Funny Shorts

Cheer on as karma delivers justice to entitled JERKS! It's a sad truth that some people think they deserve special treatment because of their job, appearance or social status. Or just because it's Tuesday. These self-centered jerks act as if the world revolves around them, while pushing down anyone who stands in their way. Demanding sacrifices and obedience from their friends, co-workers and even complete strangers. But what happens when karma catches up to these self proclaimed elites, and delivers them a hefty dose of justice? Deliciously satisfying and humorous results. And the odd ...

Her freeloading house guest is about to learn some discipline! Bryan and Jill have been staying at my house since the pandemic, and while Jill is pulling her weight, Bryan spends all his time eating my food and sitting on my couch playing video games. Finally, I had enough. With his wife’s permission, I decide it’s time to teach Bryan how to behave like a responsible adult. Soon he’s feeling the bite of his own belt right across his backside and when he needs further correction, I call on my experience as a dominatrix to devise even more creative and humiliating punishments. But when ...

Being a boy with a girl's name was just the beginning... Stacey Roberts detailed the family’s five-year adventure in their unpredictable Winnebago in his previous novel. Now, his free-spirited mother, entitled older brother, criminal stepfather, and not-so-trusty old Winnebago are back for the next chapter in his story. Machetes at the breakfast table, shooting grapefruit for sport, and a dogged police detective get the story rolling, along with trailer park bullies and his mother’s daily menu from hell. Through his work, Roberts explores the relationships between parent and child and ...

Twenty-nine tales of you and me; here and now. From the Sandpit to the Cemetery. From ancient Rome to next season's skittles tournament. People you know; and those you're glad you don't know. Maybe those you might wish to be for a day? The things they do, or that happen to them. Strong-willed women and manic men mix their stuff across the world. Crossing swords, or across the bed, they make you laugh or cry; gasp or sigh. Whatever the scene and the situation, you're in it now, and you have to see it through.What the previewers say ‘This writer’s women characters are great – real, ...

Are you ready to meet the World’s Worst Children? Five beastly boys and five gruesome girls! Like Sofia Sofa – a TV super-fan so stuck to the sofa that she’s turning into one! Or Dribbling Drew – a boy whose drool gets him into trouble on a school trip! And not forgetting Blubbering Bertha – a girl who bawls and tells terrible tales! Ready for more? The beastly boys and gruesome girls in this book are even ruder, even more disgusting and WORSE than you could ever imagine! Just when you thought it was safe to go back to your bookshelf, 10 more horrendously hilarious stories!

32 hilarious short-stories all together, including No Laughing Matter, You Can’t Be Serious, and What’s so Funny? ! Laugh along as so-sincere psychologist Greg Chambers grapples with a never-ending march of peculiar patients, colorful friends, and post-modern madness. And what would Greg’s practice be without his in-your-face assistant, Carol Cramer, who makes it her job to inject backwoods common sense into every situation – especially when it’s not wanted?

Spark the dragon wants to sleep in his nice warm cave on Christmas Eve and wait for Santa to fill his stocking with coal. He does not want to get out in the dark, in a blizzard, but one little elf is VERY persuasive.

Love is a magical thing, especially when witches, ghosts, and Cupid are involved. Magic Flirts! features five short, fun romances laced with enchanted elements. The stories stand alone but are connected when read together. Each story is between 9,000 and 13,000 words, fun half hour reads. As Flirts! fans say: “Simply wonderful.” “… a fun mix of sexy and romantic.” “Lisa Scott somehow packs a big story into less pages.” “I couldn't put it down for anything in the world.” “I hate short stories but I loved these.” “I found a new addiction. FLIRTS!!!!” Stories in this ...

Does the idea of sitting still for hours while a speaker drones on and on make you cringe? Do you find yourself daydreaming when you should be listening? Have you ever wished that the speaker would make his/her speech more interesting? Well, if you answered yes to any of the above, I understand. But, you’ll never feel that way if you listen to Joel Osteen. He is a renowned inspirational pastor and speaker. I Like to Start with Something Funny is a compilation of many of Pastor Osteen’s witty remarks and “laugh-out-loud” funny jokes that put his captive audiences at ease and inspire ...

Ripley Savage has felt diminished and marginalized his entire life. His overbearing mother has told him to be safe and not take risks. Other people in his life have provided little in the way of encouragement. Consequently, Ripley has lacked self confidence and an inability to assert himself. To cope with the disappointments of life, Ripley has created an imaginary alter ego named Rip. Whereas Ripley is meek and insecure, Rip Savage is strong, outgoing, confident and competent at every task he undertakes. Each time that Ripley faces a challenge in his life, he conjures up Rip. Rip always ...

Don’t get me wrong. I love the manicured lawns and symmetrically planted flower beds in our beautiful neighborhood. There’s something undeniably picturesque about the row of houses, their paint colors all meticulously approved by a committee of self-appointed taste experts who seem to be more worried about the shade of beige than actual world problems. However, all this beautifully decorated façade comes at a great price—putting up with the HOA board members. Now, if you're unfamiliar with the phenomenon that is an HOA (Homeowners Association), allow me to enlighten you. You either ...

Kiss a Bridesmaid Meet-cute • Cinnamon roll hero • Found family • Runaway puppy • Bonus novella • Friends to lovers From strangers to friends to something more… A runaway puppy might just lead to forever love. Wedding caterer Shortie Campbell is building Savannah’s premier bridal business with his closest friends. But he didn’t expect to be sprinting through Forsyth Park—chasing after a mischievous puppy turned canine ring bearer. Abigail Browne lives a quiet life far from the spotlight. So when she grabs a runaway leash, ends up face-first in the mud, and gets rescued by ...

The best-selling and "perennially hilarious" mother-daughter team is back with a new collection of stories from their real lives, guaranteed to make you laugh out loud. Join Lisa and Francesca as they regret drunk shopping online, try smell dating, and explore the freedom of a hiatus from men - a guyatus. They offer a fresh and funny take on the triumphs and facepalm moments of modern life, showing that when it comes to navigating the crazy world we live in, you're always your own best lifeguard.

Survive Christmas woe with a Yuletide tsunami of shockingly humourous tales from depraved escapees Toby Bennett and Benjamin Knox - four fresh stories and a Christmas poem all wrapped up with a blood-soaked bow.

Eight short stories about art, shadows and self. Creighton's second short story collection introduces us to a gallery owner who worries her husband will leave her for a doppelgänger; an artist whose creativity is blocked by intense fear on a retreat; a would-be writer who opens a PO Box to gather other people's letters to God; two mothers with guilty secrets; a young student contemplating suing a lecturer for boring her into deep slumber; a geologist travelling the earth to find herself; and a woman who flies home to bury her dead uncle, only to end up in a compromising situation. ...

In India, marriage is more than a contract. It is the joining of earthly and divine goods. Marriage forges a new path for the next generation as well as riches, social standing, gratification, and refuge. It is also a wonderful melding of ideas, emotions, as well as hurdles and their corresponding resolutions. Put simply, Indian marriages are not just a two-person affair. It is the coming together of family and community with love at the forefront. However, as with all things in life, marriage is not black and white. When love and understanding ebb, heartbreak and sorrow flow. But does this...

SHORT READ: Book 1 of the Cassidy Cousins A week-long beach trip. Six single men, and six single women. Anything can happen. James: She’s the one that got away. But this time, I’m going to catch her. A second chance is all I need to capture her heart. Who said forty is too old to fall in love? Layne: Single is not a dirty word. One marriage was enough. I'm never dating again. But now an old friend is back in my life. He's gotten even hotter with age. I try to resist, but he’s slowly winning me over. If you enjoy a flirty, steamy instalove, then you’ll love meeting the Cassidy ...

My best friend’s brother is a total pain in my ass. He’s also my only hope. Maddox “Mad Dog” Wilson is a neighborhood legend. The boxing champ runs the grittiest fighting gym in the city. His left hook is as deadly as his smile. I’ve known Maddox for years. He’s pushy, possessive, and stubborn as hell. The last thing I want to do is beg for his help. But I’m desperate. I’m here to learn how to take care of myself. Maddox has other ideas. Once he gets me up against the ropes— Fighting is the last thing on my mind.

This collection of funny short stories explores the deeply eccentric world of ordinary people and takes you to places you least expect. Includes: PERVERT David leaves his bag at Linda’s flat and then rings and begs her not to open it. What shameful secret could it possibly hold? DELIVERANCE Several times a day Richard must pass the man with a limp in the corridor, and he’s running out of strategies to avoid him. CUCKOO Lizzie seems to be the perfect neighbour always looking to help, especially when things start to go seriously wrong, but are her motives as virtuous as they seem? EASY ...

Lisa Scottoline and Francesca Serritella are back with another collection of warm and witty stories that will strike a chord with every woman. This four-book series is among the best-reviewed humor books published today and has been compared to the late greats Erma Bombeck and Nora Ephron. This fourth volume, Have a Nice Guilt Trip, maintains the same sterling standard of humor and poignancy as Lisa and Francesca continue on the road of life, acquiring men and puppies.