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by Beth LisickPeering into life's cringe-worthy moments, best-selling author Beth Lisick excavates territory that most would rather ignore. Funny, odd, deeply personal, yet somehow universal, these are the kind of memories that haunt us all, the small awful moments of shame and humiliation that we'd rather forget than relive.Beth Lisick has made a career of opening her life to her readers in all of its messy, smart hilarity, but this type of story doesn't usually find its way into a memoir. With her trademark humor and sly intelligence, writing in short flashes the way these episodes tend to pop up in memory, Lisick recounts her most embarrassing moments with gusto. From a trick she played on a neighbor thirty years ago to what she accidentally blurted out at last night's dinner party, she explores the bad judgments and free-floating regrets that keep her up at night, and the result is a daring, candid, and wickedly funny collection of embarrassment embraced, the triumph of humor and perspective over everyday mortification.Writer, performer, and independent film actress Beth Lisick is the author of the New York Times best-selling comic memoir Everybody Into the Pool and the gonzo self-help manifesto Helping Me Help Myself.
YOLO Juliet: Yolo Juliet; Srsly Hamlet; Macbeth #killing It (OMG Shakespeare #2)
by William Shakespeare Brett WrightRomeo and Juliet, one of the greatest love stories ever told . . . in texts?! Imagine: What if those star-crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet had smartphones? A classic is reborn in this fun and funny adaptation of one of Shakespeare's most famous plays! Two families at war. A boy and a girl in love. A secret marriage gone oh-so-wrong. and h8. The classics just got a whole lot more interesting. ;) tl;dr A Shakespeare play told through its characters texting with emojis, checking in at certain locations, and updating their relationship statuses. The perfect gift for hip theater lovers and teens. A glossary and cast of characters are included for those who need it. For example: tl;dr means too long; didn't read.
Yon Ill Wind (Xanth Ser. #Vol. 20)
by Piers AnthonyThis Xanth villain is full of hot air. “Anthony’s unflagging sparkle, verve and wordplay spin everyday trials of Mundane life into storytelling gold” (Publishers Weekly). A fickle flux in the fabric of space has allowed a horrendous hurricane to blast into Xanth, stirring up mischief and madness wherever she goes. Trapped in a preposterous form by a cosmic wager, the Demon X(A/N)th must join forces with a vexatious vixen named Chlorine to save Xanth from this terrifying and tempestuous threat. Their companions on this haphazard quest are a hapless human family—Jim and Karen Baldwin and their two teenage sons, David and Sean—gusted into Xanth from the mundane world beyond. Together they encounter a host of turbulent misadventures as they struggle to keep Xanth from being blown off the map forever. “Just the thing for pun-happy funsters.” —Kirkus Reviews
You, Again: A Novel
by Kate GoldbeckCan they stop hating each other long enough to fall in love? A commitment-phobe and a hopeless romantic clash over and over again—until heartbreak and unexpected chemistry bring them together in this clever enemies-to-friends-to-lovers debut romance.&“Fresh, witty, and utterly romantic.&”—Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love HypothesisWhen Ari and Josh first meet, the wrong kind of sparks fly. They hate each other. Instantly.A free-spirited, struggling comedian who likes to keep things casual, Ari sublets, takes gigs, and she never sleeps over after hooking up. Born-and-bred Manhattanite Josh has ambitious plans: Take the culinary world by storm, find The One, and make her breakfast in his spotless kitchen. They have absolutely nothing in common . . . except that they happen to be sleeping with the same woman.Ari and Josh never expect their paths to cross again. But years later, as they&’re both reeling from ego-bruising breakups, a chance encounter leads to a surprising connection: friendship. Turns out, spending time with your former nemesis is fun when you&’re too sad to hate each other—and too sad for hate sex.As friends-without-benefits, they find comfort in late-night Netflix binges, swiping through each other&’s online dating profiles, and bickering across boroughs. It&’s better than romance. Until one night, the unspoken boundaries of their platonic relationship begin to blur. . . .With sharp observations and sizzling chemistry, You, Again explores the dynamics of co-ed friendship in this sparkling romantic comedy of modern love in all its forms.
You, Again: The sparkling and witty new opposites-attract rom-com!
by Lauren Layne'This book is everything. Lauren Layne at her best!'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader reviewSuch a fun read, I adore everything Lauren Layne writes and this is no exception! Mac and Thomas are EVERYTHING!!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review'Classic Lauren Layne . . . the story just flew, pulled me in and had me reading the whole book in one sitting. I honestly think that You, Again is one of the best works of Lauren Layne'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review'A delight - as sweet and bubbly as a glass of champagne' BETH O'LEARYReaders give Lauren Layne ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐!'Romantic comedy PERFECTION and if you don't read it, you really are missing out''The romance, writing style and wit in this book is second to none. I have nothing but praise for this book' 'The New York backdrop was classic Lauren Layne as was the banter and I loved her modern day spin on this fairy tale romance''I devoured this book in a single morning, and I can't wait to reread it''The overall feeling from reading this book is like being enveloped in a warm hug from that special someone in your life' .................................................They have to stop meeting like this . . . Mackenzie 'Mac' Austin just wants what any modern, commitment-phobic woman in New York wants: a no-strings-attached hook-up, steamy enough to brag about over mimosas the next morning. What she doesn't want is her dating app's latest suggestion: preppy, corporate Thomas Decker. So, obviously, she rejects the guy without a second thought. There's just one snag: he's sitting next to her, so he witnessed her do it. And now he's calling her out. After the initial embarrassment, Mac is determined not to let it bother her, but Fate has other plans - and Thomas isn't going anywhere. First, he pops up as her new boss. And then he reappears as her best friend's soon-to-be brother-in-law. As the not-so meet cutes add up, Mac is sure that uptight Thomas is the last man that a free-spirit like her should want. Only the more time she spends with him, the more Mac realizes that the man she can't get away from has become the same one that she wants to keep close . . ..................................................'Witty banter, a "phew, that's hot" romance and the author's adept ability to bring her characters and their experiences off the page and into your life' USA Today'The word charm is pretty much synonymous with Lauren Layne' Hypable'Fans of Nora Ephron will adore this' LORI NELSON SPIELMAN'As light and refreshing as a glass of champagne . . . will have you smiling from the first swoon-worthy page to the last' JILL SHALVIS'Lauren Layne's books are as effervescent and delicious as a brunch mimosa. As soon as you read one, you're going to want another - IMMEDIATELY!' KAREN HAWKINS'Lauren Layne is a master at sexy banter and funny dialogue' BookPageWant more fun, fresh, flirty and very sexy rom-com? Check out all of Lauren's books! Don't miss:Made in ManhattanTo Sir, With LoveThe PrenupThe Central Park Pact seriesOxford seriesWedding Belles seriesI Do, I Don't seriesLove, Unexpectedly series
You Always Change the Love of Your Life: [For Another Love or Another Life]
by Amalia AndradeA beautifully illustrated interactive roadmap for getting over a broken heartA broken heart can feel like the end of the world, but bestselling author and illustrator Amalia Andrade knows this simply isn't true. Change is not a defeat or a surrender, but rather a promise. Because if the "love of your life" doesn't work out, there is always a chance for something new-a new love, or a new life.When Amalia was faced with her own heartbreak, she knew she couldn't let herself get lost in despair. With her sunshiny outlook, electrifying energy, and unique sense of humor, she constructed the ultimate first aid kit: an interactive guide to getting over someone through reflections, recipes, and lots of ingenious ideas for transforming a negative experience into a liberating one.In these pages, you'll find the secret code for interpreting text-message read receipts, loving odes to Beyoncé, the ideal playlist for crying in the shower, and much, much more. You Always Change the Love of Your Life reveals the secret to mending your heart and maybe even opening it up again: in love and in lovelessness, we are never alone.
You Always Change the Love of Your Life: [For Another Love or Another Life]
by Amalia AndradeA beautifully illustrated interactive roadmap for getting over a broken heartA broken heart can feel like the end of the world, but bestselling author and illustrator Amalia Andrade knows this simply isn't true. Change is not a defeat or a surrender, but rather a promise. Because if the "love of your life" doesn't work out, there is always a chance for something new-a new love, or a new life.When Amalia was faced with her own heartbreak, she knew she couldn't let herself get lost in despair. With her sunshiny outlook, electrifying energy, and unique sense of humor, she constructed the ultimate first aid kit: an interactive guide to getting over someone through reflections, recipes, and lots of ingenious ideas for transforming a negative experience into a liberating one.In these pages, you'll find the secret code for interpreting text-message read receipts, loving odes to Beyoncé, the ideal playlist for crying in the shower, and much, much more. You Always Change the Love of Your Life reveals the secret to mending your heart and maybe even opening it up again: in love and in lovelessness, we are never alone.
You and Me, Always
by Jill MansellInternational bestseller Jill Mansell crafts a deliciously romantic story about love, loss and secrets that just can't be keptNothing stays secret forever, least of all love...On the morning of her twenty-fifth birthday, Lily Harper opens the very last letter written to her by her beloved mother, who died when she was eight. Learning about the first and only real love of her mom's life is a revelation.The same momentous day, Lily meets Eddie Tessler, an actor fleeing fame who could change her world in unimaginable ways. But her childhood friend Dan has his own reasons for not wanting Lily to get too carried away by Eddie's attentions.As secrets past and present begin to emerge, Lily's not sure what-or who-to believe. But one thing is clear: in the beautiful Cotswold village of Stanton Langley, nothing will ever be the same again...
You And Me, Always: An uplifting novel of love and friendship
by Jill MansellJill Mansell's YOU AND ME, ALWAYS is a deliciously romantic and poignant listen about love, loss and how nothing can stay hidden for ever... If you love the novels of Milly Johnson and Lucy Diamond, you won't want to miss Jill Mansell. 'Achingly romantic... we loved it!' HeatLily's always been surrounded by love.Ever since her mother died, she's been cared for by friends who are as close as any family. Coral, her mum's best friend; Patsy, her old babysitter - and even Dan, Patsy's incorrigible younger brother - have always been there for her. But when the chance comes to meet the man who was the love of her mother's life, Lily knows she has to take it. Getting to know him could change everything, and not just for Lily...Read for you by Earphones Award Winner Susie Riddell. (P)2016 Headline Digital
You And Me, Always: An uplifting novel of love and friendship
by Jill MansellJill Mansell's YOU AND ME, ALWAYS is a deliciously romantic and poignant read about love, loss and how nothing can stay hidden for ever... If you love the novels of Milly Johnson and Lucy Diamond, you won't want to miss Jill Mansell. 'Achingly romantic... we loved it!' HeatLily's always been surrounded by love.Ever since her mother died, she's been cared for by friends who are as close as any family. Coral, her mum's best friend; Patsy, her old babysitter - and even Dan, Patsy's incorrigible younger brother - have always been there for her. But when the chance comes to meet the man who was the love of her mother's life, Lily knows she has to take it. Getting to know him could change everything, and not just for Lily...What readers are saying about You And Me, Always: 'Fabulous, fun, flirty characters and a story that cracks along at a delicious pace. Another winner!' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'Filled with laughter and tears, friendship and love, You and Me, Always is an uplifting tale filled with soul stirring characters - I became sincerely invested in everybody's outcome' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A lovely, warm and humorous read and nothing less than I expected from one of my favourite authors' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
You And Me, Always: An uplifting novel of love and friendship
by Jill MansellJill Mansell's YOU AND ME, ALWAYS is a deliciously romantic and poignant read about love, loss and how nothing can stay hidden for ever... If you love the novels of Milly Johnson and Lucy Diamond, you won't want to miss Jill Mansell. 'Achingly romantic... we loved it!' HeatLily's always been surrounded by love.Ever since her mother died, she's been cared for by friends who are as close as any family. Coral, her mum's best friend; Patsy, her old babysitter - and even Dan, Patsy's incorrigible younger brother - have always been there for her. But when the chance comes to meet the man who was the love of her mother's life, Lily knows she has to take it. Getting to know him could change everything, and not just for Lily...What readers are saying about You And Me, Always: 'Fabulous, fun, flirty characters and a story that cracks along at a delicious pace. Another winner!' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'Filled with laughter and tears, friendship and love, You and Me, Always is an uplifting tale filled with soul stirring characters - I became sincerely invested in everybody's outcome' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A lovely, warm and humorous read and nothing less than I expected from one of my favourite authors' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
You Are 24 Carrot Gold: Words of love for someone who's worth their weight in root vegetables
by PyramidThere's always that one pearson who's the cherry on top, the cool beans, the pea's knees. Tell them they're amaizeing with this little book of upbeat and adorkable fruit puns. #squashgoalsAbout the seriesThis cute and colourful series of fruit-pun-filled gift books are the perfect pick-me-ups for you, your friend or your partner in crime. Do you need to avocuddle, or are you grapeful for someone who's a bit of a melon? Then share the clove with these little books: AvoCuddle, WhataMelon, You are my Raisin for Living, Don't Give a Fig, I am Grapeful, You are 24 Carrot Gold.*veg, nuts and seeds are fair game
You Are 24 Carrot Gold: Words of Love for Someone Who's Worth Their Weight in Root Vegetables
by XxxxxxThere’s always that one pearson who’s the cherry on top, the cool beans, the pea’s knees. Tell them they’re amaizeing with this little book of upbeat and adorkable fruit puns.This cute and colorful series of fruit-pun-filled gift books are the perfect pick-me-ups for you, your friend or your partner in crime. Do you need to avocuddle, or are you grapeful for someone who’s 24 carrot gold?? Then share the clove with these little books: AvoCuddle, and You are 24 Carrot Gold.*veg, nuts and seeds are fair game
You Are 24 Carrot Gold: Words of love for someone who's worth their weight in root vegetables
by You Are 24 Carrot GoldThere's always that one pearson who's the cherry on top, the cool beans, the pea's knees. Tell them they're amaizeing with this little book of upbeat and adorkable fruit puns. #squashgoalsAbout the seriesThis cute and colourful series of fruit-pun-filled gift books are the perfect pick-me-ups for you, your friend or your partner in crime. Do you need to avocuddle, or are you grapeful for someone who's a bit of a melon? Then share the clove with these little books: AvoCuddle, WhataMelon, You are my Raisin for Living, Don't Give a Fig, I am Grapeful, You are 24 Carrot Gold.*veg, nuts and seeds are fair game
You Are a Complete Disappointment: A Triumphant Memoir of Failed Expectations
by Mike Edison“A fine storyteller, quick and witty” explores his relationship with his verbally abusive father in a memoir at once hilarious and heartbreaking (Booklist).“You are a complete disappointment.” On his deathbed, Mike Edison’s father gasped those words to his son—and that was just the beginning of his devastating salvo. For anyone who has ever suffered from parental bullying, this often-hilarious yet intensely heartbreaking memoir from the former High Times publisher will provide both solace and laughter. It begins with a child’s hunger for love and acceptance and continues through years of withering criticism, perverse expectations, and unfounded competition from a narcissistic father who couldn’t tolerate his son’s happiness and libertine spirit. In the end, the author unravels a relationship that could never be fixed—but perhaps didn’t need to be. In the spirit of Augusten Burroughs by way of Jeannette Walls, Edison’s memoir is a candid, devastating, and deeply funny read.“[The author] gives the heavy stuff appropriate weight without letting it pull down the lighter moments, like his father’s memorable outburst over a meatball pizza. Edison’s soul-searching creates a moving tribute to being oneself.” —Booklist“His candor and honesty will no doubt connect with many readers who also feel doomed to fail their fathers. Edison’s own demonstration of the long, difficult, but sometimes humorous road toward compassion will pave the way for others to follow in his footsteps.” —Rain Taxi
You Are a F*cking Awesome Mom: So Embrace the Chaos, Get Over the Guilt, and Be True to You
by Leslie Anne BruceA much-needed voice of encouragement for every woman who had a baby and lost her mindSometimes, motherhood feels never-ending. A child is born, chaos ensues, and it seems like life will never return to normal.In You Are a F*cking Awesome Mom, award-winning journalist and Instagram star Leslie Anne Bruce acknowledges that, yes, motherhood is a total mind f*ck-but then she offers the self-empowerment lessons new mothers need to get through the psychic upheaval and emerge stronger than ever. After childbirth, a woman's body, her relationships, and her very sense of self are tested like never before. Bruce encourages readers to look past the sugarcoated truisms about the miracles of child-rearing in order to embrace the real joys of motherhood, spit-up stains and all.Loaded with unfettered support from a mom who has been through it all, You Are a F*cking Awesome Mom offers a lifeline of encouragement, inspiration, and community for the new mama who got a baby, lost her mind, and desperately wants to find herself again.
You Are A Dog: Life Through the Eyes of Man's Best Friend
by Terry BainA hilarious, captivating commentary that gives us--finally--a true dog's-eye view of the world. - The Sofa: "The sofa is Position One. The sofa makes you feel as if you are with your people even when your people are gone. " - The Toilet: "The advantage of drinking from the toilet is that the water is always fresh. " - The Baby: "Often known as She Who Randomly Flings Food from the Table, the baby has the most flavorful, ever-changing face of all your people. " "After reading "You Are a Dog, you will start thinking like a dog. " --Bash Dibra, celebrity pet trainer and author of "DogSpeak ""You Are a Dog should be the talk of every dog run in the U. S. With humor, and more bite than one might expect, Terry Bain helps us to see the world through the eyes of our dogs, and to look at their lives in fresh and insightful ways. " --Jon Katz, author of "A Dog Year, "The New Work of Dogs, and "The Dogs of Bedlam Farm "Terry Bain has cracked the canine code to demystify those charming, endearing, and,occasionally bizarre habits our beloved dogs exhibit. "You Are a Dog is equal parts witty and warm, sweet and sympathetic--read this and be destined to meet your dog at a richer, deeper level. "--Dr. Marty Becker, veterinary contributor for "Good Morning America, author of "The Healing Power of Pets
You Are Good at Things: A Checklist
by Andy SelsbergHandily arranged in checklist format, particularly useful for those readers good at making lists, this is a celebration of all the little things that the human race excels at. Affirmation comes for those who can finish other people's sentences, fall asleep on public transport, fix the toilet merely by jiggling the handle, remember what used to be somewhere and sit through the end of film credits.
You Are Here: The new novel by the author of global sensation ONE DAY
by David NichollsThe new novel by the author of One Day, now a major Netflix seriesA highlight for 2024 for the Sunday Times, Guardian, Independent, New Statesman, i, Observer, Grazia, GQ, Harper's Bazaar, Irish Times, Sunday Independent, Prima, Good Housekeeping, Daily Record'A triumph, a real gift of a novel'SUNDAY TIMES'A great comic novel . . . The reader becomes so invested in the outcome of this unspectacular, everyday, cagoule-clad romance that it makes the whole world shimmer with a kind of secret possibility'OBSERVER'Nicholls's knack for warm characters, funny dialogue and superb scene-setting is as spot-on as ever'DAILY MAIL'Refreshing . . . the romance has sincerity and authenticity'GUARDIAN'I read David Nicholls' new book You Are Here - you'll love it as much as One Day . . . Probably his best yet'INDEPENDENT'Few contemporary writers make characters feel as human as David Nicholls does'BBC.com'The irresistible feel of a classic romance'MAIL ON SUNDAY'I loved You Are Here even more than One Day'RED MAGAZINE'Romantic, funny and hopeful'DOLLY ALDERTON, author of Good Material'Tender, wise and joyful. I inhaled it'JOJO MOYES, author of Me Before You'Gorgeously witty and joyful, kind and sad: a book you do not want to be away from'KATHERINE RUNDELL, author of Super-Infinite'The genius who gave us One Day has written another classic and funny love story'MATT HAIG, author of The Midnight Library'I loved it'BONNIE GARMUS, author of Lessons in Chemistry'Magnificent'MARIAN KEYES, author of My Favourite MistakeSometimes you need to get lost to find your wayMarnie is stuck. Stuck working alone in her London flat, stuck battling the long afternoons and a life that often feels like it's passing her by.Michael is coming undone. Reeling from his wife's departure, increasingly reclusive, taking himself on long, solitary walks across the moors and fells. When a persistent mutual friend and some very English weather conspire to bring them together, Marnie and Michael suddenly find themselves alone on the most epic of walks and on the precipice of a new friendship.But can they survive the journey?A new love story by beloved bestseller David Nicholls, You Are Here is a novel of first encounters, second chances and finding the way home.ONE OF BRITAIN'S MOST ACCLAIMED WRITERS 'One of the most astute chroniclers of England as it is now' FINANCIAL TIMES 'An uncanny ability to make us laugh out loud, but also care passionately about his characters' DAILY TELEGRAPH 'Nicholls writes with such tender precision about love' THE TIMES 'No one else writes novels that are both relatable and revelatory in the way he does' EVENING STANDARD 'Genuinely brilliant' NEW STATESMAN
You Are Here: the new must-read from the Kindle bestselling author
by Eva WoodsLife doesn't come with a map. Maybe you're going the right way after all.It is the morning of Ellie Warren's wedding day and she is hiding under her childhood bed. She cannot shake the feeling that she isn't where she's supposed to be - the marriage, that is - but she can't work out how she ended up here or where exactly she should be. Ellie knows there wasn't just one decision that led her to this day. Her life is made up of billions of choices but some of them must have changed the course of her life forever. Ellie is sure that if she can just find those moments, work out where she went wrong in the past, then maybe she can make things right in the present. But what if Ellie is exactly where she is meant to be? What if all the missed opportunities and paths never taken are leading her to happiness? You Are Here is a novel about how the tiniest of choices can cause ripples through our lives. In the tradition of Sliding Doors and In Five Years, this novel explores what could have been while also reminding us to have a little faith in what's about to happen.------------------------Praise for Eva Woods and her novels:'Uplifting' Independent'Life-affirming' Adele Parks'Smart and wise' Tasmina Perry'Touching and thought-provoking' Holly Miller, author of The Sight of You
You Are My Raisin for Living: Words for someone who's just the pea's knees
by PyramidWhen your heart is pumpkin for the one who holds the kiwi to your heart, let them know you clove them with this little book of upbeat and adorkable fruit puns. #callmemaypeaAbout the series This cute and colourful series of fruit-pun-filled gift books are the perfect pick-me-ups for you, your friend or your partner in crime. Do you need to avocuddle, or are you grapeful for someone who's a bit of a melon? Then share the clove with these little books: AvoCuddle, WhataMelon, You are my Raisin for Living, Don't Give a Fig, I am Grapeful, You are 24 Carrot Gold. *veg, nuts and seeds are fair game
You Are My Raisin for Living: Words for someone who's just the pea's knees
by You Are My Raisin For LivingWhen your heart is pumpkin for the one who holds the kiwi to your heart, let them know you clove them with this little book of upbeat and adorkable fruit puns. #callmemaypeaAbout the series This cute and colourful series of fruit-pun-filled gift books are the perfect pick-me-ups for you, your friend or your partner in crime. Do you need to avocuddle, or are you grapeful for someone who's a bit of a melon? Then share the clove with these little books: AvoCuddle, WhataMelon, You are my Raisin for Living, Don't Give a Fig, I am Grapeful, You are 24 Carrot Gold. *veg, nuts and seeds are fair game
You Are My Sunshine: A Story of Love, Promises, and a Really Long Bike Ride
by Sean DietrichA laugh-out-loud funny true story of a loving relationship, a grand adventure, and a promise kept. It was only a few years after the starry-eyed young couple got married when scary news threatened to take the wind out of their sails. But Sean Dietrich's wife, Jamie, wouldn't let it. She dared to hope for and plan for a great big adventure, and she made him promise to do it with her. For love and the promise of biscuits along the way, Sean--who was never an athlete of any kind--undertook the bike ride of a lifetime and lived to talk about it. In this true-life tale, master storyteller Sean Dietrich--also known as the beloved columnist and creator of the blog and podcast "Sean of the South"--shares their hilarious, touching, and sometimes terrifying story of the long bike ride to conquer The Great Allegheny Passage and the C&O Canal Towpath trail. As you laugh out loud through every hard-won mile and lose yourself in his signature poignancy, you'll experience a great adventure that, in the end, will remind you of what's most important in life, the value of keeping your promises, and the importance of connection in your most treasured relationships. A feel-good read you won't be able to put down, You Are My Sunshine dares you to hope for an adventure of your own.
You Are Not Small (You Are Not Small #1)
by Anna KangTwo fuzzy creatures can't agree on who is small and who is big, until a couple of surprise guests show up, settling it once and for all!The simple text of Anna Kang and bold illustrations of The New Yorker cartoonist Christopher Weyant tell an original and very funny story about size - it all depends on who's standing next to you!Visit Christopher at www.christopherweyant.com.
You Are Not So Smart: Why You Have Too Many Friends on Facebook, Why Your Memory Is Mostly Fiction, an d 46 Other Ways You're Deluding Yourself
by David McraneyAn entertaining illumination of the stupid beliefs that make us feel wise. You believe you are a rational, logical being who sees the world as it really is, but journalist David McRaney is here to tell you that you're as deluded as the rest of us. But that's OK- delusions keep us sane. You Are Not So Smart is a celebration of self-delusion. It's like a psychology class, with all the boring parts taken out, and with no homework.Based on the popular blog of the same name, You Are Not So Smart collects more than 46 of the lies we tell ourselves everyday, including: Dunbar's Number - Humans evolved to live in bands of roughly 150 individuals, the brain cannot handle more than that number. If you have more than 150 Facebook friends, they are surely not all real friends. Hindsight bias - When we learn something new, we reassure ourselves that we knew it all along. Confirmation bias - Our brains resist new ideas, instead paying attention only to findings that reinforce our preconceived notions. Brand loyalty - We reach for the same brand not because we trust its quality but because we want to reassure ourselves that we made a smart choice the last time we bought it. Packed with interesting sidebars and quick guides on cognition and common fallacies, You Are Not So Smart is a fascinating synthesis of cutting-edge psychology research to turn our minds inside out.