Author : Scott Semegran
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0463522532
To Squeeze a Prairie Dog
Scott Semegran
To Squeeze A Prairie Dog
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To Squeeze a Prairie Dog
Scott Semegran
Author : Scott Semegran
Publisher : Mutt Press
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2019-02-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
To Squeeze a Prairie Dog by Scott Semegran Pdf
2020 IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award Gold Medal Winner for Humor 2019 Readers' Favorite International Book Award Winner: Silver Medal for Fiction - Humor/Comedy 2019 Texas Author Project Winner: Adult Fiction This is the story of J. D. Wiswall, a sincere young man from a small town, who joins a state government agency in a data entry department comprised of quirky clerks. Quickly endearing himself to the diverse group in Unit 3, J. D. learns his coworkers have a pact to share the $10,000 prize if they win a cost-savings program for a suggestion that could save the government money, in turn helping them rise above their own personal struggles. A multimillion-dollar cost-savings suggestion is accidentally discovered by J. D.'s supervisor, the goof-off alcoholic Brent Baker. This lucrative discovery catches the attention of crotchety Governor Dwayne Bennett, a media-hungry demagogue, who turns the coworkers of Unit 3 into props for his selfish political reasons. The publicity surrounding the clerks piques the interest of a newspaper reporter, Esther Jean Stinson, whose investigative reporting threatens to reveal the governor's career-ending secret, as well as jeopardizes the prize that the clerks so desperately desire. Along with J. D. and Brent, the lives of the amiable coworkers in Unit 3 are revealed. There is Rita Jackson, the kind matriarch of her large brood, who spends her time outside of work caring for her five struggling children and thirteen wily grandchildren. Then there's Deborah Martinez, a single mother to a felonious son, who struggles to keep her head above her sinking financial woes. There's also Conchino Gonzalez, a quiescent giant of Mexican and Japanese descent, who street races at night to relieve worries about his ailing grandfather in Japan. Finally, J. D. has dreams bigger than his small hometown can provide, and Brent wants nothing more than to drop the bureaucratic routine to become a rock star with his bar band. A few blocks away from the agency that houses Unit 3, Governor Bennett, a smarmy politician who whizzes around the Governor's Mansion on a gold-plated wheelchair, parades the unwitting clerks in front of the local media in an attempt to raise his sagging poll numbers. But reporter Esther Jean sees through the governor's bald-faced motives and uncovers secrets not meant to be revealed. Will her revelations keep Unit 3 from receiving their elusive prize? From award-winning writer Scott Semegran, To Squeeze a Prairie Dog is an American, modern-day tale with working-class folks—part fable, part satire, and part comedy—revealing that camaraderie amongst kind-hearted friends wins the day over evil intentions. "An amusing yet heartwarming romp... To Squeeze a Prairie Dog is an entertaining slice-of-life story that's humorous yet uplifting at the same time. By the novel's last page, readers will be longing for more." — BlueInk Reviews (Starred Review) "To Squeeze a Prairie Dog paints a rollicking story that careens through the office structure to delve into the motivations, lives, and connections between ordinary individuals... an uplifting, fun story." — Midwest Book Review "A comic sendup of state government that remains lighthearted, deadpan, and full of affection for both urban and rural Texas." — Kirkus Reviews "An accomplished tale... a recommended read for fans of humor, drama, and office politics." — Readers' Favorite Book Reviews. 5 stars. "Fascinating and heartfelt." — IndieReader "Semegran is at the top of his game as he crafts this thoroughly engaging read. Written in a crisp, clear prose, this fast-paced novel will delight fans of literary fiction." — The Prairies Book Review. 5 stars. "Semegran lures you in with a combination of sardonic wit and slapstick comedy, but before you know it, you're contemplating issues of money, class, media, politics, the social contract, and the many possible definitions of success... To Squeeze a Prairie Dog concludes on just the right note and contains depths you won't expect." — Lone Star Literary Life
Prairie Dog Burrows
Christopher Forest
Author : Christopher Forest
Publisher : North Star Editions, Inc.
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2018-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781641851664
Prairie Dog Burrows by Christopher Forest Pdf
Explains the process and materials that prairie dogs use to build burrows. This book’s colorful photos, clear text, and “A Closer Look” feature highlight the engineering that makes this structure such a marvel and helps prairie dogs survive in the wild.
Boys
Scott Semegran
Author : Scott Semegran
Publisher : Mutt Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2015-08-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
Boys by Scott Semegran Pdf
THE BESTSELLING, AWARD-WINNING BOOK WITH THREE CAPTIVATING STORIES 2018 IndieReader Discovery Awards: Winner for Short Stories "The writing is sharp and unpretentiously thoughtful... An endearing collection that deftly captures the need for youthful fellowship." -- Kirkus Reviews These are the stories of three boys living in Texas: one growing up, one dreaming, and one fighting to stay alive in the face of destitution and adversity. There's second-grader William, a shy yet imaginative boy who schemes about how to get back at his school-yard bully, Randy. Then there's Sam, a 15-year-old boy who dreams of getting a 1980 Mazda RX-7 for his sixteenth birthday but has to work at a Greek restaurant to fund his dream. Finally, there's Seff, a 21-year-old on the brink of manhood, trying to survive along with his roommate, working as waiters and barely making ends meet. These three stories are told with heart, humor, and an uncompromising look at what it meant to grow up in Texas during the 1980s and 1990s. The writing of Scott Semegran has been praised by bestselling author / Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Davy Rothbart as "Hilarious, poignant, and twisted." Award-winning cartoonist Emily Flake described the fiction of Scott Semegran as "Funny, sweet, dark, and sad, Scott Semegran's stories create a wholly convincing world of love, loss, and fear. His light touch with heavy subjects is a gift, and his forays into silliness are a delight." "Verdict: With nary a dull moment, Scott Semegran's BOYS features short stories filled with unexpected nuances that draws readers right into the heart of his well-developed characters." -- IndieReader. 5 Stars. IR Approved. Best Reviewed Books of 2017. "Semegran's work is evocative and replete with relatable, recognizable characters... who find comfort in friendship. With its descriptive flair and flashes of humor, Boys offers an engaging read--one short fiction fans are sure to enjoy." -- BlueInk Review "Raising difficult questions of morality, this slice-of-life narrative is as heartfelt as it is entertaining... Boys is compellingly realistic fiction. Its fantastic details, interesting construction, and humor make it worth the read." -- Foreword Clarion Reviews. Clarion Rating: 4 out of 5.
Sammie & Budgie
Scott Semegran
Author : Scott Semegran
Publisher : Mutt Press
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
Sammie & Budgie by Scott Semegran Pdf
From Kindle bestselling writer and cartoonist Scott Semegran, Sammie & Budgie is a quirky, mystical tale of a self-doubting IT nerd and his young son, who possesses the gift of foresight. The boy's special ability propels his family on a road trip to visit his ailing grandfather, a prickly man who left an indelible stamp on the father and son. The three are connected through more than genetics, their lives intertwined through dreams, imagination, and longing. Simon works as a network administrator for a state government agency, a consolation after a promising career as a novelist flounders. He finds himself a single parent of two small children following the mysterious death of his adulterous wife. From the ashes of his failed marriage emerges a tight-knit family of three: a creative, special needs son, a hyperactive, butt-kicking daughter, and the caring, sensitive father. But when his son's special ability reveals itself, Simon struggles to keep his little family together in the face of adversity and uncertainty. Sammie is a creative third-grader that draws adventures in his sketchbook with his imaginary friend, Budgie, a parakeet that protects him from the monsters inhabiting his dreams. Sammie is also a special needs child but is special in more ways than one. He can see the future. Sammie seemingly can predict events both mundane and catastrophic in equal measure. But when he envisions the suffering of his grandfather, the family embarks on a road trip to San Antonio with the nanny to visit the ailing patriarch. Sammie & Budgie is an illustrated novel brought to you from the quirky mind of writer and cartoonist Scott Semegran. The novel explores the bond between a caring father and his children, one affected by his own thorny relationship with his surly father, and the connection he has with his sweet son is thicker than blood, going to the place where dreams are conceived and realized.
Prairie Dog’s Hideaway
Dee Phillips
Author : Dee Phillips
Publisher : Bearport Publishing
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781617724756
Prairie Dog’s Hideaway by Dee Phillips Pdf
A prairie dog, standing on its hind legs, spots a badger on the prowl for its next meal. The little animal quickly begins jumping up and down and letting out a series of short barks. Other prairie dogs know that means it's not safe to stay outside, so they bark to help spread the warning before vanishing into their underground burrows. By communicating the danger to each other, all the prairie dogs stay safe from the predator. Clear text and colorful photos and diagrams will engage young readers as they learn about the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of these resourceful animals. Age-appropriate activities and critical-thinking questions give readers a chance to make observations and gain insights beyond the facts and figures.
The Prairie Dog
Dorothy S. Beers
Author : Dorothy S. Beers
Publisher : Minneapolis, Minn. : Dillon Press
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0875184448
The Prairie Dog by Dorothy S. Beers Pdf
An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the member of the squirrel family that lives in underground burrows.
Prairie Dogs
Kristin Schuetz
Author : Kristin Schuetz
Publisher : Bellwether Media
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2014-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781612119182
Prairie Dogs by Kristin Schuetz Pdf
Prairie dogs are known for the extensive burrow systems in which they live. Called Òtowns,Ó prairie dog communities can cover thousands of square miles! Young readers will be surprised how house-like these tunnels are when they dig into this interesting title.
Prairie Dog
Graves
Author : Graves
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0292728263
Prairie Dog by Graves Pdf
Prairie Dogs
Darice Bailer
Author : Darice Bailer
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2012-01-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781608706181
Prairie Dogs by Darice Bailer Pdf
Provides information about prairie dogs, including their anatomy, special skills, habitat, and diet.
The Benevolent Lords of Sometimes Island
Scott Semegran
Author : Scott Semegran
Publisher : Mutt Press
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
The Benevolent Lords of Sometimes Island by Scott Semegran Pdf
"A fantastic coming-of-age thriller." — IndieReader (IR Approved) 2021 First Place for Middle-Grade/Young Adult — Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards 2021 Shortlisted — U.S. Selfies Book Awards 2020 Quarter Finalist for Young Adult Fiction — The BookLife Prize The summer of 1986. Central Texas. William and his friends should be having a blast. Instead, they are hounded by the Thousand Oaks Gang and their merciless leader, Bloody Billy. William found Billy’s backpack. And because of what it contains, Billy desperately wants it back, and he’ll do anything to get it. William hatches a plan for his friends to sneak away and hide in an abandoned lake house, except they become stranded on the lake’s desolate island without food or water. Will their time on the island devolve into chaos? Will the friends survive and be rescued? The Benevolent Lords of Sometimes Island is Lord of the Flies meets The Body by Stephen King, the inspiration for the classic movie Stand By Me. A gripping suspense story with adventure and danger, tinged with humorous banter between the four friends, the middle schoolers face certain death without adults to protect them from the unrelenting natural elements, as well as the wild creatures that lurk in the wilderness around the lake. With a backpack filled with money and marijuana they stole from the merciless gang leader, it’s only a matter of time before the high schoolers come looking for them, too. From award-winning writer Scott Semegran, The Benevolent Lords of Sometimes Island is his eighth book. This novel is Semegran’s response to William Golding’s 1954 novel Lord of the Flies, which was Golding’s response to The Coral Island by R. M. Ballantyne, an adventure novel from 1858. All three novels tackle the premise of boys stranded on an island, with Semegran’s novel taking a decidedly modern view of a group of friends in Central Texas during the summer of 1986 working to survive in a situation filled with danger and desperation with only each other to rely on. "This well-crafted story will appeal to anyone who grew up in the '80s. Fans of Stand by Me will also enjoy this trip back in time. Although at times wistful, it's not a purely nostalgic ode to growing up, but a genuine, moving and irresistible meditation on the value of friendship." — BlueInk Review (Starred Review) “A fantastic coming-of-age thriller that puts a positive spin on troubled adolescence.” — IndieReader (IR Approved) "Scott Semegran stretches his literary muscles in this highly accomplished and well-crafted read... a modern classic." — Readers' Favorite Book Reviews. 5 stars. "A page-turner. With his assured writing, tight plotting, and talent to fill a story with realistic details, Semegran has created another winner... A must read!" — The Prairies Book Review. 5 stars. "Evocative and compelling... a highly recommended, superb example of psychological twists and interpersonal encounters gone awry." — Midwest Book Review, D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer “Sharply drawn characters in an engaging, suspenseful coming-of-age tale.” — Lone Star Literary Life “[Semegran] puts the dynamics of adolescent friendships at the heart of his story... an absorbing, nostalgic, and polished story.” — Kirkus Reviews “Semegran excels at crafting vivid, realistic characters through sharp and nuanced descriptions. The narrator's warmth, humor, and candor is a joy to read.” — The BookLife Prize. Overall: 9.75 out of 10.
Prairie Dogs
Megan Kopp
Author : Megan Kopp
Publisher : Av2 by Weigl
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Prairie dogs
ISBN : 1616906243
Prairie Dogs by Megan Kopp Pdf
This brief introduction to the prairie dog discusses its habitat, food, and life cycle.
Prairie Dogs
Lynn M. Stone
Author : Lynn M. Stone
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0865932824
Prairie Dogs by Lynn M. Stone Pdf
Examines the physical characteristics, habits, and distinctive towns of the prairie dog.
Prairie Dogs
Lynn George
Author : Lynn George
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2010-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781448810475
Prairie Dogs by Lynn George Pdf
Readers are given a peek at the amazing underground world of the prairie dog. The interconnected tunnels of a prairie dog colony can extend for miles. Students will find out everything they ever wanted to know about this sociable squirrel relative and their amazing tunnels through fact-filled, inviting text and awesome full-color imagery.
Prairie Dogs
Cari Meister
Author : Cari Meister
Publisher : Bullfrog Books
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1624967620
Prairie Dogs by Cari Meister Pdf
In Prairie Dogs, young readers will learn about the life of a prairie dog. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how prairie dogs live and work together in prairie dog towns.A labeled diagram helps readers identify a prairie dogs body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about prairie dogs online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Prairie Dogs also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Prairie Dogs is part of the My First Animal Library series from Jump!
