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The Little Black Book of Red Tape: Great British Bureaucracy
by Ian VinceA compendium of insane British BureaucracyEveryone has a call-centre story or some nightmare encounter at the hands of 'customer services' to relate. The Little Black Book of Red Tape is a kind of compendium of such stories, a sort of almanac of the bullshit of the modern world, and a catalogue of individual heroic battles against the corporate state.It features the Derby householder who is selling off minute plots of his back garden to well wishers around the world for £1 each to prevent the council putting a bypass through it; the Shropshire bus service that doesn't stop as 'stopping disrupts the timetable'; and the hospital recently fined £2.5 million for using 'spare capacity' to treat patients quickly.
The Little Book of Abuelita Wisdom: For When You Need a Bit of Guidance from Abuela
by Raven Ishak¡Oye! Listen to your abuelita, por favor. This sweet and cheeky guide, in abuela's signature voice, with Spanish peppered throughout, is filled with abuelita wisdom, including sayings, tips, and tricks on cleaning, cooking, friendships, self-love, and more. How many times have we heard from our abuelas, &“Ponte un suéter que tendrás frio&” or &“Al que madruga, Dios ayuda&” or &“¿Y para cuando los nietos?&” Sometimes, we just need the advice of our wise abuelitas. This book—which contains a collection of traditional and classic tips, messages, sayings, and instructions—brings together advice from abuelas all over. Keep your home clean, learn abuela essentials on hygiene, revisit nostalgic recipes, and learn how to maintain relationships with others and yourself. Just like abuela, this book comes in a bright, colorful, cute little package, with gorgeous full-colored illustrations. With Spanish peppered throughout, this book is as close to abuela as can be. And just like abuela, this book can get a bit cheeky—so watch out for things that will make you grab your forehead and say: ¡Ay abuela! Whether our abuelas live two houses away, thousands of miles away, or are no longer with us, we can carry on their wisdom with this little book. No matter your heritage or cultural background, this mighty book is for anyone who wants, has, or has had an abuelita-figure in their life.
The Little Book of Adulting: Your Guide to Living Like a Real Grown-Up
by Quentin ParkerDo you have a feeling of distant, creeping dread that everyone knows what they’re doing and you don’t? This handy how-to guide has all the tips, tricks and diagrams to let you into the secrets of adulthood, whether it’s finding the time to eat more than two vegetables a day, knowing how to fix a tear in your fave shirt or saving enough money to go on holiday without starving to death first. An essential introduction to surviving in the big, wild world, this book will help you put the ‘fun’ into ‘functioning adult’.
The Little Book of Axolotl Wisdom: Live Your Life Like the World's Weirdest, Cutest Salamander
by Jessica AllenA Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.
The Little Book of Beards: Grooming Tips, Style Advice and Fascinating Facts for Those with a Fondness for Facial Hair
by Rufus CavendishStart grooming your Gandalf and break out your Blessed; the beard is back. This impeccably turned-out little guide on the world's most famous facial embellishments will teach you how to groom, craft, style and quote your way to beard greatness.
The Little Book of Big Excuses: More Strategies and Techniques for Faking It (Humour Ser.)
by Addie JohnsonThis indispensable reference guide offers hundreds of excuses for thousands of situations—from missed birthdays to unpaid parking tickets and more!Nobody ever said being an adult was easy. But it's definitely easier with hundreds of excuses for things you did, didn't do, or simply never want to hear about again. The Little Book of Big Excuses is your guide to saving face, avoiding blame, and getting out of almost any unpleasant situation. In &“Fake, Don't Flake" you&’ll learn how to successfully show up late—or not at all—to any number of places for any number of reasons. "Excusez-Moi, si'l vous plait" tells you just the right words to say if you're caught wearing a halter top to a black tie event. Or forget your boss's spouse's name (again). Or don't want to pick up the tab. The French have a word for everything. And you&’ll always have an excuse for not calling, IMing, or emailing with the bonus chapter: &“Delivery Subsystem Failure—Mailboxes, Messages, Missives Gone Awry, Oh My!&”.
The Little Book of Brexit Bollocks
by Alistair Beaton Tom Mitchelson'Truly brilliant' - Matthew Parris, Times columnist If any event in recent British history has spawned more bollocks than Brexit, it is hard to remember when. Now, in a successor volume to the perennial bestsellers The Little Book of Complete Bollocks and The Little Book of Management Bollocks, comes the definitive and hilarious insight into what politicians really mean when they talk about Brexit. We know all the phrases - 'Orderly Departure', 'Crashing Out', 'Remoaners' and many more - but in The Little Book of Brexit Bollocks all is finally made crystal clear by authors Alistair Beaton and Tom Mitchelson. They reveal which notorious politician devised the term 'Ever Closer Union', and what he was actually talking about; one daily newspaper branded three High Court judges 'Enemies of the People', but this book reveals who the true enemies are. So whether you believe Nigel Farage is a national hero or a national embarrassment, this book will finally bring some cheer and relief from the agony of Brexit as we head into the Transition Period (which in the end may outlast us all).
The Little Book of Bullshit: A Load of Lies too Good to be True (The\little Book Of... Ser.)
by Orange Hippo!The Golden Age of Bullshit.Welcome to the golden age of bullshit, a wiki-wild world knee deep in half-truths and alternative facts, spin and bias, influence and insincerity, little white lies and tall tales, falsehoods and propaganda, and all sorts of other baloney designed to disguise fact from fiction. We live in a post truth, fake news, world where nothing is quite as it seems and everything you read should be seen before believed. But isn't.From Brexit buses to Donald Trump, the University of Google to misleading advertising claims, and everything in-between, the bullshit keeps getting bigger and stronger and the lies are turning truer every day. It's time to call bullshit on bullshit!The Little Book of Bullshit is the ideal antidote everybody needs to fight the influx of excessive lying and cheating and defrauding that has come to define the 21st century, a tiny tome stuffed with delightfully witty snack-sized nuggets of facts and stats and quotes and boasts all related to the ever-expanding world of bullshit."The first rule of bullshit is that it must be believable." Nassim Nicholas Taleb"I'm almost finished..." All of us, at some point in our lives
The Little Book of Bums
by Sadie CaymanFrom big ones to small ones and even ones that block out the sun; the bum is back! This cheeky little guide on the world’s most popular body part is bouncing with fun, facts and quotes to help you celebrate the JUNK IN YOUR TRUNK.
The Little Book of Bums
by Sadie CaymanFrom big ones to small ones and even ones that block out the sun; the bum is back! This cheeky little guide on the world’s most popular body part is bouncing with fun, facts and quotes to help you celebrate the JUNK IN YOUR TRUNK.
The Little Book of Chat-Up Lines
by Jake HarrisYou remind me of a parking ticket. You've got 'fine’ written all over you.Have you ever been surrounded by hot women and stuck for an opening line?From CLASSIC QUIPS to TOP TIPS on body language and online dating, this little book will help you shake off your fears of making the fi rst move and become a DATING AFICIONADO.
The Little Book of Cheese Jokes
by Jake HarrisWhat do you call cheese that isn’t yours? Nacho cheese! Who says cheesy jokes are a bad thing? Not us! Whether you’re in need of a pungent pun or a holey howler, The Little Book of Cheese Jokes offers a full smorgasbord – from the downright immature to the truly vintage.
The Little Book of Christmas Jokes: Festive Family Fun
by Orange Hippo!To celebrate the earliest arrival of Christmas ever - this September, no doubt - The Little Book of Christmas Jokes is the perfect stocking filler gift for those looking to infuse their family with even more festive cheer than last year.Stuffed with more than 175 Yuletide gems, these jolly jokes are guaranteed to make your family and friends laugh - at least once! From puns to gags, one liners to quips, knock-knocks to OTT farcical silliness of which you can't even begin to imagine, this book - unlike the Inns of Bethlehem - welcomes everyone.So, what better way to start the festive party than with these hilarious greatest hits of Christmas, a gift book which Santa Claus himself approved, claiming it was "Twice the amount of Christmas fun as Michael Bublé's baubles," in his December newsletter.What does Santa suffer from if he gets stuck in a chimney?Claus-trophobia!What do the Elves call Santa if he forgets to wear his undercrackers?St NickerlessWhy don't you ever see Santa in hospital?Because he has private elf care!The Christmas Cracker was invented by Tom Smith, a London-based confectioner and baker, in 1840. Smith initially called them "Bangs of Expectation" before changing the name. At first, love poems were found inside, though they were replaced by hats and jokes in the 1920s.
The Little Book of Christmas Jokes: Festive Family Fun
by Orange Hippo!To celebrate the earliest arrival of Christmas ever - this September, no doubt - The Little Book of Christmas Jokes is the perfect stocking filler gift for those looking to infuse their family with even more festive cheer than last year.Stuffed with more than 175 Yuletide gems, these jolly jokes are guaranteed to make your family and friends laugh - at least once! From puns to gags, one liners to quips, knock-knocks to OTT farcical silliness of which you can't even begin to imagine, this book - unlike the Inns of Bethlehem - welcomes everyone.So, what better way to start the festive party than with these hilarious greatest hits of Christmas, a gift book which Santa Claus himself approved, claiming it was "Twice the amount of Christmas fun as Michael Bublé's baubles," in his December newsletter.What does Santa suffer from if he gets stuck in a chimney?Claus-trophobia!What do the Elves call Santa if he forgets to wear his undercrackers?St NickerlessWhy don't you ever see Santa in hospital?Because he has private elf care!The Christmas Cracker was invented by Tom Smith, a London-based confectioner and baker, in 1840. Smith initially called them "Bangs of Expectation" before changing the name. At first, love poems were found inside, though they were replaced by hats and jokes in the 1920s.
The Little Book of Cock: A Hilarious Activity Book for Adults Featuring Jokes, Puzzles, Trivia and More
by Summersdale PublishersPlunge head-first into this this humorous adult activity book which celebrates life's most up-standing appendage. Bone up on your cock trivia, tickle your fancy with a raft of dick-tacular jokes, test your head with penis puzzles and more. What are you waiting for? Come and see if you can pull it off! Cock has surely never been so much fun.
The Little Book of Cockney Rhyming Slang
by Sid FinchWhether you want to impress your friends with your London lingo, or simply to understand what the characters on EastEnders are talking about, The Little Book of Cockney Rhyming Slang is packed with everything you need. It'll be perfect when you're on the dog and bone to your best china plates, or down the rub-a-dub with your trouble and strife.
The Little Book of Cockney Rhyming Slang
by Sid FinchWhether you want to impress your friends with your London lingo, or simply to understand what the characters on EastEnders are talking about, The Little Book of Cockney Rhyming Slang is packed with everything you need. It'll be perfect when you're on the dog and bone to your best china plates, or down the rub-a-dub with your trouble and strife.
The Little Book of Cocktails
by Rufus CavendishGet into the party spirit with a masterclass in mixologySwap the drab for the dazzle with this concoction of moreish recipes and nifty tips that will equip you with everything you need to create a delicious array of incredible drinks.This book is the perfect companion for every cocktail lover. Whether you’re a budding bartender or a maestro mixologist, this handy guide will teach you everything you need to know to host an unforgettable soirée.In this book, you will find:Delicious and crowd-pleasing cocktail recipes, including the Margarita, Tom Collins, Piña Colada, Negroni and Mai TaiExpert tips, tricks and techniques on blending the perfect drinkEssential equipment for stocking the ultimate home barIdeas and instructions for creating your own party décorInsights into the history and origins of each cocktailShaken or stirred, flaming or fizzy, let these cocktails make any occasion all the more memorable and marvellous.
The Little Book of Cocktails
by Rufus CavendishGet into the party spirit with a masterclass in mixologySwap the drab for the dazzle with this concoction of moreish recipes and nifty tips that will equip you with everything you need to create a delicious array of incredible drinks.This book is the perfect companion for every cocktail lover. Whether you’re a budding bartender or a maestro mixologist, this handy guide will teach you everything you need to know to host an unforgettable soirée.In this book, you will find:Delicious and crowd-pleasing cocktail recipes, including the Margarita, Tom Collins, Piña Colada, Negroni and Mai TaiExpert tips, tricks and techniques on blending the perfect drinkEssential equipment for stocking the ultimate home barIdeas and instructions for creating your own party décorInsights into the history and origins of each cocktailShaken or stirred, flaming or fizzy, let these cocktails make any occasion all the more memorable and marvellous.
The Little Book of Common Sense: Or Pause for Thought with Wogan
by Sir Terry Wogan OBESir Terry Wogan shares his opinion on just about everything from money, relationships, manners, fame, to life in general.This little work is designed to bring you back, again and again, to refresh your view and attitude to life, living and everything in between. You will find no easy answers to your dilemmas here, rather an alternative view of how to approach them. Or to be honest, just Sir Terry's view. You never know, you might even agree with him...THE LITTLE BOOK OF COMMON SENSE covers Sir Terry's views on:Life: One day at a time. But look where you're going. Particularly on a bike...Talk: Keep it short and to the point. You don't want people to think you're a politician. The most popular person at a party is the good listener. Particularly at an Irish party.Money: Save or spend? Risk is for derivative and hedge-fund wonks. And it's not their money, anyway. Hold on to your hard-earned ha'pennies - your children are going to need them.And everything else in-between...
The Little Book of Common Sense: Or Pause for Thought with Wogan
by Terry WoganThis little work is designed to bring you back, again and again, to refresh your view and attitude to life, living and everything in between. You will find no easy answers to your dilemmas here, rather an alternative view of how to approach them. Or to be honest, just Sir Terry's view. You never know, you might even agree with him... THE LITTLE BOOK OF COMMON SENSE will cover Sir Terry's views on: Life: One day at a time. But look where you're going. Particularly on a bike... Talk: Keep it short and to the point. You don't want people to think you're a politician. The most popular person at a party is the good listener. Particularly at an Irish party. Money: Save or spend? Risk is for derivative and hedge-fund wonks. And it's not their money, anyway. Hold on to your hard-earned ha'pennies - your children are going to need them. And everything else in-between...
The Little Book of Dad Jokes: So bad they're good
by Orange Hippo!The best dad joke book you'll ever read. Yes, it's that bad. As the ancient adage goes, 'A good dad joke is as bad as a bad dad joke'. On that fuzzy logic alone, 100 per cent of the 180+ dad jokes in this book are pure comedy gold. The jokes included in this tiny tome are revered by dads all over the world - that's how bad they are. Some jokes are old, some are new, some are unrepeatable - but all of them are worn out and tired. If you're a dad, you'll love them. If you're buying it for your dad, don't worry, the book is little for a purpose: should the urge to throw it down the toilet arise, it'll fit in one flush. Like dads themselves, these dad jokes are absolute stinkers. They haven't showered or gone to the gym in a while and, due to bloating, haven't seen their funny bones in a long time. But, like dads themselves, you'd miss them if you didn't hear them every once in a while. They are loveable in their own charming way. But, remember, don't eat all these jokes at once - you'll have a severe nervous breakdown. You have been warned!
The Little Book of Dad Jokes: So bad they're good
by Orange Hippo!The best dad joke book you'll ever read. Yes, it's that bad. As the ancient adage goes, 'A good dad joke is as bad as a bad dad joke'. On that fuzzy logic alone, 100 per cent of the 180+ dad jokes in this book are pure comedy gold. The jokes included in this tiny tome are revered by dads all over the world - that's how bad they are. Some jokes are old, some are new, some are unrepeatable - but all of them are worn out and tired. If you're a dad, you'll love them. If you're buying it for your dad, don't worry, the book is little for a purpose: should the urge to throw it down the toilet arise, it'll fit in one flush. Like dads themselves, these dad jokes are absolute stinkers. They haven't showered or gone to the gym in a while and, due to bloating, haven't seen their funny bones in a long time. But, like dads themselves, you'd miss them if you didn't hear them every once in a while. They are loveable in their own charming way. But, remember, don't eat all these jokes at once - you'll have a severe nervous breakdown. You have been warned!
The Little Book of Danny Dyer: The wit and wisdom of the diamond geezer
by Various'If the body is a temple, at the moment mine's a windowless shed.'Danny Dyer, actor and descendant of William the Conqueror, is the nation's favourite geezer well known for his cutting one-liners and amusing outbursts and, with them, he has captured all of our hearts. The Little Book of Danny Dyer is a collection of his most iconic quotes on politics, fitness, parenting and the important things in life.From Brexit to philosophising about how we wouldn't be able to eat sandwiches if we didn't have thumbs, The Little Book of Danny Dyer is the perfect gift for fans of this wise-cracking national treasure.
The Little Book of Danny Dyer: The wit and wisdom of the diamond geezer
by Various'If the body is a temple, at the moment mine's a windowless shed.'Danny Dyer, actor and descendant of William the Conqueror, is the nation's favourite geezer well known for his cutting one-liners and amusing outbursts and, with them, he has captured all of our hearts. The Little Book of Danny Dyer is a collection of his most iconic quotes on politics, fitness, parenting and the important things in life.From Brexit to philosophising about how we wouldn't be able to eat sandwiches if we didn't have thumbs, The Little Book of Danny Dyer is the perfect gift for fans of this wise-cracking national treasure.