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Smokescreen Marriage
by Sara CravenKate's marriage to Michalis Theodakis is in the past—in all but name. She knows he married her only to cover up his affair with his mistress, so how dare he expect her to play the dutiful wife? And now Michalis wants to escort her to his sister's wedding!Kate has no intention of returning to Greece—until Michalis blackmails her: if she'll attend the wedding, he'll set her free.Only, Kate soon finds she doesn't want to be free of Michalis, or the intense sensuality between them. If they still burn for each other's touch, can their marriage really be a sham?
Smokin' Seventeen: A Stephanie Plum Novel (Stephanie Plum #17)
by Janet Evanovich<p><p>Where there’s smoke there’s fire, and no one knows this better than New Jersey bounty hunter Stephanie Plum. <p><p>Dead bodies are showing up in shallow graves on the empty construction lot of Vincent Plum Bail Bonds. No one is sure who the killer is, or why the victims have been offed, but what is clear is that Stephanie’s name is on the killer’s list. <p><p>Short on time to find evidence proving the killer’s identity, Stephanie faces further complications when her family and friends decide that it’s time for her to choose between her longtime off-again-on-again boyfriend, Trenton cop Joe Morelli, and the bad boy in her life, security expert Ranger. Stephanie’s mom is encouraging Stephanie to dump them both and choose a former high school football star who’s just returned to town. Stephanie’s sidekick, Lula, is encouraging Stephanie to have a red-hot boudoir “bake-off.” And Grandma Bella, Morelli’s old-world grandmother, is encouraging Stephanie to move to a new state when she puts “the eye” on Stephanie. <p><p>With a cold-blooded killer after her, a handful of hot men, and a capture list that includes a dancing bear and a senior citizen vampire, Stephanie’s life looks like it’s about to go up in smoke.
Smooth Criminals (Smooth Criminals #1)
by Kiwi Smith Kurt Lustgarten Leisha Riddel Brittany PeerThere are certain things Brenda expects to find while hacking: money, secrets, occasional pictures of cats. She is NOT expecting to find a cryogenically frozen master thief from the 60s. Mia is everything Brenda is not—cool, confident, beautiful. And utterly unprepared for the digital age. Despite their differences, the two will need to team up to find out what happened to Mia—and how to pull off the heist of the century. Kiwi Smith and Kurt Lustgarten (Misfit City) team with breakout artist Leisha-Marie Riddel (Goldie Vance) in a story about felonies and friendship.
Smooth Criminals #2 (Smooth Criminals #2)
by Kiwi Smith Kurt Lustgarten Leisha Riddel Brittany PeerWhen Brenda, hacker extraordinaire, accidently awakens an international jewel thief from the 1969s, she wasn’t expecting to get a new friend. And she might have been right. What she found instead is something better—a partner in crime. And Mia already has a target in mind.
Smooth Criminals #3 (Smooth Criminals #3)
by Kiwi Smith Kurt Lustgarten Leisha Riddel Brittany PeerWith their heist all planned out and the clock counting down, Mia and Brenda are ready to case the place and make their move. Sneaking into the exhibit hall should be cake, but going unnoticed? To pull that off, they’ll both have to shape up and work on playing their part: with Mia trying to pass herself off as a modern 1990s woman, and Brenda as a high-society dame!
Smooth Criminals #4 (Smooth Criminals #4)
by Kiwi Smith Kurt LustgartenBrenda and Mia are prepping for the heist of the century, but the pressure of getting all of their moving pieces in place is putting a strain on their friendship, and rifts are forming in the team! When someone from Mia’s past shows up unexpectedly, the question becomes, will they help...or hinder?
Smooth Criminals #5 (Smooth Criminals #5)
by Kiwi Smith Kurt LustgartenIt’s time to get down to heisting, as the big score gets closer and closer...and on their tail, a female FBI agent who might or might not have ties to one of the girls’ pasts!
Smooth Criminals #6 (Smooth Criminals #6)
by Kiwi Smith Kurt LustgartenIt’s heist time! A hacker, a thief, and enemies around every turn. What could possibly go wrong?
Smooth Criminals #7 (Smooth Criminals #7)
by Kurt Lustgarten Kiwi Smith Amy RoyBrenda and Mia, having pulled off the ultimate heist but lost the prize, are pulled back in for one more round in the fight for the Net of Indra! It’s all or nothing as they take on Mia’s arch-nemesis from the 1960s: the nefarious, notorious, ignominious Hatch Leonard.
Smooth Criminals #8 (Smooth Criminals #8)
by Kiwi Smith Kurt LustgartenNow that Mia’s old enemy is hot on their trail, Mia and Brenda go into hiding. There’s only one problem...Mia’s mom has escaped from prison, and she’s determined to find her daughter!
Smooth Criminals Vol. 1 (Smooth Criminals)
by Kiwi Smith Kurt LustgartenWhen Brenda, geeky hacker extraordinaire, accidentally awakened Mia, an international jewel thief frozen in the 1960s, she wasn’t sure what to expect...but it surely wasn’t a new partner in crime! With their powers combined, they decide to pull off the heist of the century and with fifty years of catching up to do, Mia already has a target in mind. Writers Kirsten ‘Kiwi’ Smith (Legally Blonde) and Kurt Lustgarten (Misfit City) and illustrator Leisha Riddel swing into action and steal the show with this daring and hilarious caper of time-melding suspense.
S'more to Lose (The\campfire Ser. #2)
by Beth MerlinIf you love Sophie Kinsella and Emily Giffin, you'll love this heartwarming sequel to One S'more Summer from a fresh voice in contemporary chick-lit that offers a lighthearted and fun take on life, love, and how to move forward without looking back. Four years after her life-changing summer at Camp Chinooka, Gigi Goldstein has a second chance at her dream career. As her design house takes the fashion world by storm, it attracts the notice of Victoria Ellicott, the fashionable British socialite who just happens to be engaged to the future king of England. When Gigi is chosen to design the royal wedding dress, she’s forced to confront her ex-fiancé, Perry Gillman, now a successful composer with a hit show on the West End of London.When Gigi learns Perry’s been dating Victoria’s sister—who rivals her in looks, style and sophistication—Gigi can't help but feel inadequate. Her world crumbles as she develops a creative block so debilitating she fears a wedding dress of royal proportions is never going to happen. Not even her budding relationship with the handsome and wealthy Viscount of Satterley can make her forget Perry. While the world gears up for the wedding of the century, Gigi is on the brink of buckling under the immense pressure of the uncertainties of her future and the failures of her past.Can Gigi overcome her creative paralysis and design the dress of Victoria's dreams? Or will everything slip through her fingers now that she has even s'more to lose? The Campfire Series 1. One S'more Summer 2. S'more to Lose--Coming December 2017!
S'Mother: The Story of a Man, His Mom, and the Thousands of Altogether Insane Letters She's Mailed Him
by Adam ChesterAnd you think your mom is too involved? Meet the mother of all mothers in this “hilarious” memoir (North Shore News). Adam Chester is the son of a very loving mom, who for almost thirty years has peppered his life with unsolicited advice, news updates, and opinions in the form of thousands of inappropriate, embarrassing, and utterly crazy letters. Here, he presents a selection of her correspondence showing the pathological extremes maternal instincts can take. Why is a grown woman so frantic that her adult son screw on his windows to keep out killer bees? Is Adam at imminent risk of frostbite should he ever decide to visit San Francisco? And are adult trick-or-treaters really that much of a threat? With time, perspective, and plenty of therapy, Adam acknowledges and accepts the comedy of it all—and in this book he shares his story of an unforgettable mom who gives “overprotective” a whole new meaning.
sMothering
by Wendy FrenchFirst there was Bridget Jones. Then came the Nannies. Now meet Claire McLeod, a twenty-something American girl living in Portland, Oregon. Claire's got big problems: her mother's a tyrant, her sister's a lesbian, her father's in Omaha. Claire's peaceful, if dull, existence is shattered when her mother arrives in Portland for an unexpected—and unwelcome—visit. Armed with a sharp tongue, a critical eye, and enough Weekender Wear to make anyone nervous, Mom has mysteriously left Dad at home in the Midwest. It's not enough that Claire's job as a telephone survey-taker is excruciatingly irritating, and her boyfriend has dumped her. No, now, embarrassed by her dead-end job and flat-lining love life, she must also bear the weight of Mom's critical eagle eye while trying to close the rift between her mother and her sister, solve the riddle of her missing father, climb a shaky corporate ladder, stalk a cute coworker, reinvent herself, and maybe—just maybe—find a little happiness. By turns tender and insightful—but always hilariously funny—sMothering is a novel you can't put down.
The Smugglers' Secret: Book 5 (Something Wickedly Weird #5)
by Chris MouldStanley Buggles holds the key to the smugglers' map.But does he dare to uncover its ancient secrets? What will happen if he ventures down into the treacherous tunnels?And who is following behind...?Originally published under the title 'The Smugglers' Mine'.
The Smurfs 2 Movie Novelization
by Stacia DeutschExperience the action-packed adventure of The Smurfs 2 in this retelling of the new film. Includes plenty of of images from the movie! It's SMURFTASTIC! The second Smurfs movie releases July 31, 2013!The evil wizard Gargamel is up to no good again in this electrifying sequel to The Smurfs. To enhance his magical powers, Gargamel seeks to harness the all-powerful, magical Smurf essence by creating a group of mischievous Smurf-like creatures called the Naughties. But when he discovers that only a secret spell that Smurfette knows can turn the Naughties into real Smurfs, Gargamel kidnaps Smurfette and imprisons her in the city of Paris. To save their beloved Smurfette, Papa and the Smurfs return to our world and reunite with Patrick and Grace Winslow, joined in their new adventure by Patrick's stepfather, Vic. Will Papa and the gang save Smurfette before Gargamel can learn the secret spell and take over the world? Find out in this retelling of The Smurfs 2! SMURFSTM & © Peyo 2013 Licensed through Lafig Belgium/IMPS. The Smurfs 2, the Movie © 2013 Sony Pictures Animation Inc. and Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Smurfs: How Much Farther, Papa Smurf? (Smurfs)
by Robb PearlmanJoin the Smurfs, small blue creatures with big personalities, as they journey to see the Blue Moon! This picture book is great to introduce new and old fans to the iconic Smurfs and their adventures, and is perfect for Father’s Day or any day! Papa Smurf is excited to lead everyone on an unforgettable trip to see the rare, beautiful Blue Moon! His map will take them up the mountain above the clouds for a great view. Everyone is having a blast and enjoying all the little detours—except Brainy. Brainy just wants to stay on the path and get there already! He can’t stop himself from asking an age-old question: How much farther, Papa Smurf? From #1 New York Times bestselling duo Robb Pearlman and Melanie Demmer (The Office and Parks and Rec), this funny, poignant story explores the value of patience and savoring ordinary, unexpected moments that become our favorite memories. A whole new generation is falling in love with the Smurfs through their hit show on Nickelodeon, and How Much Farther, Papa Smurf? is a perfect book for these new fans and their families.
Smurfs The Lost Village Movie Novelization
by Stacia DeutschThe Smurfs go on an all-new adventure in this action-packed retelling of Sony Picture’s Animation’s film, Smurfs: The Lost Village! Smurfs: The Lost Village is an all-new, fully computer animated movie—starring the voices of Demi Lovato as Smurfette, Rainn Wilson as Gargamel, Mandy Patinkin as Papa Smurf, Jack McBrayer as Clumsy, Danny Pudi as Brainy, and Joe Manganiello as Hefty—that hits theaters April 7, 2017!It seems to Smurfette that everyone else in the Village has a purpose—Papa Smurf leads, Baker Smurf bakes, and Grouchy grouches—except for her. So what’s the only girl Smurf in the village to do? Go in search of her purpose, of course! When she accidentally crosses paths with a mysterious creature that takes off into the Forbidden Forest, she follows, and the adventure begins! Smurfette is joined by Hefty, Brainy, and Clumsy, and together they form Team Smurf. With the evil wizard Gargamel shadowing their every step, they embark on a wild journey full of action and discovery, and set off on a course that leads to the biggest mystery in Smurf history!
Smurfs: Meet the Smurfs (I Can Read Level 1)
by PeyoIt’s time to meet all the neighbors in Smurf Village! In this Level One I Can Read book, meet the iconic, charming little blue characters with big personalities. Featuring artwork from the all-new Nickelodeon animated series! Who are the Smurfs and where do they live? What do they look like and what makes Clumsy different from Hefty and Brainy? Discover the ins and outs of the Smurfs cast. From Papa Smurf to Smurfette to the wicked Gargamel and his feline sidekick, find out what makes each Smurf smurftastic in their own way!This introduction is perfect for fans of the ongoing Nickelodeon animated show as well as parents who wish to share the Smurfs with beginning readers.Meet the Smurfs is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.
Smurfs: The Scariest Smurf (Smurfs)
by PeyoJoin the Smurfs for a spooky Halloween adventure! Halloween is Scaredy Smurf's least favorite day of the year, and this year, it's extra scary with a monster on the loose. The Scariest Smurf comes with special Halloween stickers and a fold-out removable poster, and is a great Halloween gift for fans of the animated Nickelodeon show!It's Halloween and while most Smurfs are excited for treats and the costume party, Scaredy is extra anxious. There are so many things to be afraid of, like zombies, ghosts, and skeletons. Throw Papa Smurf's potion into the mix, and there's a real monster on the loose! How will Scaredy get through the night?
Snack Attack!
by Terry BorderFrom the creator of the popular world of Peanut Butter & Cupcake! comes a wry and witty story in which no snack is safe from the monster that is the Kid. Perfect for fans of Creepy Carrots and A Creepy Pair of Underwear.They had been warned of the dangers that lurked outside of their packages, but they didn't care. These three snacks were on a mission to have some fun, and no Monster Kids could stop them. The world of the kitchen belonged to Cookie, Pretzel, and Cheese Doodle--or so they thought.But when the three treats find a chilling note from Mom, they know it's time to come up with a plan to save themselves from the horrifying threat of the Kid. What should a smart Cookie and her friends do?Terry Border creates a brand-new, deliciously eerie masterpiece in which the kitchen tables are turned, and after-school snacks become the heroes of a sweet and salty story of survival.Praise for Snack Attack:"This comedic horror-lite story about snacks is just delectable, and offers an avenue of connection between the generations." --SLJ"Satisfyingly silly." --Kirkus Reviews
SNAFU: The Definitive Guide to History's Greatest Screwups
by Ed HelmsFrom actor, comedian, writer, and host of the hit history podcast SNAFU, Ed Helms brings you an absurdly entertaining look at history&’s biggest blunders, complete with lively illustrations. History contains a plethora of insane screwups—otherwise known as SNAFUs. Coined during World War I, SNAFU is an acronym that stands for Situation Normal: All F*cked Up. In other words, &“things are pretty screwed up, but aren&’t they always?&” Spanning from the 1950&’s to the 2000&’s, Ed Helms steps in as unofficial history teacher for a deep dive into each decade&’s craziest SNAFUs. From planting nukes on the moon to training felines as CIA spies to weaponizing the weather, this book will unpack the incredibly ironic decision-making and hilariously terrifying aftermath of America&’s biggest mishaps. Filled with sharp humor, SNAFU is a wild ride through time that not only entertains but offers fresh insights that just might prevent history from repeating itself again and again.
SNAFU Situation Normal All F***ed Up
by Gordon RottmanA follow-up to 2007's highly successful FUBAR: Soldier Slang of World War II, SNAFU covers the slang of sailors and airmen, as well as soldiers. Military life has always been ruled by its own language, specific sets of terms and phrases that separate the serving man or woman from their civilian counterpart. There is the official version of ranks and acronyms, and the more unofficial, colloquial language of the barrack room and battlefield - both are covered in this humourous look at soldier slang. World War II saw vast numbers of young men and women pass through the ranks of the various armies involved, and they inherited and developed a vocabulary in response to their unique situations - many of whose words and phrases have passed into the common vernacular and are still in use right up to the present day. SNAFU explores the language and slang of the major combatant powers, delving into their origins and explaining their uses, all illustrated with contemporary cartoons and other images showing the phrases in use. Detailed sections are included for each of the major combatants of World War II, and additional appendices detail the nicknames given to the major surface vessels and aircraft types of the war.
Snail and Worm All Day: Three Stories About Two Friends (Snail and Worm)
by Tina Kügler"All day, every day, is a good time for reading about Snail and Worm. Run (faster than Snail ever could) to get a copy of this winning early reader." —Kirkus (starred review)Snail and Worm go on three silly adventures in this early reader chock full of heartfelt humor and irresistible illustrations. By Geisel Honor winner Tina Kügler.Snail and Worm are back at it and sure to have readers giggling from dawn ’til dusk (wait—do snails and worms sleep?) in Snail and Worm All Day, complete with heartfelt humor and Tina Kügler’s irresistible illustrations.Brimming with laugh-out-loud jokes, these three new stories are sweet celebrations of cooperation and discovery.
Snail & Worm: Three Stories About Two Friends
by Tina KüglerThe first book in the Geisel Honor–winning series featuring an unlikely pair of friends &“delivers a steady stream of laughs&” for young readers (Publishers Weekly). Told in three comical, episodic shorts and ranging in topic from adventuring to having pets, Snail and Worm will have readers laughing at the friends&’ silly antics, making it a perfect book for readers transitioning between picture books and chapter books. This beloved duo returns in Snail and Worm Again, Tina Kügler&’s Geisel Honor–winning companion to Snail and Worm, and complete their hat trick (wait, do worms wear hats?) in Snail and Worm All Day.