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Tweetable-length quotes that are clever, cool, smart, touching, wise, funny, and more from the author of The Unofficial Harry Potter Vocabulary Builder.
Brevity may be the soul of wit, but 280 characters is the absolute limit on Twitter! Luckily, Tweet This Book allows you to spice up their microblog with the greatest quotes of all time. Each one is not only brief-it is officially tweetable. The quick, punchy quotes in this wonderfully diverse collection...
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ADOPT THE LANGUAGE OF LEADERS Whether you're new to the world or work, or you just want to brush up on your leadership lingo, Talk More. Say Less. Get Ahead. Will have you leaping up the strategic staircase to Inspiration Boulevard in no time! Conveniently sized to fit the pockets of any power suit, soon you too will have the confidence to use the phrases of these pages without a hint of embarrassment or irony. Phrases like: Let's fry some ideas in...
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Nothing says summer like a chilled glass of perfectly pink wine enjoyed with friends. The Little Pink Book of Rosé is a celebration of the joy of drinking "sunset in a glass." With lighthearted quotes and quips, notes on the history of rosé and where the best vintages can be found, along with recipes for refreshing cocktails and colorful cocktail bites, this book is the perfect pocket guide to our favorite pink drink.
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"Stop looking at the world through rose-colored bifocals."
"His mind is so open, the wind whistles through it."
"You can't teach an old dogma new tricks."
Ever wonder where these sayings came from? For decades, the dining room of New York's legendary Algonquin Hotel was a hub of letters and humor. Cocktails swirled as writers, humorists, actors, and critics poked fun at culture, the arts, and one another. In this lively tribute, today's readers will...
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For first-timers, veterans, or those hoping to join the ranks real' soon, here is a collection of more than 250 memorable quotations that capture the ups and downs and all points in between of what it means to be a grandmother and the inherent wisdom, power, and grandchildren-spoiling privileges that come with it. Heartwarming musings, advice, opinions, and observations are drawn from famous grandmothers around the world and those who know them all...
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Presenting the best of the best from AllGreatQuotes.com, this uproarious volume features gems on every topic, from sex and money to spouses and politics.
From the witty quips of Mark Twain to the unintentionally hilarious gaffs of today's celebrities, this collection of snappy quotes puts readers in hysterics. This uproarious volume has clever gems on every topic imaginable. It ranges from Oscar Wilde's devious perspective on people ("Always forgive...
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It was a third-grade teacher who recognized Vicky Howard's talent and encouraged her on the path to becoming a successful artist. That makes The Art of Teaching, Howard's tribute to teachers everywhere, just that more appropriate as the keepsake gift book that it is.
From heartfelt to lighthearted, Howard's illustrations are filled with intricate detail, warmth, and charm. Her design's rich colors perfectly capture the essence of all things related...
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Hope is an interesting thing. Some think it's foolish, often misplaced, and at rarer times devastating; but more agree that hope is an integral and beautiful part of life, something that implicitly makes us human. We're always hoping for something-for change, for improvement, or to find peace of mind amid life's bustling demands. These things are often the subjects of our deepest desires, those things that can bring us true happiness. Fortunately...
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"Better a witty fool, than a foolish wit," said the world's greatest and most preeminent English writer of all time, William Shakespeare.
Have you ever wanted to quote the most quoted writer in the English language? Deliver the most inventive and debasing Shakespearean insult ("Would thou wert clean enough to spit upon!")? Recite titillating love poetry like a modern-day Romeo to his (or her) Juliet? Or commit a learned wisdom about life's woes to...
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Congratulations! You are have expecting a wonderful new bundle of joy to treasure and love. That's nice. Flash forward and we feel your pain. The Pregnancy's Little Book of Headaches pokes gentle fun at the crazy, bumbling nine months of pregnancy. What you once loved (food, your husband) now smells utterly revolting. Your hands go numb. This can happen if you've suffered carpal tunnel before when your arms and fingers become swollen (you've noticed...
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Author and journalist Gene Fowler put it best: "Writing is easy; all you do is sit staring at a blank sheet of paper until the drops of blood form on your forehead." Anyone who has ever wanted or been required to create something more complicated than a shopping list or a Tweet knows there's more truth than poetry in the observation. The process can be difficult, frustratingly so when we realize that although we use words all the time, coming up with...
112) Hedgehugs
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Hedgehogs, a.k.a. adorable little spike balls, can soften even the toughest hearts with one simple reminder: a pinch of compassion goes a long way.
So small, so cute, and yet so spiky! How do these tiny creatures always know how to make us smile? With charming quotes and puns-and a whole heap of huggable hedgehogs-this book is guaranteed to add a dose of warmth and love to your day.
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A full year's worth of the strangest, most outlandish antics of one of the Internet's true titans: Florida Man! Plus, for the first time ever ... the equally bizarre, equally outrageous Florida Woman!
Go to Google and type in your birth date and the words "Florida Man." Weird, right? Well, you haven't seen anything yet! That's just one day in the life of a Florida Man.
Originally a beloved Internet game made possible by Florida's Sunshine Laws,...
114) Scots Dictionary
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A highly popular and informative guide to the Scots language in an attractive format. Contains words and phrases from both literary and everyday language, this is the perfect wee dictionary of Scots for native and non-native speakers alike.
This is by far the most popular guide to the language of today's Scotland, with nearly 1800 everyday words and phrases from the Borders, Lowlands, Highlands and Islands clearly explained and with lots of helpful...
115) OK Boomer
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A hilarious collection of the very best 'OK Boomer' moments of the internet covering all aspects of modern life — the climate crisis to technology, customer service to pop culture, money to working life. Favourites include: Baby Boomers are always like 'Did you put those holes in your jeans yourself?' I DON'T KNOW, SUSAN, DID YOU PUT THE HOLE IN THE OZONE THERE YOURSELF? #OKBoomer I just accidentally said LinkedIn Park while referring to the band...
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'The Era' began to devote significant space to theatrical matters in the early 1860s. In this volume a scene-painter is poisoned by his own paint; intrepid balloonists smash through stone walls on a terrifying journey across the backbone of England; Miss Lydia Howard, the Baby Actress, performs in a Shakespeare scene at the age of two; a theatre manager and a violinist indulge in an on-stage fight... and much, much more.
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The Ultimate Guide to a Fabulous Ring, a Memorable Proposal, and the Perfect Wedding
A fun and informative guide for every guy ready to take the plunge
From figuring out whether she'll say "yes" before you ask, to deciding what cut of diamond she'll love, this guide speaks to every man embarking on one of life's greatest adventures: marriage. Learn the four "Cs" of diamonds, the pros and cons of various settings, how much a ring should cost, essential...
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Calm, cool, and collected, spirited sheep have it all. In this motivating guide to self-improvement, the stars of the famed Woodstock Farm Sanctuary teach us to unwind and stand out from the flock.
They're fluffy, they're serene, and now they're here with pastoral pith to cheer you on. With their unparalleled peaceful presence, there's a reason that sheep are the animal that we count to fall asleep. This collection of sage sagacity is sure to soothe...
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Raise the coolest nerd the world has ever known! Once upon a time, you were a nerdy child, and now that you're a parent, let's make sure your kid can be a nerdy child too! In a world filled with superheroes, wizards, spaceships, and magical telephone booths, everyone should be part of a fandom, and you can never start too early. This is for the parents who want to share their fantastical interest with their children in hopes that they too will grow...
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"For myself I am an optimist," said legendary British politician Winston Churchill. "It does not seem to be much use being anything else."
Have you ever wanted to deliver the ultimate Churchillian wisecrack? Give sound advice to a peer on how to deal with life's problems? Or contribute to a heated discussion on international politics? The Smart Words and Wicked Wit of Winston Churchill is the perfect pocket book to carry around in your arsenal as...