Author: Lyle Meyers
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595160298
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
One reader’s account of the story is: “An ample supply of adventure and hilarity in an entertaining trip across our land featuring a magnificent landscape of characters that comprise America.” The tale involves a cash-starved farmer who attempts to supplement his income by delivery driving motor homes from factory to dealers through the nation and Canada. His intentions are in constant battle between his bad self and good, in opposition from his wife and friends, and in conflict with his farming obligations. Themes cover how this “scaredy-cat wimp” strangely obtains the position, driving up mountains twice unintentionally, trouble and woe when making deliveries to various destinations, weather problems, kidnapping, mechanical breakdowns, a drivers room where arguments flow fast and loose, advice on how to overcome sleepiness while driving, furrowing little pigs while the wife was having a baby, trips to Canada that went sour, ridiculous advice given to motor home drivers, churches that should not have been attended, as well as silly descriptions of motor homes, difficulties following employer’s demands, and facing dealers with impossible expectations. This is a fast-paced tale of travel, adventure, humor, farming, motor homes, and weird characters. A surprise ending waits!
Misadventures of a Motor Home Driver
Author: Lyle Meyers
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595160298
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
One reader’s account of the story is: “An ample supply of adventure and hilarity in an entertaining trip across our land featuring a magnificent landscape of characters that comprise America.” The tale involves a cash-starved farmer who attempts to supplement his income by delivery driving motor homes from factory to dealers through the nation and Canada. His intentions are in constant battle between his bad self and good, in opposition from his wife and friends, and in conflict with his farming obligations. Themes cover how this “scaredy-cat wimp” strangely obtains the position, driving up mountains twice unintentionally, trouble and woe when making deliveries to various destinations, weather problems, kidnapping, mechanical breakdowns, a drivers room where arguments flow fast and loose, advice on how to overcome sleepiness while driving, furrowing little pigs while the wife was having a baby, trips to Canada that went sour, ridiculous advice given to motor home drivers, churches that should not have been attended, as well as silly descriptions of motor homes, difficulties following employer’s demands, and facing dealers with impossible expectations. This is a fast-paced tale of travel, adventure, humor, farming, motor homes, and weird characters. A surprise ending waits!
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595160298
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
One reader’s account of the story is: “An ample supply of adventure and hilarity in an entertaining trip across our land featuring a magnificent landscape of characters that comprise America.” The tale involves a cash-starved farmer who attempts to supplement his income by delivery driving motor homes from factory to dealers through the nation and Canada. His intentions are in constant battle between his bad self and good, in opposition from his wife and friends, and in conflict with his farming obligations. Themes cover how this “scaredy-cat wimp” strangely obtains the position, driving up mountains twice unintentionally, trouble and woe when making deliveries to various destinations, weather problems, kidnapping, mechanical breakdowns, a drivers room where arguments flow fast and loose, advice on how to overcome sleepiness while driving, furrowing little pigs while the wife was having a baby, trips to Canada that went sour, ridiculous advice given to motor home drivers, churches that should not have been attended, as well as silly descriptions of motor homes, difficulties following employer’s demands, and facing dealers with impossible expectations. This is a fast-paced tale of travel, adventure, humor, farming, motor homes, and weird characters. A surprise ending waits!
The Road Trip
Author: M.L. Roberts
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 154626678X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 61
Book Description
When the spirit for adventure strikes, a bargain buy on a used motorhome, spontaneous travel plans, and a quirky mother-in-law make for an unforgettable and extremely eventful summer vacation for the Roberts family. Enjoy the comical escapades of the family as they travel from the Tampa Bay area for their first camping expedition in the sunny Florida Keys, and then experience the unexpected while heading cross-country to the Midwest in the bargain home on wheels. It’s a hilarious adventure that will keep you bouncing in your captain seat!
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 154626678X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 61
Book Description
When the spirit for adventure strikes, a bargain buy on a used motorhome, spontaneous travel plans, and a quirky mother-in-law make for an unforgettable and extremely eventful summer vacation for the Roberts family. Enjoy the comical escapades of the family as they travel from the Tampa Bay area for their first camping expedition in the sunny Florida Keys, and then experience the unexpected while heading cross-country to the Midwest in the bargain home on wheels. It’s a hilarious adventure that will keep you bouncing in your captain seat!
Director of the Tours
Author: Fred Colvin
Publisher: Publication Consultants
ISBN: 159433207X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
The State of Alaska is endlessly in the national news--whether the news be political, adventurous, or simply a report on odd occurrences (of which our state seems to have an abundance). Director of the Tours is an attempt by the author to report on both humorous and touching stories relating to the more than one million visitors whom choose to visit Alaska aboard cruise ships each summer. Thirty-five stories concern the author’s interactions in unique situations during his ten years of leading guests on mostly five and six day land tours. These tours stretch from Seward, in South Central Alaska to the Alaska interior city of Fairbanks. Another 11 stories relate to events occurring in winter, when we tour directors are encouraged to jump on board any cruise ship (space available), anywhere in the world—and get a feel for what our guests get to experience on these luxury liners. The author hopes you will enjoy these stories.
Publisher: Publication Consultants
ISBN: 159433207X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
The State of Alaska is endlessly in the national news--whether the news be political, adventurous, or simply a report on odd occurrences (of which our state seems to have an abundance). Director of the Tours is an attempt by the author to report on both humorous and touching stories relating to the more than one million visitors whom choose to visit Alaska aboard cruise ships each summer. Thirty-five stories concern the author’s interactions in unique situations during his ten years of leading guests on mostly five and six day land tours. These tours stretch from Seward, in South Central Alaska to the Alaska interior city of Fairbanks. Another 11 stories relate to events occurring in winter, when we tour directors are encouraged to jump on board any cruise ship (space available), anywhere in the world—and get a feel for what our guests get to experience on these luxury liners. The author hopes you will enjoy these stories.
Grill!
Author: Diane Stegman
Publisher: CCB Publishing
ISBN: 1927360471
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Denise, a middle-aged idealist, cashes her last $400 paycheck and drives south with her two Chihuahuas in search of a summer job that will renew her weary spirit. As she drives through a national park in Northern California, Denise stumbles upon a job as a fast-fry cook at Hacienda RV Park and seizes the promising opportunity. Unfortunately, her job behind the grill turns out to be more complicated than flipping burgers and transforms her working vacation into a trip comparable to the psych ward. As she falls deeper into the tangled web created by her dysfunctional, dangerous, and inept coworkers, Denise struggles to make this working vacation a positive time in her life and, at the least, come out of it alive. Reading GRILL! takes you to a place you never want to go; and a job that no one should ever have to endure. At the same time, there will be those of you who will completely identify with Denise, the place, and the job; those who have also been grilled to a crisp in a whacked-out environment. About the Author Diane Stegman has been an artist throughout most of her life and spends her free time painting or writing. She owned and operated a custom picture framing shop in Carmel Valley for thirteen years and currently resides in the high desert of southern California with her parents, tending to their daily needs and health concerns. Diane is the proud mother of two grown sons and grandmother of four grandchildren. This is her first published book.
Publisher: CCB Publishing
ISBN: 1927360471
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Denise, a middle-aged idealist, cashes her last $400 paycheck and drives south with her two Chihuahuas in search of a summer job that will renew her weary spirit. As she drives through a national park in Northern California, Denise stumbles upon a job as a fast-fry cook at Hacienda RV Park and seizes the promising opportunity. Unfortunately, her job behind the grill turns out to be more complicated than flipping burgers and transforms her working vacation into a trip comparable to the psych ward. As she falls deeper into the tangled web created by her dysfunctional, dangerous, and inept coworkers, Denise struggles to make this working vacation a positive time in her life and, at the least, come out of it alive. Reading GRILL! takes you to a place you never want to go; and a job that no one should ever have to endure. At the same time, there will be those of you who will completely identify with Denise, the place, and the job; those who have also been grilled to a crisp in a whacked-out environment. About the Author Diane Stegman has been an artist throughout most of her life and spends her free time painting or writing. She owned and operated a custom picture framing shop in Carmel Valley for thirteen years and currently resides in the high desert of southern California with her parents, tending to their daily needs and health concerns. Diane is the proud mother of two grown sons and grandmother of four grandchildren. This is her first published book.
The Misadventures of Callie Compton
Author: Alyson Root
Publisher: A.Root
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
It’s not everyday you find out that your sweet, sweater knitting, church going grandma is the UK’s most prolific crime boss. For Callie Compton, that day became a reality on her eighteenth birthday. Not being criminally inclined, Callie did the only thing she could. She bided her time, stole her grandma’s little black book of scumbag employees, and ran for her life. Six years later Callie finds herself in a small café in Sweden, her Spidey sense is tingling. Someone is watching her. How did they catch her trail? And what is she going to do next? Daisy Simpson knew from the age of sixteen that Callie’s grandma was a bad person, just like her own dad. How she regrets not telling Callie before leaving for university all those years ago. Maybe then Callie wouldn’t have disappeared without telling her. Not only was Callie her best friend, and first unrequited love, she was also Daisy’s biggest supporter. Being born deaf into a family like hers wasn’t easy. Using skills she’s not at liberty to discuss, Daisy tracks Callie to Sweden. After a few days of playing hide and seek, Callie and Daisy are finally reunited. The duo set out to bring Betty, aka Queen B, to her knees. Easy, right? Wrong! Callie and Daisy must navigate their growing feelings toward each other, deal with several less than happy women, overcome flooded caves and one raging bull. This is no adventure. It’s quite the opposite.
Publisher: A.Root
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
It’s not everyday you find out that your sweet, sweater knitting, church going grandma is the UK’s most prolific crime boss. For Callie Compton, that day became a reality on her eighteenth birthday. Not being criminally inclined, Callie did the only thing she could. She bided her time, stole her grandma’s little black book of scumbag employees, and ran for her life. Six years later Callie finds herself in a small café in Sweden, her Spidey sense is tingling. Someone is watching her. How did they catch her trail? And what is she going to do next? Daisy Simpson knew from the age of sixteen that Callie’s grandma was a bad person, just like her own dad. How she regrets not telling Callie before leaving for university all those years ago. Maybe then Callie wouldn’t have disappeared without telling her. Not only was Callie her best friend, and first unrequited love, she was also Daisy’s biggest supporter. Being born deaf into a family like hers wasn’t easy. Using skills she’s not at liberty to discuss, Daisy tracks Callie to Sweden. After a few days of playing hide and seek, Callie and Daisy are finally reunited. The duo set out to bring Betty, aka Queen B, to her knees. Easy, right? Wrong! Callie and Daisy must navigate their growing feelings toward each other, deal with several less than happy women, overcome flooded caves and one raging bull. This is no adventure. It’s quite the opposite.
An American Family Saga
Author: Jerry Harrison
Publisher: Fulton Books, Inc.
ISBN:
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
This author skillfully introduces you to the captivating, wide-ranging experiences of his family in this nontraditional saga. Beginning with the hilarious misadventures of his children, he provides spellbinding insights into the antics of individuals in his family. You'll learn about a Fruit Loop cannon, the tooth fairy that gave rise to a mummy, a latrine queen, a hand that would fit through a ring, a chain sparking off into the distance, and too many other adventures to cover in this short paragraph. He even brings to life an unforgettable family dog, Julio, who gave his family a lesson on how to live. In stories about himself, you'll laugh at his effort to buy a mink coat, his football fan encounter, an organ concert at Boys Town, wiggling wieners, and other extraordinary occurrences. You'll ride with him on an aerobatic jet ride, be mesmerized by unforgettable visions from his past, and be fascinated by what he did after returning from a trip to Corregidor Island in the Philippines. The recounting of his father's exposure to snipers, General Patton, buzz bombs, and more during WWII will transport you back to a time when young men shipped off to Europe, not knowing if they'd ever return to their homes. No matter your age, this book will leave you wondering what adventures await in your future because there are no limits to the possibilities.
Publisher: Fulton Books, Inc.
ISBN:
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
This author skillfully introduces you to the captivating, wide-ranging experiences of his family in this nontraditional saga. Beginning with the hilarious misadventures of his children, he provides spellbinding insights into the antics of individuals in his family. You'll learn about a Fruit Loop cannon, the tooth fairy that gave rise to a mummy, a latrine queen, a hand that would fit through a ring, a chain sparking off into the distance, and too many other adventures to cover in this short paragraph. He even brings to life an unforgettable family dog, Julio, who gave his family a lesson on how to live. In stories about himself, you'll laugh at his effort to buy a mink coat, his football fan encounter, an organ concert at Boys Town, wiggling wieners, and other extraordinary occurrences. You'll ride with him on an aerobatic jet ride, be mesmerized by unforgettable visions from his past, and be fascinated by what he did after returning from a trip to Corregidor Island in the Philippines. The recounting of his father's exposure to snipers, General Patton, buzz bombs, and more during WWII will transport you back to a time when young men shipped off to Europe, not knowing if they'd ever return to their homes. No matter your age, this book will leave you wondering what adventures await in your future because there are no limits to the possibilities.
Flirting with Misadventures
Author: Constancio Sulapas Asumen
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1770676147
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
The material represents a due diligence attempt to chronicle, via a series of seemingly random and incidental episodes narrated in the first-person, the evolutionary journey of my consciousness from the edge of the wilds of Mindanao (Philippines) to the rough and tumble of the streets of Manhattan (New York City), with all the tedious yet not the least thrilling detours in-between. Random in the sense that I had to single out and focus on specific and discrete pivotal decision points which ushered in a definitely recognizable qualitative change in my perception of my unique attributes as an individual, on leaving such decision bifurcations. . . . In a broader context the three parts of the book represent three distinct non-sequential evolutionary phases of my consciousness. The Narratives represent the age of ambition, when the drive to transcend . . . reigned supreme. The Poetry I deem to represent the seemingly unquenchable deliberative age of simultaneous inspiration, enlightenment, and illusion. . . . The Essays represent the age of rational resignation, or better yet, resigned rationalization, when you give in to the impulsive reflex to explain away the developments which you know affect your physical and spiritual well-being....
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1770676147
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
The material represents a due diligence attempt to chronicle, via a series of seemingly random and incidental episodes narrated in the first-person, the evolutionary journey of my consciousness from the edge of the wilds of Mindanao (Philippines) to the rough and tumble of the streets of Manhattan (New York City), with all the tedious yet not the least thrilling detours in-between. Random in the sense that I had to single out and focus on specific and discrete pivotal decision points which ushered in a definitely recognizable qualitative change in my perception of my unique attributes as an individual, on leaving such decision bifurcations. . . . In a broader context the three parts of the book represent three distinct non-sequential evolutionary phases of my consciousness. The Narratives represent the age of ambition, when the drive to transcend . . . reigned supreme. The Poetry I deem to represent the seemingly unquenchable deliberative age of simultaneous inspiration, enlightenment, and illusion. . . . The Essays represent the age of rational resignation, or better yet, resigned rationalization, when you give in to the impulsive reflex to explain away the developments which you know affect your physical and spiritual well-being....
Sterling's Misadventures
Author: Sterling Campbell
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
About the Book In Sterling’s Misadventures, Sterling internally struggles to determine what might be or could be based on decisions made along the way. The relevancy and uniqueness are Sterling's individual ways of dealing with self-awareness and development. Sterling explores themes of childhood experiences and maturity development. About the Author Sterling Campbell’s own life is reflected upon in Sterling’s Misadventures. Campbell grew up at a lake, quit high school, joined the Army, served in Viet Nam, and completed a PhD in business administration. Campbell is currently retired from a career as a CFO and he is married to a lovely lady he met at a slab dance. Campbell and his wife, Marilyn, are retired and reside in the state of Washington. They have two children and five grandchildren.
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
About the Book In Sterling’s Misadventures, Sterling internally struggles to determine what might be or could be based on decisions made along the way. The relevancy and uniqueness are Sterling's individual ways of dealing with self-awareness and development. Sterling explores themes of childhood experiences and maturity development. About the Author Sterling Campbell’s own life is reflected upon in Sterling’s Misadventures. Campbell grew up at a lake, quit high school, joined the Army, served in Viet Nam, and completed a PhD in business administration. Campbell is currently retired from a career as a CFO and he is married to a lovely lady he met at a slab dance. Campbell and his wife, Marilyn, are retired and reside in the state of Washington. They have two children and five grandchildren.
Green Rocks and Other Misadventures
Author: Truk Tuggenov
Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing
ISBN: 1457566966
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
Take a walk into the past with Tom, the bright, independent, hilarious champion of Green Rocks and Other Misadventures. This collection of stories launches with Tom, reflecting on bygone days among his wisecracking, scrappy pals while they pull ingenious and comical pranks. Among the fellas, you sense their heartfelt camaraderie and trusting fellowship. As Tom ripens with age, you appreciate his droll wit and nonchalant, unassuming manner when he enjoys carefree adventures or grapples with dark drama. Writer Truk Tuggenov deftly balances on the delicate line between youth and adulthood. He writes his tales with immediacy, engaging Tom and his cohorts in vibrant and funny undertakings. And through Tom, Tuggenov fearlessly confronts the ugliness of the past as well. Hereafter, you admire Tom’s grand episodes and cherish his unforgettable sidekicks in Green Rocks and Other Misadventures.
Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing
ISBN: 1457566966
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
Take a walk into the past with Tom, the bright, independent, hilarious champion of Green Rocks and Other Misadventures. This collection of stories launches with Tom, reflecting on bygone days among his wisecracking, scrappy pals while they pull ingenious and comical pranks. Among the fellas, you sense their heartfelt camaraderie and trusting fellowship. As Tom ripens with age, you appreciate his droll wit and nonchalant, unassuming manner when he enjoys carefree adventures or grapples with dark drama. Writer Truk Tuggenov deftly balances on the delicate line between youth and adulthood. He writes his tales with immediacy, engaging Tom and his cohorts in vibrant and funny undertakings. And through Tom, Tuggenov fearlessly confronts the ugliness of the past as well. Hereafter, you admire Tom’s grand episodes and cherish his unforgettable sidekicks in Green Rocks and Other Misadventures.
Driving Honda
Author: Jeffrey Rothfeder
Publisher: Portfolio
ISBN: 1591847974
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Explores the management style of the American Honda Motor Company, discussing its commitment to a set of unorthodox management tenets, including decentralization over corporate control, and more.
Publisher: Portfolio
ISBN: 1591847974
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Explores the management style of the American Honda Motor Company, discussing its commitment to a set of unorthodox management tenets, including decentralization over corporate control, and more.