Funny Shorts

From the Thurber Prize-winning author of New Teeth, hailed as “a triumph of sustained humor” (Sarah Lyall, New York Times Book Review), comes a hilarious and powerful collection of short stories chronicling the plight of aging millennials. ​

She finally broke free of her past. There’s no way she’s going to allow herself to be trapped in a relationship again. Janie spent way too many years denying her true desires and wasting her life on an emotionally abusive man. It was only when she started secretly coming to Club Surrender that she realized that even in submission she could be in control. Free and finally able to explore her bisexuality, the last thing she wants to do is fall in love again, even though the rope expert who ties her up is very appealing... Skye is the newest dominatrix at Seattle’s women only BDSM club. ...

Twenty-nine-year-old Imogen Banks is hashtag struggling. After a disaster ends her career, destroys her home, and burns up all the money she’s saved to open her own bakery, she enters a baking contest for an all-or-nothing last-ditch chance at getting her life together. But when she arrives at the mysterious island off the coast of France, she discovers all the inhabitants of the quaint town are magical, and if she wins the contest, she’ll become the next royal baker at the castle on top of the hill. No worries that the last royal baker appears to have been murdered.

If you're ready to have some fun with your language learning adventure and leave the yawns behind, "The 2000 Most Common Mandarin Chinese Phrases for Conversations" will transform you into a Mandarin-speaking wizard. It's about getting you to speak the language like you've been doing it for years, all while having a great time. Let us get this language party started!

When Hugo Bingham is invited to his friend Freddie's family home, the last thing he expected was to be searching the grounds for a dead body that keeps vanishing. With Gladstone in tow though, whatever situation he finds himself in, he's in safe hands.

With each book containing 20 short fulfilling stories, this package includes 61 short stories! With Campfire Stories for Kids, the listener will find a fun collection of magical and spooky tales to delight your children. These stories have something for everyone. It is perfect for long days in the house or a gentle bedtime thrill. You and your kids will both love the variety. Have the peace of mind in knowing that your family is consuming mild content, safe for the enjoyment of even the youngest members!

BINGE-READ THIS SWEET-AND-DARK COLLEGE ROMANCE SERIES. THIS IS COLLEGE INSTA-LOVE . . . ANNABELLE WINTERS STYLE! THIS BOX SET CONTAINS: THE JOCK AND THE GENIUS (118 pages) THE ROCKSTAR AND THE RECLUSE (115 pages) THE DROPOUT AND THE DEBUTANTE (120 pages) THE PLAYER AND THE PRINCESS (107 pages) THE FRATBOY AND THE FEMINIST (110 pages) AND EACH BOOKS CONTAINS: Sweetness. Darkness. Steam. This is College Insta-love. Annabelle Winters Style. HERE'S WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE CURVY IN COLLEGE SERIES: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This was my first read by Annabelle Winters and I am ...

The Young, the Rich, and the Scandalous… When Josh moved in next door, the only thing hotter than our chemistry was the gossip. The whispers started before we even finished our first flirty conversation by the pool. ✔ Wealthy widow? Check. ✔ Hot, younger neighbor? Check. ✔ Scandal? Oh, absolutely. Palm Beach loves a juicy story, and this one writes itself. They think I’m a gold digger, but I’d trade every dime of my late husband’s fortune for just one more night with him. Still, that didn’t stop the rumors back then, and it sure won’t stop them now—especially when Josh ...

WHITE CAT BLACK CAT - The Hunter ******************************************** One hot summer day, in front of the fan The white cat was sweating as only cats can When outside the window he suddenly spied A tiny bird chirping on the other side. The cat stretched hard, from his back to his front, And thought, “What a great day to go out and hunt!”

Forbidden. Savage. Obsessed From Amazon best-selling author Regina Wade comes the Savage Stalker Boxed Set: Three steamy standalone instalove romances featuring possessive alpha men and the curvy, innocent heroines that drive them to break all the rules.

Vaughn The first time I met Vivi, I saved her life. I own her apartment, the building, hell, the whole block. Now I need to possess the curvy redhead. Her innocence is the only thing in danger around me. I’ll protect her heart, Because I’m her Knight in shining Armani Going Down, Readers? Vaughn is a smoking hot billionaire with some great big beautiful buildings! No cliffhangers to be found in this quick and steamy, older-man younger-woman, instalove romance! Just a guaranteed HEA and lots of OTT fun. Smooches, 💋 Regina

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 ...

Over-the-Top Instalove Like You've Never Seen. Annabelle Winters Style. She helps me break out of prison without knowing it. But once I'm free, I realize I'm trapped in another sort of prison. Because suddenly the only thing that feels like freedom is her. She's mine. And I'm never letting her go. Possession and madness. Over-the-top steam. Drama to the max. This is Romance Like You've Never Seen. Annabelle Winters Style. WHAT AMAZON AND GOODREADS REVIEWERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE CURVY INSTALOVE SERIES: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I love curvy girl stories! It is so fun to read about these...

A small town, curvy girl, age gap romance Kat I got into something, something bad. My sisters think I’ve been snubbing them, but the truth is worse. There’s an opportunity to run, and I take it. But when I finally make it home, it’s the night before my sister’s wedding and the house is in cheery chaos. Sexy silver fox Joel offers to take me in. He’s twice my age, but the only person I feel safe with. I open up to him. But what would a sophisticated older man want with someone like me? I’m damaged goods, the black sheep of the family. I don’t belong here, and I never will. Joel...

Two teens, one cemetery, and an app from hell. Tommy and Billy are just a couple of average high school punks who are about to download a very unaverage app... An app that just might raise the dead. Click BUY NOW or READ FOR FREE!

He’ll do anything to win his wife back… Erin When the divorce papers arrived, I didn’t expect to feel so sad. I’ve been with Theo since we were high school sweethearts fumbling together in the back of his mom’s car. Now I finally have to admit to myself and my sisters that it’s over. But when a stranger starts pursuing me, I’m not sure I’m ready to move on. Theo I’ve loved Erin since we were seventeen years old. Two kids and an executive job later, and the stresses of life have gotten to our relationship. But I didn’t realize how much she meant to me until she walked out...

Four children's Great books, all rolled into one. best for bedtime stories beginner / early reader poetry for kids. best animals stories, value tales

Meditations with Miya Blue is an upbeat, irreverent story of a wellness influencer living her best (sponsored) life. That is, until a very un-Zen series of events threatens to pull the thread of Miya's calm and unravel her carefully woven world.

Are you ready to embark on a heartwarming journey filled with stories that touch the soul? Introducing "Short Stories for Seniors," a collection of 60 tales that will inspire, uplift, and ignite the spirit. ★ Why choose "Short Stories for Seniors"? Inspirational and Real: Half of these stories are real-life accounts of remarkable individuals who left an indelible mark on history. Emotionally Resonant: From nostalgic to heartwarming, each story is crafted to evoke a range of emotions and leave you with a renewed appreciation for life. Entertaining and Engaging: Whether you're sharing a ...

Penelope makes a fast break from her old life to the picturesque town of Bath, Maine. But the excitement halts when a dead body is found near her dumpster. Divorcee', Penelope, starts a new chapter in the town known for it’s boutiques. But when handyman Ricky’s body is found behind her shop, the old cliche, shop ‘til you drop, suddenly becomes a literal reality. Her curiosity piqued over the unsolved murder, she sets out to unearth the truth, with her bite-sized sidekick, Teo the Teacup Chihuahua, in tow. When town gossip reveals Ricky’s shady past and his recent argument with Harry...