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Disaster Diaries: Robots! (Disaster Diaries #4)
by R. McGeddonYou know how it is — you’ve built yourself a nice, artificially intelligent robot, and you’re feeling pretty good about yourself… Until it suddenly tries to destroy everyone! Sam, Arty and Emmie get more than they bargained for when Arty creates CHARLES for the school science fair. CHARLES is meant to be a helpful, chore-completing robot, but when he malfunctions, he proves to be a maniacal droid bent on destruction—all in the name of ‘tidying up’ the town of Sitting Duck for good. When CHARLES raises his robot army—complete with pesky hairdryers and dangerous refrigerators—Sam, Arty and Emmie must take on their own creation to save the town once more! Filled with funny illustrations and nifty tips on how to handle a robot gone rogue, Disaster Diaries: Robots! is the ultimate survival guide for when the machines take over (and they will, people, they will). An Imprint Book
Disaster Diaries: Spiders! (Disaster Diaries #5)
by R. McGeddonHow do you survive an encounter with a 6-foot tall spider? 1) Run away screaming 2) Try to pet it 3) Ask it nicely to spin you a silk dress Find out in the fifth installment of this silly series, when Sam, Arty, and Emmie save the town of Sitting Duck from another disaster! New student Felicia Forester quickly becomes the star of science class! But she secretly runs dangerous science experiments that soon have the entire town completely overrun with giant, human-eating spiders! To make matters even worse, spiders are Sam’s greatest fear. Emmie and Arty must help him overcome his phobia to face the eight-legged crawlies—or their town will be totally infested! Disaster Diaries includes funny illustrations and survival tips to avoid impending doom — and face your fears! Don’t miss the other Sitting Duck adventures by R. McGeddon: Zombies!, Aliens!, Brainwashed!, Robots! An Imprint Book
Disaster Diaries: Zombies! (Disaster Diaries #1)
by Jamie Littler R. McgeddonDuring a zombie apocalypse, the important thing is to not panic.Actually, that's not true. Definitely panic.These things are going to try to eat your face off! Sam and Arty are looking forward to summer vacation so much that they barely notice when their bumbling science teacher causes an explosion of purple goo that drenches their classmate, Simon. They're sure Simon will be fine--he looks a little gray, but things like this happen all the time in the town of Sitting Duck.But Simon is not fine--and totally loses his head when he becomes a zombie! Soon the town is crawling with rabid zombies looking for braaaaaains! The adults are busy panicking and screaming, so it's up to Sam (the leader) Arty (the brains), and their friend Emmie (the rebel) to take charge. If they can't find a cure, it will be a disaster!Disaster Diaries: Zombies! is perfect for young readers, reluctant or otherwise, with a wacky sense of humor. The first in this hilarious middle grade series from author R. McGeddon will prepare you for your own zombie infestation, with handy tips like how to spot zombies. (Hint: their faces are falling off).An Imprint Book
Disco for the Departed (A Dr. Siri Paiboun Mystery #3)
by Colin CotterillPraise for Colin Cotterill's Dr Siri Series: "Wonderfully fresh and exotic.... The multiple cases spread out on Siri's examining table are not cozy entertainments but substantial crimes that take us into the thick of political intrigue."--The New York Times Book Review "A fresh and innovative detective who goes straight to the heart and soul, without any sappy sentiment. The author gives us exotic locations; a world that few of us know well; crisp, intelligent, and often witty writing; and most of all a hero unlike any other."--Philadelphia Inquirer Dr Siri Paiboun, reluctant national coroner of the People's Democratic Republic of Laos, is summoned to a remote location in the mountains of Huaphan Province, where for years the leaders of the current government had hidden out in caves, waiting to assume power. Now, as a major celebration of the new regime is scheduled to take place, an arm is found protruding from the concrete walk that had been laid from the President's former cave hideout to his new house beneath the cliffs. Dr Siri is ordered to supervise the disinterment of the body attached to the arm, identify the corpse, and discover how he died. For more information, visit www.colincotterill.com From the Hardcover edition.
Discount Hell
by Freeman HallThese Discount Rats want more than salesTo Discount Rats, the world should be free . . . and retail slaves are to blame when it isn't.These crazy customers show up with purses full of coupons and intend to leave with enough swag to impress a thief. They'll negotiate, scream, complain, and threaten - so long as the sale is in sight!These 33 hilarious-and-true stories of penny-pinchers and stingy shoppers are straight from the bloggers of RetailHellUnderground - and boy do they have some history with these misers! From the Meal Voucher Rat who needs an amusement park escort to find the right restaurant to the Credit Rat who gets a black mark in the customer database, these denied bargain hunters will have you in stitches!
Discount: A Novel
by Casey Gray“[A]n acerbic spoof of corporate retail giants . . . the novel displays . . . considerable storytelling gifts...the result is an eye-opening romp of narrative.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)Set in the American Southwest, Casey Gray’s ambitious tragicomic debut novel follows a group of customers and employees through the twenty-four hour work cycle inside a classic American institution—The Superstore. With a cast of characters including Ernesto, a local gang member struggling to choose his day job over a desultory life as a drug dealer; Wilma, a grandmother working double shifts to support her family; and Keith, a high school student with a penchant for filmmaking, Gray offers a humane and contemporary portrait of life on the suburban fringe. Discount is a triumphant and big-hearted novel you won’t soon forget.“Fans of Jonathan Franzen and T. C. Boyle, Sam Lipsyte and Jonathan Tropper will flock to Gray’s hearty satire of rampant consumerism and corporate arrogance.” —Booklist (starred review)“With this novel, Casey Gray leaps into the American literary landscape as an author who cannot be ignored.” —Robert Boswell, author of Tumbledown, Mystery Ride, Crooked Hearts, and Century’s Son“By turns hilarious and heartbreaking, personal and political, and all in the very best ways.” —Antonya Nelson, author of Funny Once“Unsentimental but huge-hearted, Discount is concerned only with literature’s bottom line—honesty and empathy.” —Chris Bachelder, author of U.S.!, Lessons in Virtual Tour Photography, and Bear v. Shark “This book is an Altman film. . . . Gray combines a complex vision of the wide heart of America with an eye for all the things that are constantly wounding it.” —David MacLean, author of The Answer to the Riddle Is Me
Discover Time For Love: Time Travel Romance Anthology (Forward in Time #2)
by Louise ClarkWhen a Paleontologist and a Dinosaur Bone Pirate Join Forces, Only the Future Can Tell What They'll Dig Up in Discover Time for Love, A Time Travel Romance from Louise Clark--Montana Badlands, 2020--Professional paleontologist, Liz Hamilton, is seeking the academic find of a lifetime and separation from her family's strange secret. What she's not seeking is a car wreck and being rescued by a dino-bone pirate.Mike Edwards makes money finding dino-bones and selling them to the highest bidder. When a torrential rainstorm hits the Montana prairie he rescues the attractive Liz Hamilton and the two weather the storm in his truck.The next morning, the unlikely duo discover the remains of a rare creature in a washout. The creature straddles the border between private and federal land, requiring them both to work together on the discovery despite Liz's contempt for Mike's motives.A journey to the future convinces Liz the find is significant for her career. What she doesn’t know is how to handle Mike's profiteering or the emotional bond and deepening attraction between them.After Mike and Liz's Story, Enjoy Claim Time for Love, A Time Travel Romance Based on Make Time for Love, Book 1 in the Forward in Time Series--Boston, 1772 and Present Day, New York City--Andrew Byrne, a prosperous colonial with rebellious inclinations, is determined to marry the beautiful Mary Elizabeth Strand, the daughter of George Strand, a British official in Boston. The problem is George Strand has promised his daughter to Colonel Bradley, a British officer.When Andrew and Mary Elizabeth decide to elope, their secret passage to New York City leaks to Colonel Bradley who sets pursuit.Now, only a leap in time can save the lovers and take them to a destiny truly their own.The Forward In Time Series:Make Time for LoveDiscover Time for Love w/Claim Time for LoveA Turbulent Time for LoveAbout Louise Clark:Louise Clark’s time travel romance series, Forward in Time, includes both contemporary and historical settings, as well as humor, passion, and hot heroes. Her experience writing both contemporary and historical romance made writing a time travel series a natural. As well, her love of travel meant the books are set in different locals, from historic Boston to the badlands of the American West, and beyond.
Discover's 20 Things You Didn't Know About Everything: Duct Tape, Airport Security, Your Body, Sex in Space . . . and More!
by Discover MagazineHow much do you know about . . .ObesitySleepMeteorsAliensBeesSperm banks Sex in spaceDuct tapeGermsAirport securityDeathAncient weaponsRatsThe InternetBirthWeatherMilkMosquitoesYour bodySpace disastersDISCOVER'S 20 Things You Didn't Know About Everything is the first book written by the editors of the award-winning DISCOVER magazine. Based on DISCOVER'S most eagerly awaited monthly column, "20 Things You Didn't Know About," this original book looks at many popular—and sometimes unexpected—topics in science and technology, and reveals quirky, intriguing, and little-known facts.Whether you're just curious or think you already know everything, this book is guaranteed to expand your mind.
Discovering Duncan (Return to Silver Creek)
by Mary Anne WilsonWhen You Least Expect It...P.I. Lauren Carter has worked hard to get where she is. So when the chance to seek out and bring home a top-notch business heir lands in her lap, Lauren is determined to do the job right. Too bad Duncan Bishop seems perfectly happy living in the sleepy ski town of Silver Creek, Nevada. And in truth, the magic of small-town living soon shrouds her in its protective embrace. Not only that, but spending so much time with Duncan has shaken her cool, professional demeanor. Now, torn between her rapidly growing feelings for Duncan and dedication to her job, Lauren realizes that this assignment can make or break her carefully crafted plans for the future.Return to Silver Creek: You can go home again...
Discworld and Philosophy
by Nicolas MichaudIn Discworld, unlike our own frustrating Roundworld, everything makes sense. The world is held up by elephants standing on the back of a swimming turtle who knows where he's going, the sun goes round the world every day, so it doesn't have to be very hot, and things always happen because someone intends them to happen. Millions of fans are addicted to Pratchett's Discworld, and the interest has only intensified since Pratchett's recent death and the release of his final Discworld novel, The Shepherd's Crown, in September 2015. The philosophical riches of Discworld are inexhaustible, yet the brave explorers of Discworld and Philosophy cover a lot of ground. From discussion of Moist von Lipwig's con artistry showing the essential con of the financial system, to the examination of everyone's favorite Discworld character, the murderous luggage, to the lawless Mac Nac Feegles and what they tell us about civil government, to the character Death as he appears in several Discworld novels, Discworld and Philosophy gives us an in-depth treatment of Pratchett's magical universe. Other chapters look at the power of Discworld's witches, the moral viewpoint of the golems, how William de Worde's newspaper illuminates the issue of censorship, how fate and luck interact to shape our lives, and why the more simple and straightforward Discworld characters are so much better at seeing the truth than those with enormous intellects but little common sense.
Disenchanted Live Action Junior Novelization
by DisneyDive into the continuation of Giselle's journey with Disenchanted, the sequel film to Enchanted from Walt Disney Live Action Studios releasing on Disney+. Happily Ever After…Again! Seeking a change from their busy lives in New York City, Giselle and Robert relocate their family to the suburb of Monroeville, a charming town reminiscent of Andalasia, the fairy-tale land where Giselle grew up. Their teenage daughter, Morgan, however, is less than thrilled. After a mishap in Morgan's room at the new house, her entire wardrobe is ruined! And to make things worse, Giselle accidentally embarrasses Morgan in front of her peers at her new school. In a fit of anger, Morgan tells Giselle that she will never be her real mother, only her stepmother. Giselle is devastated. Desperate to alter her circumstances, she wishes on the Wand of Wishes for a fairy-tale life for her and her family. The next day, her wish comes true! But it isn't without a price. Will Giselle get her happily-ever-after once again? Or is this the end for Giselle and all of Andalasia?
Disenchanted: Not Your Typical Fairy Tale Romance
by Susan CarrollAn alluring love triangle and a daring caper unfold in this imaginative retelling of Cinderella, featuring an indomitable damsel who’s not so easily swept off her glass slippers. At the tender age of seventeen, Ella Upton lost her innocence to a traveling minstrel, a youth with flaxen hair and a golden voice whose deep blue eyes concealed his true intentions—until it was too late. Seven years later, Ella’s stepsisters chatter about winning the affections of the dreamy Prince Florian at the royal ball, but Ella has no such illusions. Instead, her dashing best friend, Malcolm Hawkridge, persuades her with his reckless charm and wicked smile to use the occasion to steal back a magic orb from the corrupt king. But before the clock strikes midnight, Ella finds herself pursued by more than one prince—not to mention Commander Horatio Crushington, who captures her with his piercing gaze from across the crowded ballroom. Dancing through the sudden swirl of suitors, Ella feels her cheeks burning—and not solely because of the orb hidden in her gown. Has the strapping Horatio awakened long-dormant desires or is Ella finally coming to grips with her feelings for Malcolm? Only the girl who thought she’d given up on love can decide. Includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Disenchanted: Your Favorite New Fairy Tale
by Brianna SugalskiA Breton princess at the peak of the French Renaissance, Lilac lives prisoner in her parents' castle after a wicked secret is revealed on the eve of her tenth birthday soirée. Years later, her coronation ceremony looms, and between the riotous townsfolk and scheming nobleman bent on snatching the throne, Lilac prepares for the worst... Until a mysterious letter arrives from The Witch of Lupine Grotto, detailing a curious offer to cure her darkness forever. Lilac begrudgingly trades her coronet for a cloak and ventures into the forest Brocéliande in pursuit of the impious enchantress at the edge of town. With only the protection of an inherited dagger-and, unsolicited help of the sardonic stranger who inserts himself on her quest-she must traverse Brocèliande and return in time to claim her rightful position as sovereign monarch.This is the story of a cursed princess, A crestfallen killer, The town that wants them to burn, And the witch that can save them both.
Disgraceful Archaeology: Or Things You Shouldn't Know About the History of Mankind
by Paul Bahn Paul G. Bahn Bill TidyThe book that all archaeology buffs have secretly been yearning for! This unique blend of text, anecdote and cartoon reveals, and revels in, those aspects of the past that have been ignored, glossed over or even suppressed — the bawdy, the scatological and the downright bizarre. Our ancestors were not always serious, downtrodden and fearful creatures. They were human like ourselves and shared our earthy sense of humour that is based on bodily functions, bawdiness and slapstick. So it’s time to take the fig leaf off the past and have a long, hard look at the real past — the world that would have had the Victorians reaching for their smelling salts. So if you want to know what your average Egyptian slave thought of pharaoh, or a Roman legionary thought of his commander, you will find the answer in Disgraceful Archaeology — in hilarious graphic detail!
Dishing with the Kitchen Virgin
by Susan Reinhardt"She's like a modern-day, southern-fried Erma Bombeck or Dave Barry." --BooklistIs the brand sticker still affixed to your sauté pan?Is your wok used solely as a receptacle for potato chips?Does your blender only see the light of day when Baccardi or Tequila is involved?If so, then welcome to the Kitchen Virgin Club. But don't despair--you're in the illustrious company of Susan Reinhardt: syndicated columnist, spokeswoman for skewed southern bellehood. . .and one truly lousy cook. In this cleaver-sharp new collection of food stories, culinary missteps, and recipes from yummy to yucky, Reinhardt comes clean--way clean--as the unapologetic product of a long line of talented, fascinating, funny women who have regular brushes with homicide by pot roast. From "The Toaster Oven is a Bee-otch" to "When Road Kill Makes it to Mikasa," as well as the titular tale of the socialite who shaved her fuzzy greens, these stranger-than-fiction accounts will have you laughing until milk spews out of your nose. And for those inspired to graduate from Kitchen Virgin to Kitchen 'Tute, there's "Bone Apple Cheat!"-- Reinhardt's own shortcut-to-real-food recipes. So next time you're tempted to make Taco Bell your last (okay, first) resort, crack open this book, have a laugh. . .and get cookin'."So engaging. . .so honest. . .will make you laugh out loud." --The Asheville Citizen-Times"Like hanging out with your bluntest, most mischievous friend, the one who never fails to crack you up." --Chicago Sun-Times"Funny and touching. . .Reinhardt is not afraid to put it all out there." --The Pilot (N.C.)"Susan Reinhardt takes the naked, honest truth and sets it on fire in a blaze of laughter. . .will have you holding your sides the whole time." --Laurie Notaro, Autobiography of a Fat Girl"She can break your heart in one sentence and leave you laughing till you're breathless in the next."--Julie Cannon, True Love & Homegrown TomatoesSusan Reinhardt is a syndicated columnist and feature writer whose work has appeared all over the world in major newspapers such as the Washington Post, London Daily Mirror, Newsday, and other Tribune Media and Gannett publications. Reinhardt has won dozens of awards for her writing, including several Best of Gannett honors and a Pulitzer Prize nomination. A long-time volunteer fund-raiser for Hospice, the United Way, the American Lymphoma and Leukemia Society, the PTO and other worthwhile and not so worthwhile causes, Reinhardt is also a proud member of the Not Quite Write Book Club, a group of ten women who drink wine and pretend to act literary. A true Daughter of the South, Susan Reinhardt was born in South Carolina, was raised in Georgia, and currently makes her home in Asheville, North Carolina, the jewel city of the Blue Ridge Mountains. She is married to jazz musician Stuart Reinhardt and has two adorable children. She still calls her mama every night.
Dishwasher: One Man's Quest to Wash Dishes in All 50 States
by Pete JordanDishwasher is Public Radio favorite and underground celebrity Pete Jordan’s amusing memoir of his dishwashing extravaganza. Part adventure, part parody, and part miraculous journey of self-discovery, it is the unforgettable account of Jordan's transformation from itinerant seeker into "Dishwasher Pete"—unlikely folk hero, writer, publisher of his own cult zine, and the ultimate professional dish dog—and how he gave it all up for love.“For 12 years, I was the most prolific dishlicker of them all. From 1989 to 2001, I dished my way around the country, unwittingly searching for direction. From a bagel joint in New Mexico to a Mexican joint in Brooklyn; from a dinner train in Rhode Island to the Lawrence Welk Resort in Branson, Missouri; from an upper-crust ladies’ club to a crusty hippie commune—I washed the nation’s dishes. Whether it was a gig so lousy that I walked out within an hour or one where I toiled 120 hours a week, I remained a man on a mission: to bust suds in every state in the union.”—Pete JordanA smart, funny, and surprising look at life, Dishwasher is sure to appeal to fans of Nick Hornby and Tom Perotta.
Disney 5-Minute Fairy Tales Starring Mickey & Minnie (5-Minute Stories)
by Disney PressJoin Mickey and Minnie in this treasury of classic fairy tales! Stories of Mickey and a magical beanstalk, Red Riding Minnie and a big bad wolf, and more! With beautiful full-page illustrations, these four popular fairy tales can each be read aloud in about five minutes—the perfect choice before bedtime, on the go, or anytime!
Disney Animals Storybook Collection (Storybook Collection)
by Disney Book GroupPua and Heihei go on a quest for the perfect gift, Timothy and Dumbo plan a special performance, Winnie the Pooh and Piglet find a fuzzy duckling, and more! This delightful collection of four stories features new and old friends and tales full of heart and adventure.
Disney Before the Story: Mulan's Secret Plan (Disney Before the Story)
by Tessa RoehlBefore Mulan saved China . . . she was a girl ready to learn! Mulan can't wait to start school. She's excited to learn! But when class starts, she realizes that it's not quite what she was expecting. And if she and her friends really want to learn something, they're going to have to do it their own way.
Disney Christmas Storybook Collection
by Disney Press4 stories in 1! Celebrate the season with your favorite Disney and Disney/Pixar characters! Join Ralph and Vanellope as they throw a Christmas party just for Bad Guys! Follow Elsa as she tries to create the best holiday ever for her sister, Anna. Go sledding with Mater and Lightning McQueen! Hear about how Rapunzel and Flynn spent their first Christmas together. This enchanting volume of tales brings the magic of Christmas to life with four stories overflowing with holiday spirit!
Disney Classic Stories: Monsters University (Monsters University)
by Disney PressRead along with Disney! Mike Wazowski and James P. "Sulley" Sullivan went to Monsters University to become the best Scarers the world had ever seen! But when they get kicked out of Scaring class, they have to figure out how to work together and win the Scare Games. Follow along with word-for-word narration as these two mismatched monsters became friends!
Disney Classic Stories: Ratatouille (Disney Storybook with Audio (eBook))
by Disney PressRead along with Disney! It's hard being a rat with a silver palate—just ask Remy, the star of Disney/Pixar's hit film, RATATOUILLE! While the other rats of Paris are happy eating trash, Remy dreams of becoming a gourmet chef. Follow along with word-for-word narration to find out how his dream becomes a reality in this deliciously delightful retelling.
Disney Classic Storybook Collection (Storybook Collection)
by Disney BooksFrom Dumbo to The Lion King, the best-loved stories of all time are now even better and re-create the movie magic of the most beloved Disney films. Enhanced with new pieces of art from the Disney archives, these stories are still the ideal length for reading aloud.
Disney Darkwing Duck Volume 1: The Duck Knight Returns
by Aaron SparrowOnce St. Canard's greatest protector, the superhero Darkwing Duck was world renowned as "The Terror That Flaps in the Night." Today, the masked mallard has not been seen or heard from in well over a year while the city's law enforcement has fallen into the hands of the shadowy corporate conglomerate Quackwerks! But a duck cannot deny his destiny, and with evil on the rise once again, it's time for the Duck Knight to return! "Let's get dangerous" with the return of one of Disney's most beloved characters, available in digital format for the first time!
Disney Darkwing Duck Volume 2: Crisis on Infinite Darkwings
by Aaron SparrowDarkwing Duck is back . . . and back, and back, and back again as the city of St. Canard falls to an army of Darkwings led by the nefarious Negaduck and his new partner in crime, Magica de Spell! How can our hero hope to stop such malevolent machinations when he's Public Enemy Number One? (And two . . . and three . . .) And what exactly is going on with St. Canard's suddenly aggressive water supply? Hop aboard for daring danger and deadly doppelgangers as Negaduck and Magica de Spell turn up the evil and tear off the knob!