You Can Be Serious

Author : Kal Penn
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2022-08-09
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781982171391

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You Can't Be Serious by Kal Penn Pdf

"Kal Penn's unlikely career arc has taken him from nerdy American kid from an immigrant family in the New York suburb of Montclair, New Jersey, to world-famous actor, to White House staffer under President Obama, and back to actor again. Now, in You Can't Be Serious, he reflects on the most ridiculous, offensive, and rewarding moments that have stood out during his journey. With intelligence, humor, and charm on every page, Penn explores what it means to be the embodiment of the American Dream, as the child of immigrant parents who came to this country with very little, and who never expected to see their son get his big break by sliding off an oiled-up naked woman in a raunchy Ryan Reynolds movie. He also pulls back the curtain on racism in Hollywood and the constant reminders that he would never fit in. And of course, he reveals how, after twenty-five years fighting for success in Hollywood, he made the terrifying but rewarding decision to walk away from it all for a career in politics. Above all, You Can't Be Serious shows that everyone can have more than one life story. Penn bravely demonstrates by example that no matter who you are and where you come from, you have many more choices than those presented to you. It's a story about struggle, triumph, and learning how to keep your head up. And okay, yes, it's also about whether Kal really smoked weed in the White House with the former First Lady--because let's be honest, that's what you really want to know"--

Author : John McEnroe,James Kaplan
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 477 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2002-06-10
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781101204405

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You Cannot Be Serious by John McEnroe,James Kaplan Pdf

A no-holds-barred, intimate memoir by John McEnroe—the bad boy of professional tennis. John McEnroe stunned the tennis elite when he came out of nowhere to make the Wimbledon semifinals at the age of eighteen—and just a few years later, he was ranked number one in the world. You Cannot Be Serious is McEnroe at his most personal, an intimate examination of Johnny Mac, the kid from Queens, and his “wild ride” through the world of professional tennis at a boom time when players were treated like rock stars. In this “bracing serve-and-volley autobiography” (The Boston Globe) he candidly explores the roots of his famous on-court explosions; his ambivalence toward the sport that made him famous; his adventures (and misadventures) on the road; his views of colleagues from Connors to Borg to Lendl; his opinions of contemporary tennis; his marriages to actress Tatum O'Neal and pop star Patty Smyth; and his roles as husband, father, senior tour player, and often-controversial commentator.

Author : Jimmy Kimmel
Publisher : Random House Books for Young Readers
Page : 25 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2024-05-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780525707783

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The Serious Goose by Jimmy Kimmel Pdf

Meet a very Serious Goose in late-night host Jimmy Kimmel's first fun and funny picture book! There is nothing silly about this goose. You CANNOT make her laugh, so DON'T EVEN TRY! Written, illustrated, and lettered by Jimmy Kimmel, this picture book challenges young readers to bring the silly out of a very Serious Goose. Inspired by Jimmy's nickname for his kids, The Serious Goose reminds us to be silly in a serious way. Put your little comedians in front of a mylar mirror and challenge them to make this no-nonsense goose smile. This delightful read-aloud is guaranteed to create gaggles of giggles time and time again! Kimmel’s proceeds from sales of THE SERIOUS GOOSE will be donated to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) and children’s hospitals around the country.

Author : Julien Danjou
Publisher : No Starch Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2018-12-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781593278793

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Serious Python by Julien Danjou Pdf

An indispensable collection of practical tips and real-world advice for tackling common Python problems and taking your code to the next level. Features interviews with high-profile Python developers who share their tips, tricks, best practices, and real-world advice gleaned from years of experience. Sharpen your Python skills as you dive deep into the Python programming language with Serious Python. You'll cover a range of advanced topics like multithreading and memorization, get advice from experts on things like designing APIs and dealing with databases, and learn Python internals to help you gain a deeper understanding of the language itself. Written for developers and experienced programmers, Serious Python brings together over 15 years of Python experience to teach you how to avoid common mistakes, write code more efficiently, and build better programs in less time. As you make your way through the book's extensive tutorials, you'll learn how to start a project and tackle topics like versioning, layouts, coding style, and automated checks. You'll learn how to package your software for distribution, optimize performance, use the right data structures, define functions efficiently, pick the right libraries, build future-proof programs, and optimize your programs down to the bytecode. You'll also learn how to: - Make and use effective decorators and methods, including abstract, static, and class methods - Employ Python for functional programming using generators, pure functions, and functional functions - Extend flake8 to work with the abstract syntax tree (AST) to introduce more sophisticated automatic checks into your programs - Apply dynamic performance analysis to identify bottlenecks in your code - Work with relational databases and effectively manage and stream data with PostgreSQL If you've been looking for a way to take your Python skills from good to great, Serious Python will help you get there. Learn from the experts and get seriously good at Python with Serious Python!

Author : George Orwell
Publisher : Renard Press Ltd
Page : 15 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2021-01-01
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9781913724269

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Why I Write by George Orwell Pdf

George Orwell set out ‘to make political writing into an art’, and to a wide extent this aim shaped the future of English literature – his descriptions of authoritarian regimes helped to form a new vocabulary that is fundamental to understanding totalitarianism. While 1984 and Animal Farm are amongst the most popular classic novels in the English language, this new series of Orwell’s essays seeks to bring a wider selection of his writing on politics and literature to a new readership. In Why I Write, the first in the Orwell’s Essays series, Orwell describes his journey to becoming a writer, and his movement from writing poems to short stories to the essays, fiction and non-fiction we remember him for. He also discusses what he sees as the ‘four great motives for writing’ – ‘sheer egoism’, ‘aesthetic enthusiasm’, ‘historical impulse’ and ‘political purpose’ – and considers the importance of keeping these in balance. Why I Write is a unique opportunity to look into Orwell’s mind, and it grants the reader an entirely different vantage point from which to consider the rest of the great writer’s oeuvre. 'A writer who can – and must – be rediscovered with every age.' — Irish Times

Author : Skye Jethani
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2020-06-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802498687

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What If Jesus Was Serious? by Skye Jethani Pdf

Daily Devotions for People Who Hate Daily Devotions Let’s face it. A lot of Christian resources can feel cheesy, out-of-touch, and a little boring. But when Skye Jethani started doodling and writing up some of his thoughts about God, his Twitter and email list blew up. What If Jesus Was Serious? is a compilation of all-new reflections (and hand-drawn doodles) from Skye. He takes a look at some of Jesus’ most demanding teachings in the Sermon on the Mount and pushes us to ask whether we’re really hearing what Christ is saying. The visual component of the book makes it memorable and enjoyable to read, and Skye’s incisive reflections make it worthwhile for any Christian. If you’ve traditionally been dissatisfied with Christian devotional resources but love to learn about Jesus and think deeply, this book was written for you.

Author : Janice M. Coggins MSW
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-02-25
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781481713559

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Ovarian Cancer? You Can Not Be Serious! by Janice M. Coggins MSW Pdf

THIS IS THE NOW. I am still here. Call me blessed. Call me determined. And yes, call me very grateful. Now call me a writerbecause I need to share my story. I have been diagnosed with the fifth most common cancer killer of women: ovarian cancer. I have broken through to a brighter time. My mission now is to increase the likelihood that many more stricken-women, may also live beyond the onset, diagnosis, and treatment of ovarian cancer. This book begins with my story of being here as a survivor. I love to meet other survivors because they are like instant family. I often hug them simply because we have walked the same path. For me, having cancer is real, and I embrace it as being part of who I am now. Just as I believe that each time Moses spoke of God, and Paul spoke of Jesus, it deepened their relationships with God. So it is with me. Telling my story often helps keep me in touch with my true self and with my God. Cancer may be part of me, but I am more than just cancer. And I refuse to give it more power than it is due.

Author : Kal Penn
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2021-11-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781982171384

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You Can't Be Serious by Kal Penn Pdf

In this refreshingly candid memoir, Kal Penn recounts why he embarked on a surprising journey that has included acting, writing, working as a farmhand, and smoking fake weed with a fake President of the United States, before serving the country and advising a real one.

Author : Josephine Hicks
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2023-12-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1953555659

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If There's Anything I Can Do by Josephine Hicks Pdf

"A down to earth and eminently practical guide for anyone affected by serious illness¿Think of this book as a bird sitting on your shoulder, reminding you to pay attention to what the patient and family say (and don't say)." - The Most Rev. Dr. Katharine Jefferts Schori, Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church"As an oncologist, I'm glad to have this resource for my patients and their families. As the husband of a recently diagnosed cancer patient, I'm grateful someone else has gone through this and can tell me what to expect."- David W. Miller, M.D."A must read for patients, their caregivers and the friends and family who love them." - The Rev. Elizabeth Welch, MDiv, BCCSojourn Chaplaincy at San Francisco General Hospital"This resource reminds us of the support needed by all families facing end-of-life and other critical care situations and gives guidance on how to offer support that makes a real difference." - Galen Miller, Executive Vice PresidentNational Hospice & Palliative Care Organization"A fountain of short, pithy pearls of wisdom and advice for those of us who often so inadequately attempt to find words and deeds to support our friends and family who are doing the work of care giving."- Richard Payne, M.D., Director, Duke Institute on Care at the End of Life

Author : Jim Burns, Ph.D
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2021-07-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310362609

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Have Serious Fun by Jim Burns, Ph.D Pdf

After hearing the words no one wants to hear--"you have cancer"--Jim Burns set out to articulate the most important principles for a life well lived and now shares them with you as a collection of essential truths for a healthy, balanced, and successful life. What's truly important for leading a life well lived? After being diagnosed with cancer and facing his mortality, prolific author and family-life expert Jim Burns learned what it really means to live a meaningful life from the perspective and practical wisdom only gained from facing death. Now cancer free, those same life-changing lessons continue to guide and enrich Jim's faith, work, and relationships in immeasurable ways. With his conversational style and heartwarming and entertaining stories, Jim brilliantly distills that hard-earned wisdom into 13 simple yet powerful life principles you can put into practice today. Jim will help you learn how to: Break the cycle of being overcommitted and underconnected once and for all Make family the priority you want it to be with an action plan that will nurture your closest relationships Embrace the discomfort of discipline and avoid the pain of regret Incorporate the vital element of fun in your life for connection and relief in even the toughest times Train your mind in reflexive gratitude to rise above negative circumstances. Don't wait any longer. Let these principles guide you into deeper joy, more purpose, and better connection--and start truly living today.

Author : Jenn Bennett
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2019-04-16
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781534425163

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Serious Moonlight by Jenn Bennett Pdf

“An atmospheric, multilayered, sex-positive romance.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) After an awkward first encounter, Birdie and Daniel are forced to work together in a Seattle hotel where a famous author leads a mysterious and secluded life in this romantic contemporary novel from the author of Alex, Approximately. Mystery-book aficionado Birdie Lindberg has an overactive imagination. Raised in isolation and homeschooled by strict grandparents, she’s cultivated a whimsical fantasy life in which she plays the heroic detective and every stranger is a suspect. But her solitary world expands when she takes a job the summer before college, working the graveyard shift at a historic Seattle hotel. In her new job, Birdie hopes to blossom from introverted dreamer to brave pioneer, and gregarious Daniel Aoki volunteers to be her guide. The hotel’s charismatic young van driver shares the same nocturnal shift and patronizes the waterfront Moonlight Diner where Birdie waits for the early morning ferry after work. Daniel also shares her appetite for intrigue, and he’s stumbled upon a real-life mystery: a famous reclusive writer—never before seen in public—might be secretly meeting someone at the hotel. To uncover the writer’s puzzling identity, Birdie must come out of her shell…discovering that the most confounding mystery of all may be her growing feelings for the elusive riddle that is Daniel.

Author : Mary Hogan
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2010-02-18
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781847388995

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The Serious Kiss by Mary Hogan Pdf

Libby's father is a drunk, her mum wouldn't know the meaning of home cooking if it landed in her lap and her brother's in trouble with the police - but none of this matters, as Zack is interested in HER, not her home-life. But just as things are working out on the boy front, Libby's family lose their home, and have to move in with their gran. Libby has to start a new school, give up her plans for Zack, and leave her best friend Nadine behind. But slowly she discovers there really IS a silver lining to every grey cloud - and there's plenty to fall in love with in her new home: her gran's cooking, the school outsider who stands up to the bullies, and the deadbeat boy who wants to show her the beauty of the desert...

Author : Paul M. Levitt,Elissa S. Guralnick
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0816010854

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You Can Make it Back by Paul M. Levitt,Elissa S. Guralnick Pdf

Author : Lee Siegel
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2011-06-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780062064127

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Are You Serious? by Lee Siegel Pdf

LeeSiegel, author of Falling Upwards, Not RemotelyControlled, and Against the Machine delivers a provocative critique ofmodern lightness and frivolity, and a timely guide to being serious in an unserious age. In the vein of The Culture of Narcissism, Shop Class as Soulcraft, and How Proust Can Change Your Life,Siegel offers a revelatory look at how a serious bearing is vital toaccomplishing any worthwhile goal in an era increasingly defined by a sardonicapproach to life.

Author : John McEnroe
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2008-09-04
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780748109166

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Serious by John McEnroe Pdf

John McEnroe enjoyed tremendous success at all levels of tennis, and he owns 77 career singles titles, including 7 Grand Slams. He joined the circuit in 1978 and it took him only three years to attain the No. 1 ranking. The 1980 Wimbledon final, between McEnroe and Bjorn Borg, is considered by many tennis experts to be the best match ever, a five-set thriller which McEnroe avenged the following year for his first Wimbledon title. In doubles, McEnroe is recognised as the best player of all time. He was ranked No. 1 for a record 257 weeks and captured a total of 74 titles, including 8 Grand Slams. Still an active player, McEnroe is now an outstanding tennis commentator and broadcaster for the BBC and other national networks. This autobiography, his first, covers an awesome tennis career, marriage to movie star Tatum O'Neal and where arguably the greatest tennis player of all time goes from here. This is SERIOUS.