humorous fiction

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Youth in revolt

the journals of Nick Twisp
1996
Nick Twisp uses his journal to vent his frustrations over his parent's divorce, his school problems, his girlfriend troubles, and other annoying aspects of life.

The year my life went down the loo

2003
An American living in London struggles to adapt to the unfamiliar culture and squash the voices in her head urging her to fly home on the first available flight.

What's French for "ew!"?

2004
A sixteen-year-old American girl named Emily chronicles her study trip to France--and her decision whether or not to take the next step with her English boyfriend--in a series of e-mails to her best friend in Seattle.

The taming of the Dru

2004
This fourth and final title in Maxwell's hilarious Emily quartet, told in a collection of e-mails, finds the teenager still in England describing her experiences to her best friend in Seattle.

Can't wait to get to heaven

a novel
2006
Elderly Elner Shimfissle's fall from a tree while picking figs sets off a chain of events that leaves the residents of small Elmwood Springs, Missouri, pondering the meaning of life.

Rosie Dunne

2005
Rosie and Alex seemed destined to spend their lives together until a series of unfortunate events separates them leading Alex to Boston to pursue a medical career and a new love while Rosie is forced to stay in Dublin.

Vampirina ballerina hosts a sleepover

2013
"Before Vampirina can host her very first sleepover there are a few things she must keep in mind: be polite and offer her guests food (like blood pudding); plan some games like scavenger hunt (but keep the clues simple so no one gets lost); and don't forget to dance! Vampirina may be a little nervous at first, but by following a few simple rules she will host the Best Sleepover Ever!"--Provided by publisher.

Twenty-six pirates

an alphabet book
2013
Twenty-six pirates, one for each letter of the alphabet, demonstrate their particular--and sometimes silly--talents and skills.

My homework ate my homework

2013
"When Zaritza is assigned to care for her class ferret Bandito over winter break, he escapes and eats her other assignments, leaving her with an unbelievable excuse"--Provided by publisher.

God bless you, Dr. Kevorkian

1999
A collection of approximately thirty brief fictional interviews with people who have crossed over to the Afterlife, conducted by the author while in the midst of controlled near-death experiences.

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