Making Nice

Author : Matt Sumell
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2015-02-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781627790949

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Making Nice by Matt Sumell Pdf

Named a book of the year by BUSTLE and ELECTRIC LITERATURE “Alby is Holden Caulfield in the Internet age..." --Los Angeles Times Hailed as "indelible" by Entertainment Weekly, a "cringe-inducingly funny" (The Wall Street Journal) gut-punch of a debut about love, grief, and family "unleashes one of the most comically arresting voices this side of Sam Lipsyte's Homeland" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) In Matt Sumell's blazing first book, our hero Alby flails wildly against the world around him—he punches his sister (she deserved it), "unprotectos" broads (they deserved it and liked it), gets drunk and picks fights (all deserved), defends defenseless creatures both large and small, and spews insults at children, slow drivers, old ladies, and every single surviving member of his family. In each of these stories Alby distills the anguish, the terror, the humor, and the strange grace—or lack of—he experiences in the aftermath of his mother's death. Swirling at the center of Alby's rage is a grief so big, so profound, it might swallow him whole. As he drinks, screws, and jokes his way through his pain and heartache, Alby's anger, his kindness, and his capacity for good bubble up when he (and we) least expect it. Sumell delivers "a naked rendering of a heart sorting through its broken pieces to survive.*" Making Nice is a powerful, full-steam-ahead ride that will keep you laughing even as you try to catch your breath; a new classic about love, loss, and the fine line between grappling through grief and fighting for (and with) the only family you've got. *Mark Richard

Author : Ferdinand Mount
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781472992864

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Making Nice by Ferdinand Mount Pdf

The deliciously sharp new novel from Ferdinand Mount, author of the Sunday Times Book of the Year Kiss Myself Goodbye Ferdinand Mount's stinging satire plunges into the dubious world of London PR firms, the back rooms of Westminster and the campaign trail in Africa and America. We follow the hapless Dickie Pentecost, redundant diplomatic correspondent for a foundering national newspaper, together with his stern oncologist wife Jane, and their daughters Flo, an aspiring ballerina, and the quizzical teenager Lucy. The whole family find themselves entangled in an ever more alarming series of events revolving around the elusive Ethel (full name Ethelbert), dynamic founder of the soaring public relations agency Making Nice. With echoes of Evelyn Waugh and The Thick of It, Making Nice is a masterly take on the madness of contemporary society and the limitless human capacity for self-deception.

Author : Alan Haehnel
Publisher : Baker's Plays
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2011-03
Category : Drama
ISBN : 0874401054

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Making Nice by Alan Haehnel Pdf

Alan Haehnel Comedy Characters: 8 female, 4 male, extras, gender and numbers of characters easily manipulated The curtain opens on Cybeline, lost in the dark woods, calling plaintively for rescue as wolves prowl closer and closer All of a sudden, No, no, no! rings out from the back of the theater and a disgruntled, dictatorial director barges down the aisle, furious at the actress, the cast, and the entire crew! She commands, No one leaves the theater until this product

Author : John Griffin,Jeff Gold
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-08-18
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781532024979

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Making Good Food Great by John Griffin,Jeff Gold Pdf

There is a lot of good food. There is not a lot of great. There are reasons why some food is only just good, and some food is just plain great. Umami and the Maillard Reaction are two reasons why a dish will make the leap from good to great. In this book, Chefs Griffin and Gold demonstrate the nuances of technique and flavors that transform a simple dish that is just good, to a simple dish that is just plain great. With culinary illustrations by Elliott Wennet and many fine recipes, Making Good Food Great will help you understand why some of your dishes taste great, and help you improve all of your recipes.

Author : Todd Whitaker,Annette Breaux
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 379 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2014-01-09
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781317923565

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Making Good Teaching Great by Todd Whitaker,Annette Breaux Pdf

Every good teacher strives to be a great teacher - and this must-have book shows you how! It's filled with practical tips and strategies for connecting with your students in a meaningful and powerful way. Learn how to improve student learning with easy-to-implement daily activities designed to integrate seamlessly into any day of the school year. This is a readable, hands-on guide for both new and seasoned teachers - complete with "20-Day Reality Checks" so you can reflect on your progress and identify areas for improvement.

Author : Duke Robinson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-02
Category : PSYCHOLOGY
ISBN : 0446597015

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Too Nice for Your Own Good by Duke Robinson Pdf

With the poignant honesty of Robert Fulghum and the good sense of "Dear Abby", this practical guide shows effective ways to avoid being "too" nice and reclaim a satisfying and fulfilling life. Most people are raised to be "nice". But some just overdo it. They want to be perfect: always helpful, always available, never distinguishing between their own needs and those of others. Inside they're frustrated and unhappy. By analyzing the nine most common pitfalls, "Good Intentions" shows how the afflicted can liberate themselves from this damaging behavior, assert their own needs, and still remain the "good person" they've always wanted to be.

Author : Mark Scharenbroich
Publisher : Echo Bay Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-30
Category : Conduct of life
ISBN : 0982656238

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Nice Bike by Mark Scharenbroich Pdf

Nice Bike is a collection of stories based on making meaningful connections with others in both your work and in your life. It's about being a part of a community, knowing that contributions matter and experiencing a greater affiliation with others. The premise begins at the 2003 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle company's 100 year anniversary celebration. Thousands and thousands of bikers throughout the world attended the event. As a Harley owner stood proudly by his bike at that event, what two words from a passerby would have made their weekend? "Nice Bike." "Nice Bike" is more than a casual compliment. It's the engine that is fueled with the three actions of acknowledging, honoring and connecting with others. Nice Bike can help you with your daily interactions, create more meaningful relationships and add more joy in your journey on the road of life. When you have a better understanding of how to make meaningful connections, you can live a life filled with a greater sense of self worth and accomplishment in your work and in your life. Acknowledge, honor, and connect and you will change the world, one person at a time.

Author : Elizabeth Wormeley Latimer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1896
Category : Italy
ISBN : HARVARD:HW7SC9

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Italy in the Nineteenth Century, and the Making of Austro-Hungary and Germany by Elizabeth Wormeley Latimer Pdf

Author : Elizabeth Wormeley Latimer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 542 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1898
Category : Italy
ISBN : HARVARD:HW3F1W

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Italy in the Nineteenth Century and the Making of Austria-Hungary and Germany by Elizabeth Wormeley Latimer Pdf

Author : Charles L. Granata,Tony Asher
Publisher : Chicago Review Press
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2016-10-01
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781613738405

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Wouldn't It Be Nice by Charles L. Granata,Tony Asher Pdf

When he first started working on Pet Sounds, Brian Wilson said that he was going to write "the greatest rock album ever made." That album, released in 1966, fifty years ago, changed the face of popular music.From conception and composition to arrangement and production, Pet Sounds was the work of one extraordinary man. Turning his back on the protest songs and folk rock of his contemporaries and even on the bright surf sound of his own creation, Brian Wilson reached deep within himself to make music that struck an emotional chord and touched people's souls. Embracing the rapidly advancing recording technology of the time, he expertly created an original studio sound that would inspire generations of listeners and musicians.Featuring a detailed track-by-track analysis of the songs and extensive interviews with key personalities, this unique book reveals the influences--musical, personal, and professional--that together created this groundbreaking album. Now revised to include new information and recent developments, this is the definitive book on one of the greatest albums ever made.

Author : Nadeem Masood
Publisher : Troubador Publishing Ltd
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781783067572

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Making Pandemonium by Nadeem Masood Pdf

The Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games in 2012 was largely celebrated as the greatest ceremony ever. It won over critics and the general public, and made a nation proud. This book describes the entire rehearsal process of the volunteers, told from a performer's perspective, for what most agreed was the most spectacular part of the show.

Author : Elizah J. Davis
Publisher : Dreamspinner Press LLC
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2014-12-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1632165279

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Making Nice by Elizah J. Davis Pdf

Blake is determined to make nice with Ryan, since they'll be stuck with each other when Blake's twin marries Ryan's best friend.

Author : George Orwell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1421108701

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A Nice Cup of Tea by George Orwell Pdf

Author : Moriah Elizabeth
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2015-05-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0692452745

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Create This Book by Moriah Elizabeth Pdf

Create This Book is the ultimate outlet for creativity. Includes 242 pages of unique and inspiring prompts to get you in the creative zone! Whether you are trying to get past an artist's block, wanting to become more creative, or just looking to have some fun, you will love this interactive journal! Want to learn more? Check out "Create This Book" on Youtube! You can watch Moriah Elizabeth's "Create This Book" Series! Great for inspiration and guidance on your creative journey! Go to MoriahElizabeth.com for more information.

Author : Karamo Brown,Jason "Rachel" Brown
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2019-11-05
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781250762221

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I Am Perfectly Designed by Karamo Brown,Jason "Rachel" Brown Pdf

I Am Perfectly Designed is an exuberant celebration of loving who you are, exactly as you are, from Karamo Brown, the Culture Expert of Netflix's hit series Queer Eye, and Jason Brown—featuring illustrations by Anoosha Syed. In this empowering ode to modern families, a boy and his father take a joyful walk through the city, discovering all the ways in which they are perfectly designed for each other. "With tenderness and wit, this story captures the magic of building strong childhood memories. The Browns and Syed celebrate the special bond between parent and child with joy and flair...Syed's bright, cartoon illustrations enrich the tale with a meaningful message of kindness and inclusion."—Kirkus