Download or read book The Interrogative Mood written by Padgett Powell and published by Profile Books. This book was released on 2010-11-11 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'If Duchamp or maybe Magritte wrote a novel it might look something like this remarkable little book of Padgett Powell's: immensely readable, ingenious, witty, and ultimately important-feeling in a way you can't quite describe but don't need to' Richard Ford Are your emotions pure? Are your nerves adjustable? How do you stand in relation to the potato? Should it still be Constantinople? Does a nameless horse make you more nervous or less nervous than a named horse? In your view, do children smell good? ... Does your doorbell ever ring? Is there sand in your craw? Is it a novel? Whatever it is, The Interrogative Mood is stubbornly memorable. Through a seemingly random but infinitely artful series of questions this small masterpiece mysteriously, elusively, hilariously, compellingly lights up life.

Download or read book Born Standing Up written by Steve Martin and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-09-04 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steve Martin has been an international star for over thirty years. Here, for the first time, he looks back to the beginning of his career and charmingly evokes the young man he once was. Born in Texas but raised in California, Steve was seduced early by the comedy shows that played on the radio when the family travelled back and forth to visit relatives. When Disneyland opened just a couple of miles away from home, an enchanted Steve was given his first chance to learn magic and entertain an audience. He describes how he noted the reaction to each joke in a ledger - 'big laugh' or 'quiet' - and assiduously studied the acts of colleagues, stealing jokes when needed. With superb detail, Steve recreates the world of small, dark clubs and the fear and exhilaration of standing in the spotlight. While a philosophy student at UCLA, he worked hard at local clubs honing his comedy and slowly attracting a following until he was picked up to write for TV. From here on, Steve Martin became an acclaimed comedian, packing out venues nationwide. One night, however, he noticed empty seats and realised he had 'reached the top of the rollercoaster'. BORN STANDING UP is a funny and riveting chronicle of how Steve Martin became the comedy genius we now know and is also a fascinating portrait of an era.

Download or read book Funny You Should Ask written by The QI Elves and published by Faber & Faber. This book was released on 2020-10-13 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ***PRE-ORDER FUNNY YOU SHOULD ASK . . . AGAIN: MORE OF YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED BY THE QI ELVES NOW*** The perfect gift for all those big and little kids in your life who ask 'why...?'. WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY ZOE BALLPre-order the next book in this series, 222 QI Answers to Your Quite Ingenious Questions, published in paperback on 3rd November.'QI have outdone themselves!' ALAN DAVIES 'Fabulous . . . A cracker of a book!' SUE PERKINS'The QI Elves are barnstormingly brilliant.' ZOE BALL'Genuinely useful and endlessly fascinating.' THE SPECTATOR'Hilarious.' DAILY MAILThe QI Elves are the brains behind the enduringly popular BBC TV panel show QI.Every Wednesday the Elves appear on The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show where they answer the ponderings and wonderings of BBC Radio 2's most inquisitive listeners.Dive into this splendid collection of listeners' unusual questions and some unexpected answers that are sure to make your head spin on topics ranging from goosebumps to grapefruit, pizza to pirates and everything in-between. Generously sprinkled with extra facts and questions from the Elves, Funny You Should Ask . . . is essential reading for the incurably curious. How much water would you need to put out the Sun?If spiders can walk on the ceiling, why can't they get out of the bath?Why do dads make such bad jokes?Why does red mean 'stop' and green mean 'go'?Can I dig a tunnel to the other side of the Earth?How do plant seeds know which way is up?Can you fill up a black hole?Who popularised the recorder, and where can I get hold of them?For more from the team behind QI, visit qi.com. You can also follow QI's fact-filled Twitter account @qikipedia and listen to their weekly podcast at nosuchthingasafish.comFor more mind-boggling nuggets of wisdom check out the QI FACTS SERIES

Download or read book Humor That Works written by Andrew Tarvin and published by . This book was released on 2012-11-13 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author presents a collection of ways to reap the proven human and corporate benefits of humor at work, organized by core business skill and founded on his own work as a business speaker and coach with the consulting company, Humor That Works.

Download or read book Would You Rather written by Gift Guru and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-10 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Would You Rather?", featuring Hundreds of Hilarious and Interesting Questions, is a brand-new book that does exactly what it says on the tin. Inside these pages you'll find hundreds of interesting, thought-provoking, funny, outrageous and downright silly questions to ponder. This book makes a great conversation starter, a wonderful way to break the ice, or simply something to make you and your friends laugh out loud as you read out and try to answer the questions with a straight face. Off on a first date but wondering what to talk about or how to fill those awkward silences? Then load up on questions from this book and there will never be a dull moment on another date! The book contains lots of questions in random order, but also contains a range of questions on different topics, too, including the following: - Risk taking: If you have a vivid dream the day before a flight that something will go wrong, would you rather act on it and don't fly, or dismiss it as just a silly dream? - That's Just Silly: Would you rather spend an hour in a room listening to someone run their nails down a blackboard or eat the hottest chillies known to man? - Food: Would you rather eat a bowl of crickets, or a bowl of worms? - Hygiene: Would you rather eat your own bogeys, or your own ear wax? - Medicine: Would you rather wake up under anaesthetic during an operation or for the painkiller to be ineffective when having a filling? - Tricky Situations: Would you rather agree to spend Christmas with the in-laws you don't like to keep peace in the family, or insist you stay at home this year so you can relax and have some chill time? - Living the Dream: Would you rather have everyone you ask out find you incredibly attractive, or live a life of luxury as an averagely-attractive person? - Relationships: Would you rather, when you are 40+, use an up-to-date photograph of yourself on your dating profile, or one from 10 years ago? - On a Date: Would you rather smile sweetly throughout a date you know instantly is bad, or make an excuse and leave? Sibling Rivalries: Would you rather have the most attractive partner of any of your siblings, or the best job? ...and many more! We hope you find this book hilarious, interesting, informative and thought-provoking. It's the perfect novelty gift for you or a friend, whether as a birthday present, a secret santa gift or just for fun!

Download or read book Showtime Would You Rather Questions written by Marqa Collections and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2020-11-21 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: if you're looking for some FUNNY QUESTIONS GAME to spice things up with your Friends, Family & Coworkers, have a fun night and learn more about your freinds then look no further then this game book. Explore your freinds, family & coworkers opinions, hilarious comments and sarcastic answers in this humor and funny GUESSING GAME book for anyone who are ready to have some fun and get more intimate and excited together. Full of hilarious questions to make your tears drop of laughing, This couples Do You know Me Game? is a "Would You Rather...?" Game with a twist! This Book Feature: 60 Pages of the SARCASTIC would you rather questions Hours of FUN for Everyone, Adults, Teens and Even Kids Great for ROAD TRIPS and GAME NIGHTS Makes a great gift for all occasions including CHRISTMAS and BIRTHDAYS ORDER NOW

Download or read book Would You Rather Book For Kids 300 Hilarious Silly and Challenging Questions To Make You Laugh written by Stephen J. Ellis and published by Darfam Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-15 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **If You Want to Spend Quality Time with Your Kids in a Way That is Fun for Both of You, Then You Are in The Right Place**We all know that spending time with our kids is important, but it's not always easy.Whether they are bored or just plain naughty, sometimes getting them to sit still and pay attention can be a real challenge.Wouldn't it be great if you could get through the day without having to hear "I'm Bored!" one more time?That's why we created Would You Rather Book for Kids - an engaging book of questions that will keep your kids entertained for hours!If you're looking for a way to engage your kids in an activity that will keep them entertained, then this is the book for you.This would you rather questions collection is sure to bring hours of laughter and fun-filled joy into any household.It's guaranteed to provide hours of fun for the whole family, now spending time with your kids in a way that you both enjoy has never been easier.This book is one of the best books you will find in bookstores that provides such fantastic and engaging activities.It's not just a fantastic product but also an incredible experience you can have every day of your life.There's no need to worry anymore - because now YOU are in control!It doesn't matter if they are home alone after school. One sure thing is that they will never have another boring moment again, thanks to Would You Rather Book for Kids!This unique blueprint will: * Motivate your kids to develop reading skills * Encourage good behavior through the 300+ hilarious and silly questions * Challenge your kids intellectually with the stimulating questions * Stop the battle of wills by having a fun way to keep your kids on track * Provides tools to improve parent-child relations with family discussions * Engages and interests kids in conversation, letting them tell their side of the storyAnd much, much more!So, what are you waiting for? Grab your copy NOW!

Download or read book Would You Rather Questions 4 Everyone written by John Conrad and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-03 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Watch the look on their face when you ask these Would You Rather Questions... Over 300 gross & crazy questions that will make your stomach churn LOL! family friendly edition Make your friends laugh! Great gift for all occasions! Hilariously funny gross & crazy would you rather questions! Gross out your family and friends with over 300 crazy would you rather questions for everyone. These somewhat thoughtful but hilarious questions will have everyone laughing out loud - or mauybe just disgusted. The Would You Rather Question book makes the perfect gift for everyone and all occasions. Especially, for those who love questions, dad jokes, riddles, knock knock jokes, and more! Other Books by John Conrad Check out other joke books by John Conrad including 'Try Not to Laugh Out Loud!' Also, watch for new joke book titles to be released soon!

Download or read book How to Tell a Joke written by Marcus Tullius Cicero and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2021-03-30 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Timeless advice about how to use humor to win over any audience Can jokes win a hostile room, a hopeless argument, or even an election? You bet they can, according to Cicero, and he knew what he was talking about. One of Rome’s greatest politicians, speakers, and lawyers, Cicero was also reputedly one of antiquity’s funniest people. After he was elected commander-in-chief and head of state, his enemies even started calling him “the stand-up Consul.” How to Tell a Joke provides a lively new translation of Cicero’s essential writing on humor alongside that of the later Roman orator and educator Quintilian. The result is a timeless practical guide to how a well-timed joke can win over any audience. As powerful as jokes can be, they are also hugely risky. The line between a witty joke and an offensive one isn’t always clear. Cross it and you’ll look like a clown, or worse. Here, Cicero and Quintilian explore every aspect of telling jokes—while avoiding costly mistakes. Presenting the sections on humor in Cicero’s On the Ideal Orator and Quintilian’s The Education of the Orator, complete with an enlightening introduction and the original Latin on facing pages, How to Tell a Joke examines the risks and rewards of humor and analyzes basic types that readers can use to write their own jokes. Filled with insight, wit, and examples, including more than a few lawyer jokes, How to Tell a Joke will appeal to anyone interested in humor or the art of public speaking.

Download or read book Trivia for Seniors written by Jacob Maxwell and published by . This book was released on 2022-12-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research has found that laughter releases physical and emotional tension, elevates mood, enhances cognitive functioning, and increases friendliness. So... why not gift yourself or someone you love with the joy of laughter and mental health with this amazing trivia book? Beware: This book is full of hilarious, interesting, and relevant trivia questions that will have you (or your loved one) laughing for hours after you've put it down. There's no better way to have fun and keep your mind active than with this funny trivia book. In Trivia for Seniors: Random and Funny Edition. 365 Hilariously Random Questions That Will Test Your Wit, Develop Your Sense of Humor and Keep Your Brain Young you will: Burst with laughter with over 365 Fun and Hilariously Random Questions Pick and choose from multiple categories! Effortlessly improve long-term memory, working memory, executive functioning, processing speed, and so much more. Find the perfect gift for your parents and/or grandparents! Ready for a great brain workout? Click the 'add to cart' button and get a copy of this great book today!

Download or read book Humor Seriously written by Jennifer Aaker and published by Crown Currency. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WALL STREET JOURNAL, LOS ANGELES TIMES, AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER • Anyone—even you!—can learn how to harness the power of humor in business (and life), based on the popular class at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business. Don’t miss the authors’ TED Talk, “Why great leaders take humor seriously,” online now. “The ultimate guide to using the magical power of funny as a tool for leadership and a force for good.”—Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of When and Drive We are living through a period of unprecedented uncertainty and upheaval in both our personal and professional lives. So it should come as a surprise to exactly no one that trust, human connection, and mental well-being are all on the decline. This may seem like no laughing matter. Yet, the research shows that humor and laughter are among the most valuable tools we have at our disposal for strengthening bonds and relationships, diffusing stress and tension, boosting resilience, and performing when the stakes are high. That’s why Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas teach the popular course Humor: Serious Business at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, where they help some of the world’s most hard-driving, blazer-wearing business minds infuse more humor and levity into their work and lives. In Humor, Seriously, they draw on findings by behavioral scientists, world-class comedians, and inspiring business leaders to reveal how humor works and—more important—how you can use more of it, better. Aaker and Bagdonas unpack the theory and application of humor: what makes something funny, how to mine your life for material, and simple ways to identify and leverage your unique humor style. They show how to use humor to rebuild vital connections; appear more confident, competent, and authentic at work; and foster cultures where levity and creativity can thrive. President Dwight David Eisenhower once said, “A sense of humor is part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people, of getting things done.” If Dwight David Eisenhower, the second least naturally funny president (after Franklin Pierce), thought humor was necessary to win wars, build highways, and warn against the military-industrial complex, then you might consider learning it too.

Download or read book Poking a Dead Frog written by Mike Sacks and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-06-24 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY NPR Amy Poehler, Mel Brooks, Adam McKay, George Saunders, Bill Hader, Patton Oswalt, and many more take us deep inside the mysterious world of comedy in this fascinating, laugh-out-loud-funny book. Packed with behind-the-scenes stories—from a day in the writers’ room at The Onion to why a sketch does or doesn’t make it onto Saturday Night Live to how the BBC nearly erased the entire first season of Monty Python’s Flying Circus—Poking a Dead Frog is a must-read for comedy buffs, writers and pop culture junkies alike.

Download or read book Funny Jokes for Happy Kids Question and Answer Would You Rather Illustrated written by Bango Bongo and published by Bango Bongo. This book was released on 2021-04-18 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 55% OFF for Bookstores! Funny Games for Smart Kids or Stupid Adults Your customers will line up to buy this book for their kids

Download or read book Funny You Should Ask written by Barbara Poelle and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2020-01-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is a certain perception from the outside that the publishing industry is a near insurmountable fortress, with gatekeepers and naysayers manning the turrets looking for any way to fire a flaming arrow at the dreams of an aspiring writer. Funny You Should Ask, based on the popular Writer's Digest column of the same name, assists to deconstruct, inform, and illuminate the path to publication and beyond, all while dispelling the rumor that those in the industry are better than thou. And even though each writer's publishing journey is like a game of PLINKO--you can drop the chip in the same slot every time and get a different result--there are still common constructs and confusions that can be shared and explored together in order to help inform all writers. From understanding the nuts and bolts of a query letter, to learning how to process the soul-searing envy of watching someone else's career flourish, to how to talk to your editor, veteran literary agent Barbara Poelle covers the approach and execution of the common and uncommon bumps along the traditional publishing path. Includes • More than 100 questions answered including expanded answers to topics that didn't get the full treatment in a column • Writing exercises, submission checklists, and publishing BINGO for every publishing milestone

Download or read book Questions Galore Party Game Book Family Edition An Entertaining Question Game with Over 400 Funny Choices Silly Challenges and Hilarious Ice Breake written by Sadie Word and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-31 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clean fun for the whole family! This book is packed with over 400 Questions for hours of lively conversations and laughs! With five different types of question games inside, you will never go bored! Topics range from silly scenarios to empowering ideas for kids. Build stronger friendships by learning more about each other through these fun question games! Would you rather be able to speak in surround sound OR be able to record everything you hear on to the cloud? Make this your new go to book for fun conversation starters that promotes critical thinking, includes thoughtful topics and hilarious icebreaker questions. Get kids reading and talking without electronics with this game book! It's a helpful way for you to introduce serious issues, or have a blast learning more about each other! This book is full of questions to build stronger friendships and get kids to start communicating without electronics! Great for road trips, birthdays, school ice breaker activities, family dinners, sleepovers, game night, and parties with family and friends! Types of Question Activities include: Would you rather...? Most likely to...? Rapid Fire, Either Or...? Which is Worse? Never have I ever...? Each Question Game has optional interactive instructions to make the game more dynamic and fun. Or keep it simple and ask each other questions and start thoughtful conversations. With super fun topics for all ages, you will have hours of fun picking between choices, learning each other's preferences and so much more!

Download or read book Try Not To Laugh Challenge Would You Rather Christmas Edition written by Funny Mickey and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-16 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Would you rather have sausages for fingers of fingers for sausages? Would you rather live in a castle or a cabin the woods? How do you answer the most impossible questions without laughing? Kids and teens (and most adults too) love a laugh and there's no better fun than asking a crazy question that has to be answered, one way or another. The more impossible the question, the harder it is to answer, but you have to say something in this wacky game that is great for all ages. Inside the pages of Try Not to Laugh Challenge - Would You Rather? Christmas Edition: Hilarious & Friendly Questions for Kids and Teens, you'll find dozens of questions that offer a simple choice, in a book that is perfect for: Kids and adults of all ages A party or get together Christmas Day fun An evening in with friends or family A boring rainy day Long car, train or plane journeys And just about any other scenario... If you have ever wondered if you would prefer to two mouths or two noses, or if you would rather have dinosaurs or dragons come to life, then this book poses those and lots more imponderables for you to try to answer. Get a copy now and see if you can answer what you would rather, without laughing!

Download or read book Would You Rather Book for Teenagers written by Shut Up Coloring and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2020-07-21 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Would You Rather Book for TeenagersHilarious Questions, Silly Scenarios, Quizzes and Funny Jokes for Teens Discover the interactive, fun, and hilarious Would You Rather book for teens that will help bring everyone closer together, break the ice, and get everyone laughing out loud! Quick Question! Would You Rather Keep Your Teens Entertained For Hours Or Have Them Complain Every 15 Minutes? Well, the answer to that question might be simple, but we have 100 more challenging, fun, and thought-provoking "Would You Rather" questions that will offer your teens and their friends endless hours of fun! No more boring road trips. No more awkward sleepovers. No more video games or tablets! What Are You Waiting For? Make the next sleepover, playdate, family vacation, visit to the grandparents, family reunion, birthday party, road trip, plane flight or bus ride more fun than ever!