anecdotes

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anecdotes

The golf round I'll never forget

fifty of golf's biggest stars recall their finese moments
2019
"Fifty of golf's . . . stars recall the round they will never forget in interviews with author Matt Adams. Stories include scorecards and photographs"--Provided by publisher.

You look so much better in person

true stories of absurdity and success
2020
"'Today Show' co-anchor, Al Roker, shares his life lessons on success and happiness in a humorous essay collection"--OCLC.

Unleashing the healing power of animals

true stories about therapy animals--and what they do for us
2017
"Ten animals--nine non-human and one human--take the reader on ten journeys, where, in each case, an animal in need of rescue overcomes their issues, and goes on to help people overcome theirs"--Back cover.

Good clean fun

misadventures in sawdust at Offerman Woodshop
2016
"Actor, comedian, and woodworker Nick Offerman (Parks and Recreation character Ron Swanson) runs Offerman Workshop in East L.A., which produces fine handcrafted furniture as well as fun stuff like mustache combs. In this book, Offerman shares his woodworking wisdom, a behind-the-scenes look at the woodshop, instructions for making some of their most popular projects, ... color photos, and a dose of 'woodworking mirth'--"From Entertainment Weekly.

The hero code

lessons learned from lives well lived
In his 37 years in the military, McRaven saw both the best and worst of humanity and shares stories of the real, everyday heroes who have inspired him.

If you want a friend in Washington

wacky, wild & wonderful presidential pets
"An . . . informative look at the pets--from Calvin Coolidge's wallaby to Teddy Roosevelt's flying squirrels--that have passed through the White House gates"--Provided by publisher.

Kid scientists

true tales of childhood from science superstars
2018
A collection of anecdotes from the childhoods of famous scientists, including Jane Goodall, Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, and Benjamin Franklin.
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The odd 1s out

2020
A collection of opinions, stories and signature characters featuring a robot uprising, questionable pizza toppings, and inventions that don't exist, but should.

Chicken soup for the soul

101 tales of family, friendship & fun
2019
101 real-life experiences about the joys of sharing life with a dog.

You'll never believe what happened to Lacey

crazy stories about racism
2021
"Writer and performer on 'Late Night with Seth Meyers' Amber Ruffin writes with her sister Lacey Lamar with humor and heart to share absurd anecdotes about everyday experiences of racism"--Amazon.

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