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Despite an unprecedented lack of access to Chump's house, investigative journalist Martha Skewermann recounts the unbelievable story behind the ethical and egoless, yet tragically star-crossed, civic leader Mayor Ronnie Chump, one of the greatest unelected public officials since Dinsdale Piranha. Following the butt-clenching events of the 2016 mayoral election, seasoned scribbler Martha Skewermann takes the reader on a thrilling journey through the...

Part road trip and part celebration of idiotic male friendship, this foul-mouthed comedy is sure to strike a chord with those who appreciate Withnail & I, Peep Show and Bill Hicks. Marty's living in a town he hates, doing a job he's lost interest in and so bored he can't even be bothered with sex. But, a new life beckons in Australia. It's also a chance to get away from his stupid mates, the loveable loser John and the ultra-macho Wasp Boy. Maybe...

A group of adventurous villagers attempt to escape Moldova for Italy in this novel of poverty and hope in Eastern Europe. The Moldovian village of Larga is depressed in more ways than one and its remaining citizens long for a better life. Meanwhile, just over the border in Italy, the economy is booming. But when a group of Largans decide to take fate into their own hands and attempt to cross the border, their efforts result in a tragicomic romp of...

A poignant and painfully funny novel about the New York art world by the acclaimed author of Although of Course You End Up Becoming Yourself. For two first-class years, Joan Freeley had it all: the perfect family, the best art dealer in Manhattan, and the admiration of famous friends. Her adoring husband and two handsome sons attended her first gallery show in matching khakis and blue blazers. "An Interesting Talent Makes Its Debut," declared the...

Simon, New York's top organic grocery store owner has a secret: his dad is the head of one of New York's biggest mob families. When his dad dies, Simon agrees to head the Family, provided that instead of murder, numbers and other rackets, the mob uses its muscle to enforce green regulations and promote healthy eating habits. At first the mob's hit men and extortionists resent being pressed into green service, but they soon become Simon's biggest supporters....

Extrait : "Faut-il qu'ils aient travaillé, les gorilles, travaillé avec une rage inlassable et un stupéfiant génie de la malfaisance pour avoir si vite obtenu ces vastes dévastations qui, à mesure qu'on avance, se déroulent toujours ! C'est tout un grand lambeau de notre pays qui a cessé d'exister."

Shotgun Rednecks and Moonshine Wizards face off against the Cthulhu Mythos!There is a grimoire, known by most as the Necronomicon. It is ancient and powerful. Its very name is said to be the sound of howling demons. Upon its yellowed pages are spells and rituals that give terrible knowledge and power to those mad enough to seek it. The book is bound in human skin, inked in blood, and contains the dead names of Those Who Dwell Beyond.What you got in...

2020. Lycée Albert-Camus. À 30 ans, Jérme Marchand devient le nouveau professeur de français des élèves de terminale littéraire et de seconde. Mais le système scolaire a bien changé. Alors que le baccalauréat se prépare, les programmes scolaires changent brusquement, obligeant Jérme à revenir aux fondamentaux et à marginaliser sa manière d'enseigner. Alors que Jonathan Perrot, son ennemi d'hier qui avait pourtant fait la paix avec...

Corona Virus has arrived on Planet Hy Man, their only hope is Beryl and Legless a couple at war with each other. Will they rise to the challenge or let Planet Hy Man fend for itself?Planet Hy Man is under the leadership of H2, who has as much experience as a toddler has in walking. With a dwindling budget and a lacklustre cabinet she is still learning the ropes of leadership when a portal to earth opens.H2 summons the experts, unaware of coronavirus...

Depuis son adolescence jusqu'à ses nombreuses pérégrinations par le biais de ses voyages professionnels et touristiques, Pierre-Philippe Leblanc observe la vie des êtres qu'il rencontre. Par la suite, ceux-ci constituent ses protagonistes, illustrés dans Les z'autres. Dans ce livre, l'auteur assemble des faits réels pouvant passer pour de véritables arnaques, usant du réel mixé à du faux, touchant du doigt l'invraisemblable. Il essaie...