Author: Greg Malone
Publisher: Vintage Canada
ISBN: 0307374114
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
“It is, I contend, no small achievement to survive the perfect family.” So Greg Malone says at the beginning of a graceful, generous and sometimes hilarious memoir of his childhood in the St. John’s of the 1950s and 60s. A memoir from one of Canada’s comic geniuses that is as moving as it is funny, about a young boy who survives, among other things, a school run by the Christian Brothers, encounters with the bullies of New Gower Street and the perfect family. We first meet Greg harnessed to a bush at a picnic wearing underpants on his head – a small boy squalling because he can’t take part in the goings-on. From here, Greg takes us on a wild ride through the streets of old St. John’s. We meet luminaries along the way, even Danny Williams, the future premier, sourly playing St. Bernadette in the all-boys’ play, with Greg hardly concealing his joy in performing as her “chatty sister.” Humble, poignant, funny and authentic – this is a delightful first book from a natural storyteller. Excerpt: I loved Barbara Lynn. Her sunny face was slightly freckled. She had blue eyes and her straight, caramel-blonde hair was pulled back and tied with a ribbon showing her high, smooth forehead. She had even, regular features and a smile that showed her perfect, white teeth. . . . We played house every day for endless summers and into the long winter nights, when she would take her big brother Basil’s long toboggan without asking, so the two of us could go sliding together down over the hill, under the pole light, across St. Clare Ave. and down into the Knights of Columbus field where the full moon glittered on the glazed snow, and the toboggan would fly along forever on the longest slide we’d ever had.
You Better Watch Out
Author: Greg Malone
Publisher: Vintage Canada
ISBN: 0307374114
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
“It is, I contend, no small achievement to survive the perfect family.” So Greg Malone says at the beginning of a graceful, generous and sometimes hilarious memoir of his childhood in the St. John’s of the 1950s and 60s. A memoir from one of Canada’s comic geniuses that is as moving as it is funny, about a young boy who survives, among other things, a school run by the Christian Brothers, encounters with the bullies of New Gower Street and the perfect family. We first meet Greg harnessed to a bush at a picnic wearing underpants on his head – a small boy squalling because he can’t take part in the goings-on. From here, Greg takes us on a wild ride through the streets of old St. John’s. We meet luminaries along the way, even Danny Williams, the future premier, sourly playing St. Bernadette in the all-boys’ play, with Greg hardly concealing his joy in performing as her “chatty sister.” Humble, poignant, funny and authentic – this is a delightful first book from a natural storyteller. Excerpt: I loved Barbara Lynn. Her sunny face was slightly freckled. She had blue eyes and her straight, caramel-blonde hair was pulled back and tied with a ribbon showing her high, smooth forehead. She had even, regular features and a smile that showed her perfect, white teeth. . . . We played house every day for endless summers and into the long winter nights, when she would take her big brother Basil’s long toboggan without asking, so the two of us could go sliding together down over the hill, under the pole light, across St. Clare Ave. and down into the Knights of Columbus field where the full moon glittered on the glazed snow, and the toboggan would fly along forever on the longest slide we’d ever had.
Publisher: Vintage Canada
ISBN: 0307374114
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
“It is, I contend, no small achievement to survive the perfect family.” So Greg Malone says at the beginning of a graceful, generous and sometimes hilarious memoir of his childhood in the St. John’s of the 1950s and 60s. A memoir from one of Canada’s comic geniuses that is as moving as it is funny, about a young boy who survives, among other things, a school run by the Christian Brothers, encounters with the bullies of New Gower Street and the perfect family. We first meet Greg harnessed to a bush at a picnic wearing underpants on his head – a small boy squalling because he can’t take part in the goings-on. From here, Greg takes us on a wild ride through the streets of old St. John’s. We meet luminaries along the way, even Danny Williams, the future premier, sourly playing St. Bernadette in the all-boys’ play, with Greg hardly concealing his joy in performing as her “chatty sister.” Humble, poignant, funny and authentic – this is a delightful first book from a natural storyteller. Excerpt: I loved Barbara Lynn. Her sunny face was slightly freckled. She had blue eyes and her straight, caramel-blonde hair was pulled back and tied with a ribbon showing her high, smooth forehead. She had even, regular features and a smile that showed her perfect, white teeth. . . . We played house every day for endless summers and into the long winter nights, when she would take her big brother Basil’s long toboggan without asking, so the two of us could go sliding together down over the hill, under the pole light, across St. Clare Ave. and down into the Knights of Columbus field where the full moon glittered on the glazed snow, and the toboggan would fly along forever on the longest slide we’d ever had.
You Better Watch Out
Author: James S. Murray
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 1250286271
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 189
Book Description
From international bestselling authors James S. Murray (better known as "Murr" on the hit TV show Impractical Jokers) and Darren Wearmouth, comes You Better Watch Out, a suspenseful, serial killer thriller that leaves you wondering, is Christmas really the best time of the year? Forty-eight hours until Christmas, Jessica Kane wakes up with blurred vision, ears ringing, and in excruciating pain. A gash in her head and blood running down her face, the last thing she remembers is going for a run and something or someone hitting her in the head. It doesn't take her long to realize she is trapped in an unknown, deserted town with five other strangers who share similar stories of being attacked and stranded there. Unsure why and how they got there, she knows one thing for certain, she has to find a way out. That becomes nearly impossible when someone is meticulously orchestrating their deaths, one by one, and the only thing Jessica can do is watch the life leave their eyes. The fenced-in town is the killer’s very own playground and there's nowhere left to hide... she better watch out because she could be next.
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 1250286271
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 189
Book Description
From international bestselling authors James S. Murray (better known as "Murr" on the hit TV show Impractical Jokers) and Darren Wearmouth, comes You Better Watch Out, a suspenseful, serial killer thriller that leaves you wondering, is Christmas really the best time of the year? Forty-eight hours until Christmas, Jessica Kane wakes up with blurred vision, ears ringing, and in excruciating pain. A gash in her head and blood running down her face, the last thing she remembers is going for a run and something or someone hitting her in the head. It doesn't take her long to realize she is trapped in an unknown, deserted town with five other strangers who share similar stories of being attacked and stranded there. Unsure why and how they got there, she knows one thing for certain, she has to find a way out. That becomes nearly impossible when someone is meticulously orchestrating their deaths, one by one, and the only thing Jessica can do is watch the life leave their eyes. The fenced-in town is the killer’s very own playground and there's nowhere left to hide... she better watch out because she could be next.
You Better Watch Out
Author: Don Hodgins
Publisher: Baker's Plays
ISBN: 9780874401660
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
Publisher: Baker's Plays
ISBN: 9780874401660
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
You better watch out !
Author: A.Venkatasubramanian
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 1646780442
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Are you prepared for the future? Are you clued into how future technologies are going to impact your life? Do you know change is going to hit you on many fronts and at many levels? Do you have technological situational awareness? Do you at least have an inkling of what you are going to be hit by or are you going to be caught napping? Fasten your seat belts and brace yourself for the ride. This century’s technologies are going to sweep into your life like a tsunami and turn it over, over and over again. The technologies and the pace of change are going to be like nothing you have seen before. From every aspect of life from food, transportation, jobs, popular culture, ownership, money, entertainment, education, gaming, networking, healthcare, marriage, travel, commerce to the balance of power in the world; everything is going to undergo a sea change. Your entire world is going to turn topsy-turvy. So are you prepared? Are you going to be toast or are you going to raise a toast? Technology is going to impact businesses, societies and cultures around the world in a manner and at a pace you cannot even fathom. Those who are prepared for this new future are going to surf the waves of change, while the rest are going to drown in the high tides of this change. So, read on and embrace the future and turn it to your advantage. Welcome to the brave new world where relentless change is the only constant.
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 1646780442
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Are you prepared for the future? Are you clued into how future technologies are going to impact your life? Do you know change is going to hit you on many fronts and at many levels? Do you have technological situational awareness? Do you at least have an inkling of what you are going to be hit by or are you going to be caught napping? Fasten your seat belts and brace yourself for the ride. This century’s technologies are going to sweep into your life like a tsunami and turn it over, over and over again. The technologies and the pace of change are going to be like nothing you have seen before. From every aspect of life from food, transportation, jobs, popular culture, ownership, money, entertainment, education, gaming, networking, healthcare, marriage, travel, commerce to the balance of power in the world; everything is going to undergo a sea change. Your entire world is going to turn topsy-turvy. So are you prepared? Are you going to be toast or are you going to raise a toast? Technology is going to impact businesses, societies and cultures around the world in a manner and at a pace you cannot even fathom. Those who are prepared for this new future are going to surf the waves of change, while the rest are going to drown in the high tides of this change. So, read on and embrace the future and turn it to your advantage. Welcome to the brave new world where relentless change is the only constant.
You Better Watch Out
Author: Connor Whiteley
Publisher: CGD Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Christmas Songs. A Santa Flash Mob. An Assassin. An assassin’s work never ends, even at Christmas. Francesca hires a flash mob. She needs to get to the target. She listens to the songs. Francesca knows her time comes. Can Francesca kill the target? Or will something go horribly wrong? If you love fun, enthralling, action packed assassin crime short stories, you’ll love this! BUY NOW!
Publisher: CGD Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Christmas Songs. A Santa Flash Mob. An Assassin. An assassin’s work never ends, even at Christmas. Francesca hires a flash mob. She needs to get to the target. She listens to the songs. Francesca knows her time comes. Can Francesca kill the target? Or will something go horribly wrong? If you love fun, enthralling, action packed assassin crime short stories, you’ll love this! BUY NOW!
You'd Better Not Die Or I'll Kill You
Author: Jane Heller
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 145210753X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Heller thought she'd found her dream man-- until he turned out to be a "frequent flier," the term doctors and nurses use to refer to patients who land in the E.R. more often than the average person goes to Starbucks. Here, Jane shares her experiences of looking after her chronically ill husband and offers practical guidance for handling it all without drowning. She provides advice on staying healthy while caring for a loved one and learning to communicate with medical staff.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 145210753X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Heller thought she'd found her dream man-- until he turned out to be a "frequent flier," the term doctors and nurses use to refer to patients who land in the E.R. more often than the average person goes to Starbucks. Here, Jane shares her experiences of looking after her chronically ill husband and offers practical guidance for handling it all without drowning. She provides advice on staying healthy while caring for a loved one and learning to communicate with medical staff.
Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town
Author: J. Fred Coots
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 9780688149383
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Experience the magic of a Steven Kellogg Christmas! Santa has never come to town with such pizzazz -- and with "elephants, boats, and kiddie cars, too!" Here is artwork so completely festive and comically inventive, you'll feel the inspired genius of Steven Kellogg singing through the pages. His bountiful vision of one of the all-time favorite Christmas songs celebrates the season with a merry jubilee!
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 9780688149383
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Experience the magic of a Steven Kellogg Christmas! Santa has never come to town with such pizzazz -- and with "elephants, boats, and kiddie cars, too!" Here is artwork so completely festive and comically inventive, you'll feel the inspired genius of Steven Kellogg singing through the pages. His bountiful vision of one of the all-time favorite Christmas songs celebrates the season with a merry jubilee!
A Children's Song A Day
Author: Dr. Swapna Abraham
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
"Get ready to embark on a musical adventure like no other with 'A Children’s Song A Day'! Featuring songs specially crafted for kids aged 4-12, this extraordinary collection is filled with melodies that explore life's wonders and challenges. From inspiring dreams to nurturing imagination, each song imparts valuable lessons and encourages young minds to think, feel, and unwind. With a mix of lively tunes and soothing melodies, there's something for everyone to enjoy – even parents and caregivers! Join us on this magical journey as we celebrate the joy of music and the power of imagination. Let the melodies of 'A Children’s Song A Day' fill your heart and lift your spirits!" Music & Lyrics & Singing: Swapna Abraham Orchestration, Mixing & Mastering: Edwin Johnson Illustrations: Aria Jones
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
"Get ready to embark on a musical adventure like no other with 'A Children’s Song A Day'! Featuring songs specially crafted for kids aged 4-12, this extraordinary collection is filled with melodies that explore life's wonders and challenges. From inspiring dreams to nurturing imagination, each song imparts valuable lessons and encourages young minds to think, feel, and unwind. With a mix of lively tunes and soothing melodies, there's something for everyone to enjoy – even parents and caregivers! Join us on this magical journey as we celebrate the joy of music and the power of imagination. Let the melodies of 'A Children’s Song A Day' fill your heart and lift your spirits!" Music & Lyrics & Singing: Swapna Abraham Orchestration, Mixing & Mastering: Edwin Johnson Illustrations: Aria Jones
Crackpot
Author: John Waters
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416591249
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
An outrageous collection from the uniquely legendary John Waters, updated with new material—including Waters’s 2002 New York Times article, “Finally, Footlights on the Fat Girls.” Crackpot, originally released in 1986, is John Waters’s brilliantly entertaining litany of odd and fascinating people, places, and things. From Baltimore to Los Angeles, from William Castle to Pia Zadora, from the National Enquirer to Ronald Reagan’s colon, Waters explores the depths of our culture. And he dispenses useful advice along the way: how not to make a movie, how to become famous (read: infamous), and of course, how to most effectively shock and make our nation’s public laugh at the same time. Loaded with bonus features, this special edition is guaranteed to leave you totally mental.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416591249
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
An outrageous collection from the uniquely legendary John Waters, updated with new material—including Waters’s 2002 New York Times article, “Finally, Footlights on the Fat Girls.” Crackpot, originally released in 1986, is John Waters’s brilliantly entertaining litany of odd and fascinating people, places, and things. From Baltimore to Los Angeles, from William Castle to Pia Zadora, from the National Enquirer to Ronald Reagan’s colon, Waters explores the depths of our culture. And he dispenses useful advice along the way: how not to make a movie, how to become famous (read: infamous), and of course, how to most effectively shock and make our nation’s public laugh at the same time. Loaded with bonus features, this special edition is guaranteed to leave you totally mental.
Abundant Love
Author: Albert Humphries
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
About the Author Over the course of five decades, Albert Humphries has carved out two vastly different but equally successful careers. He studied for two years at Queens College, Queens NY. Furthermore, he was employed as the telecommunications manager for the Bank of New York, One Wall Street, New York City. Upon retiring from the telecommunications field, the Georgia native, who had long been guided by a passion for music and the beauty of words, began an accomplished career as a songwriter, lyricist, and published poet. Hoping to be remembered by the inspiring and positive messages in his poetry, Mr. Humphries' remarkable journey has been a testament to never letting go of one's dreams. In recognition of his vast output, Mr. Humphries has been honored with numerous accolades over the years. He received the Merit Award from the Talent Association in Boston in 1983, a Harmonious Award from the New York Professor Armature Song Jubilee in 1985, and was named one of the "Best New Poets'' by the American Poetry Association in 1986. He also earned a Cambridge Leadership Award from the American Biographical Institute in 1986, a Certificate of Merit from the International Biographical Center in 1987, and a Personalities of America Commemorative Certificate Award, a "5,000 Personalities of the World" Certificate, a Certificate for Inclusion in Personalities, and a Certificate for Community Leadership from the American Biographical Institute in 1987. Mr. Humphries was given a Men of Achievement Award from Cambridge and a Certificate of Creativity in Artistry from the National Library of Poetry in Washington, D.C., in addition to several Who's Who honors. Looking toward the future, Mr. Humphries plans to continue writing poetry and eventually consolidating his extensive catalog to one book. When he isn't working, he enjoys playing the piano and guitar, chess, backgammon, going roller skating, and attending Broadway shows; but above all else, his favorite activity will always be corresponding with his daughter, Tisa Alana, for whom he has a profound love.
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
About the Author Over the course of five decades, Albert Humphries has carved out two vastly different but equally successful careers. He studied for two years at Queens College, Queens NY. Furthermore, he was employed as the telecommunications manager for the Bank of New York, One Wall Street, New York City. Upon retiring from the telecommunications field, the Georgia native, who had long been guided by a passion for music and the beauty of words, began an accomplished career as a songwriter, lyricist, and published poet. Hoping to be remembered by the inspiring and positive messages in his poetry, Mr. Humphries' remarkable journey has been a testament to never letting go of one's dreams. In recognition of his vast output, Mr. Humphries has been honored with numerous accolades over the years. He received the Merit Award from the Talent Association in Boston in 1983, a Harmonious Award from the New York Professor Armature Song Jubilee in 1985, and was named one of the "Best New Poets'' by the American Poetry Association in 1986. He also earned a Cambridge Leadership Award from the American Biographical Institute in 1986, a Certificate of Merit from the International Biographical Center in 1987, and a Personalities of America Commemorative Certificate Award, a "5,000 Personalities of the World" Certificate, a Certificate for Inclusion in Personalities, and a Certificate for Community Leadership from the American Biographical Institute in 1987. Mr. Humphries was given a Men of Achievement Award from Cambridge and a Certificate of Creativity in Artistry from the National Library of Poetry in Washington, D.C., in addition to several Who's Who honors. Looking toward the future, Mr. Humphries plans to continue writing poetry and eventually consolidating his extensive catalog to one book. When he isn't working, he enjoys playing the piano and guitar, chess, backgammon, going roller skating, and attending Broadway shows; but above all else, his favorite activity will always be corresponding with his daughter, Tisa Alana, for whom he has a profound love.