's visions, the future is looking very perilous indeed.
Silver Bells: Silver Bells On A Snowy Christmas The Perfect Holiday
by Debbie MacomberGet into the Christmas spirit with this fan favorite classic romance novella from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. It isn’t easy for Phillip Lark to single-handedly raise his rambunctious teenage daughter. And now she’s hatched a plot to find her father a wife. Lovely Carrie Weston seems to fit the bill. Phillip claims he’s not interested in remarriage, but could the magic of the holiday season—and Carrie’s charms—help him change his mind?Originally published in 1996
The Silver Bone: The Kyiv Mysteries (The Kyiv Mysteries #1)
by Andrey KurkovThe first in a new series of historical mysteries set amid the chaos of the Russian Revolution. By the author of Death and the Penguin and Grey BeesKyiv, 1919. The Soviets control the city, but White armies menace them from the West. No man trusts his neighbour and any spark of resistance may ignite into open rebellion.When Samson Kolechko's father is murdered, his last act is to save his son from a falling Cossack sabre. Deprived of his right ear instead of his head, Samson is left an orphan, with only his father's collection of abacuses for company.Until, that is, his flat is requisitioned by two Red Army soldiers, whose secret plans Samson is somehow able to overhear with uncanny clarity. Eager to thwart them, he stumbles into a world of murder and intrigue that will either be the making of him - or finish what the Cossack started.Translated from the Russian by Boris Dralyuk(P)2024 Quercus Editions Limited
The Silver Bone: The Kyiv Mysteries (The Kyiv Mysteries #1)
by Andrey KurkovKyiv, 1919. The Soviets control the city, but White armies menace them from the West. No man trusts his neighbour and any spark of resistance may ignite into open rebellion.When Samson Kolechko's father is murdered, his last act is to save his son from a falling Cossack sabre. Deprived of his right ear instead of his head, Samson is left an orphan, with only his father's collection of abacuses for company.Until, that is, his flat is requisitioned by two Red Army soldiers, whose secret plans Samson is somehow able to overhear with uncanny clarity. Eager to thwart them, he stumbles into a world of murder and intrigue that will either be the making of him - or finish what the Cossack started.Inflected with Kurkov's signature humour and magical realism, The Silver Bone takes inspiration from the real life archives of crime enforcement agencies in Kyiv, crafting a propulsive narrative that bursts to life with rich historical detail.Translated from the Russian by Boris Dralyuk
Silver Fruit upon Silver Trees (The\anne Mather Collection)
by Anne MatherIt would be easy, Eve told Sophie.All she had to do was to go to Trinidad and pretend to be the granddaughter of the wealthy Brandt St. Vincente for four weeks and the money she needed would be hers.But when Sophie met the disturbing Edge St. Vincente, who thought she was his niece, and fell in love with him, she realized that perhaps it wasn't going to be that simple after all....
The Silver Linings Playbook
by Matthew QuickA heartwarming debut novel, now a major movie by David O. Russell "Aawww shucks!" NPR's Nancy Pearl said. "I know that's hardly a usual way to begin a book review, but it was my immediate response to finishing Matthew Quick's heartwarming, humorous and soul-satisfying first novel . . . This book makes me smile. " Meet Pat Peoples. Pat has a theory: his life is a movie produced by God. And his God-given mission is to become physically fit and emotionally literate, whereupon God will ensure him a happy ending - the return of his estranged wife, Nikki. (It might not come as a surprise to learn that Pat has spent several years in a mental health facility.) The problem is, Pat's now home, and everything feels off. No one will talk to him about Nikki; his beloved Philadelphia Eagles keep losing;he's being pursued by the deeply odd Tiffany; his new therapist seems to recommend adultery as a form of therapy. Plus, he's being haunted by Kenny G! David O. Russell, the Oscar-nominated director of The Fighter, is helming his own adaptation of The Silver Linings Playbook. Due in theaters this Thanksgiving, the movie features Bradley Cooper ( People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive) in the role of Pat, alongside Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro, Julia Stiles, Chris Tucker, and Jacki Weaver. As the award-winning novelist Justin Cronin put it: "Tender, soulful, hilarious, and true, The Silver Linings Playbook is a wonderful debut. "
Silver Queendom
by Dan KoboldtWhen you owe money to the biggest criminal in town you are going to need to step up your thieving game a notch…--- Service at the Red Rooster Inn isn&’t what you&’d call "good," or even "adequate." Darin would be the first to say so, and he owns the place. Evie isn&’t much of a barmaid; Kat&’s home-brewed ale seems to grow less palatable with each new batch; and Seraphina&’s service at the bar leaves much to be desired. As for the bouncer, Big Tom, well, everyone learns right quick to stay on his good side. They may be bad at running an inn, but they&’re the best team of con artists in the Old Queendom. When a prospective client approaches Darin with a high-paying job, he knows he should refuse. But the job is boosting a shipment of priceless imperial dream wine, the most coveted and expensive drink in the world. And, thanks to a stretch of bad luck, he's in deep to The Dame, who oversees criminal enterprises in this part of the Queendom. If they fail, they&’re as good as dead, but if they succeed… well, it&’s enough money to get square with the Dame and make all of their dreams come true. Plus, it's an option for Darin to stick it to the empress, who he has good reason to despise. Then again, there&’s a very good reason no one has ever stolen imperial dream wine...
Silver Screen Fiend: Learning About Life from an Addiction to Film
by Patton OswaltThe instant New York Times bestseller from author, comedian and actor Patton Oswalt, a “heartfelt and hilarious” (USA TODAY) memoir about coming of age as a performer during the late 1990s while obsessively watching classic films at a legendary theater in Los Angeles. “[Oswalt has] a set of synapses like a pinball machine and a prose style to match” (The New York Times).Between 1995 and 1999, Patton Oswalt lived with an unshakable addiction. It wasn’t drugs, alcohol, or sex: it was film. After moving to Los Angeles, Oswalt became a huge film buff (or as he calls it, a sprocket fiend), absorbing classics, cult hits, and new releases at the famous New Beverly Cinema. Silver screen celluloid became Patton’s life schoolbook, informing his notion of acting, writing, comedy, and relationships. Set in the nascent days of LA’s alternative comedy scene, Silver Screen Fiend chronicles Oswalt’s journey from fledgling stand-up comedian to self-assured sitcom actor, with the colorful New Beverly collective and a cast of now-notable young comedians supporting him all along the way. “Clever and readable...Oswalt’s encyclopedic knowledge and frothing enthusiasm for films (from sleek noir classics, to gory B movies, to cliché-riddled independents, to big empty blockbusters) is relentlessly present, whirring in the background like a projector” (The Boston Globe). More than a memoir, this is “a love song to the silver screen” (Paste Magazine).
Silver Screen Romance
by AlTonya WashingtonWhen business becomes pleasure Although they've never met, Davia Sands knows all about Kale Asante's reputation for doing whatever it takes to close a deal. Now a mysterious inheritance is about to turn the longtime business rivals into reluctant partners. The only thing more combustible than their fiercely competitive spirits is the sizzling attraction that ignites the minute Davia lays eyes on the irresistible industrialist. Snapping up unique properties has made Kale a superstar in the world of international development. But he's driven by a sense of fairness when he and Davia discover that only one of them is the rightful owner of the Iowa movie theater they both covet. As they search for answers in the small town's quaint past, severe wintry conditions trap Kale and Davia in close quarters. Will giving in to their big-screen fantasies lead to real heartbreak? Or culminate in a lifetime of pleasure?
The Silver Spurs of Oz: A Graphic Novel (Far Out Classic Stories)
by Erica SchultzBraving the dusty trails of the Wild West, cowgirl Dorothy and her horse, Toto, are riding to see the wonderful Wiz Kid of Oz! The legendary entertainer is auditioning new acts for his Emerald Circus, and Dorothy and her friends Tinny, Crow, and Leo, hope they can impress him with their talents. But when Dorothy's lucky silver spurs are stolen by a wicked rival, will Dorothy be able to believe in her own grit and still perform her best? With Far Out Classic Stories, experience The Wonderful Wizard of Oz like never before in this twisted graphic novel retelling for kids.