Books like 'Nothing Like I Imagined'
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Happy Pig Day! by Mo Willems
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsGerald is careful. Piggie is not.Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to.Gerald and Piggie are best friends... -
The Chronicles of Audy: 4R by Orizuka
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsHai. Namaku Audy. Umurku 22 tahun. Hidupku tadinya biasa-biasa saja, sampai kedua orangtuaku jatuh bangkrut karena ditipu. Aku hanya tinggal selangkah lagi menuju gelar sarjanaku. Selangkah lagi! Tapi kedua orangtuaku rupanya tega merusak momen itu. Jadi sekarang, di sinilah aku berada. Di rumah aneh yang dihuni oleh 4 bersaudara yang sama anehnya: Regan, Romeo, Rex dan Rafael... -
Calm the F*ck Down: An Irreverent Adult Coloring Book by Sasha O'Hara
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratings**WARNING: THIS BOOK CONTAINS MATURE LANGUAGE! IT IS NOT INTENDED FOR CHILDREN!**Calm the F*ck Down is the perfect way to unwind and relax for those with a subversive and irreverent sense of humor. Color the things you can't say.•Twenty-one single sided adult coloring pages•Two color test pages.•Illustrations range from moderate to complex detail... -
Extreme Vinyl Cafe by Stuart McLean
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIf you ask them, Dave and Morley's friends will tell you that no matter how long you've known people, they can still surprise you. After all, no one expects to see a grown man dive into the trunk of his car to chase a rat... -
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Nanette's Baguette by WILLEMS MO
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsNanette's Baguette, follows our plucky heroine on her first big solo trip to the bakery. But . . -
The Big Bed by Bunmi Laditan
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsFrom the creator of the Honest Toddler blog, The Big Bed is a humorous picture book about a girl who doesn't want to sleep in her little bed, so she presents her dad with his own bed―a camping cot!―in order to move herself into her parents' big bed in his place. A twist on the classic parental struggle of not letting kids sleep in their bed... -
Is Everyone Ready for Fun? by Jan Thomas
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsChicken has some unexpected and exuberant cow visitors who have exciting plans for jumping, dancing, and wiggling on his teeny-tiny couch, and Chicken is none too happy about it... -
My Cat Looks Like My Dad by Thao Lam
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsNew from the creator of Wallpaper and Skunk on a String comes a witty and uplifting picture book that will speak to families of all varieties about how family really is what you make it.Minimal text paired with bright paper-collage illustrations create comparisons on each spread in which the narrator talks about their family--especially the striking similarities between Dad and the cat... -
Cheeky Romance by Kim Eun Jeong
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWanita yang tingkahnya tidak terduga, “si ibu hamil nasional”, vs laki-laki yang selalu dianggap sempurna,“si dokter nasional”. Aku adalah seorang reporter. Saat aku sedang bekerja, di tengah syuting, muncul seorang dokter kandungan yang marah-marah seperti orang gila dan menuduhku sebagai ibu hamil. Celakanya, acara itu sedang ditayangkan ke seluruh penjuru negeri... -
Everything But a Christmas Eve by Holly Jacobs
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFor years, Nana Vancy Bashalde Salo believed that she d cursed her own family with bad weddings. Now that the curse is broken, she s bored. Her best friends, the Silver Bells, convince her to try her hand at matchmaking. And Nana has just the person in mind: Salo Construction's new office manager, Eve Allen. Eve is coming out of a bad relationship and longs for a little quiet and order... -
Boys Rock! by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWally Hatford dreams of long lazy days far away from school and Caroline Malloy. But Wally, the best speller among the Hatford brothers, gets roped into helping them with a summer newspaper project that will earn the twins school credit.What does that get Wally? When he hears scratching noises coming from Oldakers’ bookstore cellar, Mr... -
After School Club by Orizuka
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAneh, Ajaib, Norak. Tiga kata itu pas untuk menggambarkan penghuni kelas After School. Kelas ini juga dianggap sebagai kelas anak-anak “bodoh” oleh seluruh warga sekolah. Gara-gara nilai Fisikanya jeblok dua kali berturut-turut, Putra harus masuk kelas itu. Ini jadi aib yang serius bagi Putra yang terkenal cool dan populer... -
Elbow Grease vs. Motozilla by John Cena, Howard McWilliam
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSuperstar entertainer John Cena's second picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling series features a high-octane story--starring the truck who never gives up, Elbow Grease!Elbow Grease may be little but he's got grit and gumption to spare--and he's back! It's time for Elbow Grease to face off against the gnarly monster machine Motozilla... -
The Guy Who Dated My Roommate by Karly Stratford
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsa sweet second chance romance The only thing worse than a trust exercise is having to work with the one man I’d rather never speak to again.Avoiding Broadway's leading man is difficult, but not impossible. He's on the stage and I play in the pit. If I time things right, I rarely have to see him... -
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Hans steek die Rubicon oor by Rudie van Rensburg
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHans loop op 90 nié met ’n loopring nie. Sy orige kinders maneuvreer hom vanuit hul tuistes oorsee in Huis Madeliefie in, maar Hans skop nog kliphard, en gou lei hy ’n ouetehuisopstand teen die onhoudbaar drakoniese matrone. Dis daggakoekies, ontkleedansers en vet sports net waar jy kyk in hierdie hoogs komiese roman oor oudword op eie terme... -
Lying to Children by Alex Shahla
Rated: 3.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA fictional father writes letters to his college-aged daughter and son remembering events, large and small, from their family’s past in the poignant and hilarious Lying to Children... -
No Relation by Terry Fallis
Rated: 3.64 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIn his fourth novel, winner of the 2011 Canada Reads competition and "CanLit's crowned king of chuckles" (Telegraph-Journal) Terry Fallis's sharp, funny wit takes readers into the world of identity, inheritance, and belonging, begging the question: What's in a name? This is the story of a young copywriter in New York City... -
Orangey the Goldfish by Eddie Bee, Teri Bee
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThis fun children's picture book follows the story of a growing relationship between an adventurous boy Billy and his new pet goldfish named Orangey. As Billy learns how to take care of his new pet goldfish who really loves to eat, we learn Orangey is a goldfish that talks... -
Shit Happens: Gue yang Ogah Kawin, Kok Lo yang Rese?! by Christian Simamora, Windy Ariestanty
Rated: 3.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsShit does happen in their life. But, still, life must goes on.... Lula, Sebastian, dan Langit. Tiga orang lajang yang hidup di kota besar bernama Jakarta dengan profesi berbeda. Jurnalis, penulis, dan editor. Love their life much, so damn proud of themselves, boast their freedom of life as an individual. ‘till one question ruins their [un]perfect life... -
Should I Share My Ice Cream? by Mo Willems
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsGerald is careful. Piggie is not.Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to.Gerald and Piggie are best friends.In Should I Share My Ice Cream? Gerald has a big decision to make... -
Windswept & Interesting: My Autobiography by Billy Connolly
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsIn his first full-length autobiography, comedy legend and national treasure Billy Connolly reveals the truth behind his windswept and interesting life.Born in a tenement flat in Glasgow in 1942, orphaned by the age of 4, and a survivor of appalling abuse at the hands of his own family, Billy's life is a remarkable story of success against all the odds... -
The Big Bang Theory: The Definitive, Inside Story of the Epic Hit Series by Jessica Radloff
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe definitive, behind-the-scenes look at the most popular sitcom of the last decade, The Big Bang Theory, packed with all-new, exclusive interviews with the producers and the entire cast. The Big Bang Theory is a television phenomenon... -
Bamboozled By Jesus: How God Tricked Me into the Life of My Dreams by Yvonne Orji
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 16 ratings" Bamboozled by Jesus is real talk about deep faith put in practice from a woman committed to living a life of vision, purpose, service and success." — Kerry Washington, actress, producer, & directorThriving stand-up comic and actress Yvonne Orji—best known as Issa Rae's BFF on the HBO series, Insecure— shares the secrets to living the life of your dreams... -
And Away... by Bob Mortimer
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsBob Mortimer’s life was trundling along happily until suddenly in 2015 he was diagnosed with a heart condition that required immediate surgery and forced him to cancel an upcoming tour. The episode unnerved him, but forced him to reflect on his life so far... -
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Help Is On the Way by Mindy Kaling
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsAfter a friend real-talks Mindy into hiring a baby nurse, she finds the help she needs—and so much more—in this soulful essay by the acclaimed writer, actress, producer, and director.Becoming a new mother after losing her own, Mindy Kaling needs help—like someone to answer the questions What is a baby, and why don’t they have kneecaps? Enter Rose... -
Nhóc Miko! Cô bé nhí nhảnh by Ono Eriko
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsNhững câu chuyện đời thường hết sức ngộ nghĩnh, dễ thương của cô bé học sinh cấp 1 Miko sẽ đưa độc giả trở về những năm tháng tuổi thơ tươi đẹp, ngọt ngào... -
Nhóc Miko! Cô bé nhí nhảnh by Ono Eriko
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsNhững câu chuyện đời thường hết sức ngộ nghĩnh, dễ thương của cô bé học sinh cấp 1 Miko sẽ đưa độc giả trở về những năm tháng tuổi thơ tươi đẹp, ngọt ngào... -
Azumanga Daioh, Vol. 4 by Kiyohiko Azuma, あずま きよひこ
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsThe gang of high schoolers takes a trip to sunny Okinawa, where Osaka plays with sea cucumbers. Yomi announces her intention to join InterPol, and Sakaki gets a cat that will let her pet it. When the gang gets together for a camping trip, Mr. Kimura makes his big confession to one of the students. This volume is a part of the popular series... -
Once Upon A Tyne: Our story celebrating 30 years together on telly by Ant McPartlin & Declan Donnelly, Declan Donnelly
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsComplete with Christmassy gold cover, this is the perfect uplifting gift for Ant and Dec fans. (P.S. it's a little known fact that you can give gifts to yourself, too. Go on, treat yourself!)Told through the lens of every TV show Ant and Dec have made, this is the riotously funny journey of two ordinary lads from Newcastle who have gone on to achieve extraordinary things... -
Just Ignore Him by Alan Davies
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe story of a life built on sand. In the rain.In this compelling memoir, comedian and actor Alan Davies recalls his boyhood with vivid insight and devastating humour. Shifting between his 1970s upbringing and his life today, Davies moves poignantly from innocence to experience to the clarity of hindsight, always with a keen sense of the absurd...
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