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The (nearly) true confessions of Jamie Kelly.Dear whoever is reading My Dumb DiaryAre you sure you're supposed to be reading someone else's diary? Maybe I told you that you could, so that's OK. But if you are Angeline, I did NOT give you permission, so stop it.Dear Dumb Diary,School was OK today. Angeline got her hair tangled up in one of the jillion things she has dangling from her backpack, and the school nurse - who is now one of my main heroes - snipped half a metre of silky blonde hair from the left side of her head, so now Angeline only looks like The Prettiest Girl in the World if you're standing on her right.

The (nearly) true confessions of Jamie Kelly.They were just an ordinary soft pair of second-hand jeans until Jamie Kelly tried them on. Then they became tight, smelly & scratchy - with a bit of a haunting problem! Do the pants have the power to soothe a vengeful beagle, vanquish The Prettiest Girl in the World, or make the wearer irresistible to the eighth cutest guy in school? Or are the haunted pants just, well, haunted? Kind of gross when you think about it...

More of the (nearly) true and absolutely hilarious confessions of Jamie Kelly . . . Jamie's best friend is planning to display a picture of Jamie next to her disgustingly stinky beagle, as part of a project to show how pets look like their people. Gee, thanks.And her mum, in a twisted plot created by the school dinner ladies, has been asked to cook meatloaf for the whole school. Mum's cooking - known for its ability to poison anyone who touches it. Mum's meatloaf - the food that even Stinker turns his nose up at.Can Jamie survive the shame?

More (nearly) true confessions from the diaries of Jamie Kelly.A hilarious middle-schooler's diary about her stinky beagle, mad best friend, disgustingly lovely rival and unrequited crush on the eighth-best-looking boy in the class. It's Wimpy Kid with a girl central character. Fantastic black and white cartoons throughout.

From Simon & Schuster, Dealing with the Idiots in Your Life is Jim Benton's guide to hilarious quirks in original cartoons.Travel to the Planet of Moms. Find out what really happens when you get to heaven. Discover a society based on a rigid caste system of dudes and geeks. The creator of the popular "Misters" series takes a hilarious look at these and other quirks in 150 original cartoons.

EVERYBODY is a book for all ages—a heartfelt journey that gently explores what might come after life through the eyes of a curious soul. Originally sparked by a viral cartoon that deeply resonated with fans, this book is an honest and comforting response to a universal question.What Makes This Book Special?With his signature charm and emotional clarity, Jim Benton creates a sacred space for wonder and reflection. This illustrated book invites readers to sit with big questions, find small comforts, and feel a little less alone in their journey. The simple, heartfelt story and powerful illustrations make EVERYBODY a quiet but powerful keepsake you’ll want to return to again and again.Why You'll Love It-From a Viral Sensation: The book was born from an outpouring of demand, showing how deeply its message resonates with readers.-Quietly Profound: Benton’s unique style offers a comforting and accessible way to explore a complex topic.-A Thoughtful Gift: This book is a perfect gift to share with anyone navigating big questions or seeking a moment of peace.-Universal Comfort: A powerful reminder that we are all in this together, fostering connection and a sense of shared humanity.EVERYBODY is more than a book—it’s a heartfelt companion on life's most meaningful journey.

From a New York Times bestselling author with over fifteen million books in print, the hilarious story of an injury-prone reindeer who saves Christmas.It’s the night before Christmas, and Comet is ready…until he’s injured in an unexpected elf incident and replaced by a rookie named Freddy.Comet can’t believe his bad luck. Then he realizes something even worse—in all the confusion, Santa has left the toys behind and isn’t answering his phone. Injury and all, Comet sets out to deliver the presents, crisscrossing the globe from Japan and Egypt to France and Cleveland. After a run-in with a goose, a near miss with a minivan, and too many chimney crash landings to count, can Comet hobble his way into pulling off a Christmas miracle?