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The Horse in My Garage and Other Stories is a hilarious addition to Patrick F. McManus’s existing work in humor. The author weighs in on his childhood, everyday life, and outdoor tales with his typical exaggerated commentary that will elicit a belly laugh from all types of listeners. Read about the antics of Patrick’s friends Rancid Crabtree and Retch Sweeney in such stories as “Shaping Up for the Hunt” and “Bear Hunters”, and much more!

Step into the extraordinary with Weird History Stories. Dive into the captivating world of history's quirks and curiosities as this book unveils a collection of intriguing tales. From peculiar incidents to astonishing discoveries, this volume presents an array of interesting stories in history, guaranteed to pique the curiosity of readers young and old. Explore the lesser-known corners of the past, where fact is indeed stranger than fiction.Here are just a few of the many stories you'll read about: Hear about Sam Patch and his propensity to jump off of waterfalls Learn about some of the ...

The Laugh-Out-Loud Library – Funny Stories for Every Mood Welcome to the wackiest library in the world… where nothing makes sense and that’s exactly the point! From homework that hides in the sock drawer to dragons who sneeze fireballs, The Laugh-Out-Loud Library – Funny Stories for Every Mood is a wonderfully weird collection of tales designed to tickle funny bones, twist your imagination, and leave readers (and reluctant readers) rolling on the floor snorting with laughter. Perfect for bedtime, giggle-time, or anytime a child needs a blast of silly fun, this book is packed with ...

Pour yourself a cup of something warm and settle into a world where kitchens glow with laughter, memories linger around the table, and gratitude fills every room. Short Stories for Seniors with Humor and Heart is a delightful collection of easy-to-read, large-print short stories that capture the magic of Thanksgiving and the beauty of everyday kindness. From the chaos of a family feast gone sideways to the quiet comfort of a shared meal, each tale celebrates gratitude, connection, and the simple joy of being together. 🎁 The perfect gift for parents, grandparents, or anyone who loves feel...

4 BONUS BOOKS INCLUDED WITH KINDLE! OVER 600 PAGES OF INTENSE MEDICAL STORIES! -Extraordinary encounters. Unexpected humor. Endless challenges. Life-threatening diseases. Unthinkable trauma.- From peculiar conditions and mysterious ailments to remarkable recoveries and perplexing medical mysteries, Stat: Crazy Medical Stories, draws from real-life accounts. Each chapter unveils crazy medical cases as narrated by the healthcare professionals themselves. The stories take you on a captivating journey across various disciplines, including general medicine, surgery, psychiatry, and more. Prepare...

Join the Librarian as he does his best to make the post-apocalyptic world a better place by protecting the weak, fighting injustice, squaring off against a group of former renaissance fair workers who have established a kingdom in the Rocky Mountains, and so on. Can one man make a difference in the face of such murderous cannibals and super smart bears? Probably not.

A Remarkable Gift Under $20 for Seniors or Anyone Cherishing Nostalgic Golden Years Take a stroll down memory lane with heartfelt stories crafted especially for seniors. From the vibrant 1940s to the transformative 2000s, Uplifting Short Stories for Seniors brings the essence of each decade to life through light, inspiring, and nostalgic tales. With 100 thoughtfully selected stories, we’ve also included an EXTRA bonus of 20 additional stories, making this collection even more delightful. That’s 120 stories in total, providing endless moments of joy and reflection for you or your loved ...

Was there any particular reason that, near the end of your lives, you suddenly stopped buying Bounty paper towels? So begins the first question from Bounty’s market research representative to Paul and Maggie. In this unique short story, a couple who died suddenly in their 50s recounts their use of Bounty paper towels and their sudden switch to a bargain brand near the end of their lives. What appears to be a run-of-the-mill spat between spouses at the Stop & Shop is revealed to be a defining moment of a marriage years in decline.

The master storyteller amuses and entertains with a collection of stories which includes: "The Man Who Corrupted Hadleyburg", "The Double Barrelled Detective Story", "The Jumping Frog of Calaveras County", "The Million Dollar Bank Note", "Benton and Mills", "A Tale", "Cannibalism in the Cars", "The Stolen White Elephant", "The Man Who Put Up at Gadsby's", "The Good Little Boy", "The Bad Little Boy", and "Baker's Blue Jay Yarn".

Eighteen of the very best American short stories, each a classic in its own right. Stories include "The Little Frenchman and his Water Lots", by George Pope Morris; "The Angel of the Odd", by Edgar Allan Poe; "The Schoolmasters’s Progress", by Caroline M.S. Kirkland; "The Watkinson Evening", by Eliza Leslie; "Titbottom’s Spectacles", by George William Curtis; "My Double and "How He Undid Me", by Edward Everett Hale; "A Visit to the Asylum for Aged and Decayed Punsters", by Oliver Wendell; and more.

A Killer Creeps...But Ivy and Watson Move Quicker Threatening notes appear on the teacups at the Tea Room’s grand reopening, and one of them leads to murder. Ivy Sinclair, a former Chicago journalist, now writes columns for The Maplewood Bulletin. She expected quiet days and long walks with Watson, her loyal beagle. Instead, Mrs. Osgood—the town’s nosiest gossip—collapses after sipping from a poisoned cup. Officer Roberts brushes off her concerns. Ivy turns instead to Watson’s keen nose and to her neighbor Alice, who can get anyone talking. The vanishing notes cause panic. Soon, ...

Sally has recently left an unfulfilling job to volunteer at a living history museum, where she is assigned to the Death House. Every day, she dons Victorian mourning garb and describes traditional funeral services to tourists. It sounds depressing as hell, but for Sally, it’s less depressing than her tepid marriage to her childhood sweetheart. This becomes all too clear when she accidentally travels through time and space to a liminal world where the ghosts of the living history museum haunt its grounds. There, she meets and falls hard for Victorian-era pretty boy Nathaniel.

One drunk night. One dating quiz. One very grumpy alien husband. Harper Valdez thought she was taking a joke personality quiz. She woke up on an alien planet, matched to a seven-foot blue commander who looks at her like she's a math problem he can't solve. Commander Vyrak wanted a proper Vraxian mate. Instead, he got a sarcastic human in taco pajamas who argues with him, breaks every cultural rule, and accidentally proposes to him twice in the first week. They have thirty days to dissolve the match. The only problem? His tail keeps reaching for her. Her heart keeps racing when he's near. ...

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H.H. Munro (Saki) is one of the undisputed masters of the short story. In this complete compendium, the full gamut of his subjects and themes is experienced. His stories are imbued with humorous satire, biting irony, and often the macabre, all of which have one target: the stupidities and hypocrisies of Edwardian upper-class society.

When pets investigate, you can be sure the fur will fly. When two kids go missing on Hallowe’en, the task of finding them provokes a Buster versus Amber challenge. The dog can follow the scent, but the cat will use her brains. Who will find the children first? And where are they anyway? But Felicity’s pets aren’t the only ones trying to solve this case. Her niece, Mindy, is out in the dark too. There’s a mob forming outside a suspiciously derelict and overgrown house, but is the lady inside really a witch? In the ultimate test of feline against canine and pets against humans, who ...

Dive into the complete Nosy Neighbor Mystery Series, where bestselling author Cynthia Hickey delivers laugh-out-loud humor, heart-pounding suspense, and unforgettable small-town whodunits. Follow Stormi Nelson, a bestselling romance writer turned amateur sleuth, as she juggles quirky neighbors, unexpected romance, and murder cases that strike a little too close to home. From discovering dead bodies in vats of chocolate to surviving skincare parties gone wrong, unmasking obsessed stalkers, and navigating family vacations turned deadly, Stormi’s life in Oak Meadows Estates, Arkansas, is ...

A Blooming Festival, Bitter Rivalries, and One Very Dead Judge When Maplewood’s annual Garden Tour begins, Ivy Sinclair expects gossip and rivalry. Not murder. A former Chicago journalist turned small-town columnist, Ivy still studies how Maplewood works. She notices what others miss. She asks questions people avoid. Myra Penn, the Garden Tour’s head judge, was found dead in a greenhouse. Ivy refuses to believe it was an accident. Her loyal beagle, Watson, stays close. Her neighbor Alice offers tea, cookies, and steady advice. Ivy begins to dig. A club president fighting to save her ...

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Four ridiculously silly stories with Henry, Lassie, Murdock, and some surprise guests.