The Perfect Parent Project by Stewart Foster

$16.99 AUD

Category: Humour

'Two adults (or one) prepared to look after and love an 11-year-old-boy. And he promises to do the same for them'.   All Sam wants is a family of his own, a home instead of a 'house' and parents he knows will still be there when he wakes up. Because Sam has been in and out of foster care his whole life and he can't imagine ever feeling like he truly belongs. Then his best friend Leah suggests that rather than wait for a family to come to him, he should go out and find one. So begins The Perfect Parent Project - a heart-warming and unforgettable story that follows Sam on his journey to find his perfect family, with surprising and unexpected results.     ...Show more

What’s it Like to be Chased by a Cassowary? Fascinating Answers to Perplexing Questions by Felicity Lewis

$32.99 AUD

Category: Humour

Ever wondered what happens to us as we die? Or how the Esky became an Aussie cultural icon? Or why we have leap years? Then look no further - and even if you haven't wondered, you'll want to find out. This anthology is a diverse collection of explainers by some of the finest writers from The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald. It tackles quintessentially Australian topics (where does the term 'mate' come from?) as well as questions being grappled with around the world (what will our homes be powered by in the future?). Inquisitive readers love the explainer columns for their strong and surprising storytelling, deeply researched reporting and inventive illustrations. They have become some of the most popular content articles in The Age and Herald, and reader requests have inspired explainers about exploring everything from think tanks to tennis racquets, from quantitative easing to why cicadas sing at dusk. Explainers offer a rich understanding of how and why - rather than just who, what, when and where. Within these pages you will find an absorbing and illuminating selection of some of the most popular explainers, as well as never before published pieces especially written for this book. There are surprising facts about all aspects of life and information about all kinds of investigations from throughout history and around the world. Prepare to be enlightened, enthralled and educated - you'll never ponder how to evade that rampaging cassowary again!   ...Show more

Dad Jokes by Dad Says Jokes

$16.99 AUD

$19.99 (15% off)

Category: Humour

From the most-followed dad jokes page on Instagram, @dadsaysjokes, comes a collection of hilariously cheesy jokes that will leave your friends and family laughing and groaning in equal measure. This is the perfect gift for dads who want to expand their repertoire and anyone who fancies reminiscing abou t a childhood full of these no-nonsense 'bad' puns. Here are a couple of tasters: Q: Why do cows have hooves instead of feet? A: Because they lactose. Q: Are you today's date? A: Cuz you're 10/10. ...Show more

How to Fake Being Tidy: And Other Things My Mother Never Taught Me by Fenella Souter

$29.99 AUD

Category: Humour

Funny true stories about the everyday dramas that can make or break friendships, cooking, housekeeping and the domestic chaos that always threatens to get the upper hand, written in the tradition of Nora Ephron. 'A glorious account of how the little things of life are, of course, the big things' - Rich ard Glover 'Every failed domestic goddess will rock with laughter.' Shona Martyn My mother wasn't much of a housekeeper. She wasn't much of a cook either, although she tried. She longed to live a more unconventional life. Admirably high-minded, but it meant I never learnt to fold a towel. In these funny, sometimes poignant stories, award-winning feature writer Fenella Souter celebrates the highs and lows of domestic life - from her attempts to run the house like a grown-up, to lessons in good cooking; from accidentally killing her wisteria, divorcing the cat and shirt-fronting bossy tradies, to wondering if the 'hostess gift' is still a thing or why some people have impeccable taste. With their distinctive wit, they will leave you smiling with recognition at the everyday dramas and dilemmas that can make or break friendships and marriages, turn a house into a home, or let chaos get the upper hand. 'Chuck out all your self-help guides to gratitude, mindfulness and finding meaning. This book is all you need.' - Charlotte Wood 'Sweet, wise and very funny.' - Danny Katz   ...Show more

My First Knock-Knock Jokes - A Big, Laugh-Out-Loud Book for Kids by Jimmy Niro

$12.99 AUD

Category: Humour

The goofiest, silliest, funniest knock-knock book (and that's no joke) Get ready for a knock-knock knockout with this hilarious book of fun Filled with hundreds of the funniest, family-friendly, rib-tickling jokes and cool doodle illustrations, My First Knock-Knock Jokes is the first BIG collection of silly, easy-to-read knock-knock jokes for kids. Budding comedians and early learners will be rolling on the floor with endless hours of laughs, giggles and groans Orange you glad you found this book? Perfect for: The whole family - made for kids ages 6 to 10, but offers clean, nonstop fun for the entire family New and early readers - goofy, easy-to-read jokes help engage reluctant and beginner readers, helping them gain confidence and build reading comprehension and vocabulary Screen-free time - lots of laughs for road trips, vacations, sleepovers, game nights, school bus rides, and more Gifts - this awesome book makes a great gift for holiday stocking stuffers, birthdays, and more Bonus fun - learn how to write your own knock-knock jokes with space in the back of the book Knock, knock.Who's there?Hal.Hal who?Hal will you know if you don't let me in? Knock, knock.Who's there?Conrad.Conrad who?Conrad-ulations That was a good joke ...Show more

The Dad (Ladybird How It Works) by Jason Hazeley; Joel Morris

$19.99 AUD

Category: Humour | Series: Ladybirds for Grown-Ups

The PERFECT GIFT for that superhero, saint, figure of worship or, if none of those apply, your plain dear old dad. 'Shawn has set up his own firework display in the garden. "Those big displays are rubbish," he tells his son. "You can't see a thing." When Shawn's son has seen the firework, they will go b ack indoors. Fireworks are more expensive than Shawn expected.' _____________ '"What does a hippopotamus eat, dad?' asks Philip 'Children who ask for stuff in the gift shop, ' says his dad. Being a dad is brilliant.'" This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 'Hilarious' Stylist ...Show more

The World's Best Jokes (That You'll Remember) - Unforgettable Jokes and Gags for All the Family by James Briggs

$22.99 AUD

Category: Humour

Would you like to hear my song about tortillas? Actually, it's more of a rap. Prepare to have your sides split and your ribs tickled in this ultimate collection of the world's most memorable jokes! This seriously silly compendium of unforgettable one-liners, catchy quips and everything in-between is su re to have the whole family aching with laughter. Giggle fits guaranteed! ...Show more

Today I F****d Up: a Hilarious Collection of Worst Day Disasters by Thomas Mitchell

$24.99 AUD

Category: Humour

A toe curling, laugh out loud collection of worst day disasters.   I'd always rolled my eyes when people describe things as 'happening in slow motion'. Surely everything happens in regular time and it's only when you replay it in your head that it seems to slow down?But as the car lurched forward and I found myself sailing through the back of the garage, I finally understood what they meant.   When a trip to meet his new girlfriend's grandparents ends in disaster (think a crashed ute, an angry wasp and a cranky farmer with a shotgun), Thomas Mitchell knows one thing for sure: bad days make for great stories.   While we might not like to admit it, we can't help but find a sneaky pleasure in other people's misfortune. It's the reason fail compilations rack up millions of views on YouTube or television shows like Funniest Home Videos exist at all.   Deep down we're addicted to the downfall of our fellow humans, and if there was ever a point in history when we needed a laugh, it's now.   Today I F***D Up is a collection of tall tales but true that are equal parts hilarious and horrifying; a timely reminder that no matter how terrible things get, they could always be worse. So much worse.   ...Show more

True Blue Guide to Australian Slang by Jenny Hunter

$15.99 AUD

Category: Humour

"The True Blue Guide to Australian Slang Australians are known for their informality and laid-back nature and this is reflected in the liberal use of colourful and amusing slang. The True Blue Guide to Australian Slang is an A-Z journey through the words, expressions and cultural idiosyncrasies that mak e Australians so unique. Humorous, yet comprehensive and up-to-date, The True Blue Guide to Australian Slang covers everything from curses and rhyming slang to insults, sexual innuendo and euphemisms. It features classic Aussie bush slang as well as more contemporary expressions that are commonly used in the city. The True Blue Guide to Australian Slang gives us all a new understanding and appreciation of the irreverent wit that is such a feature of the Australian language and will be indispensable for both locals and visitors." ...Show more

Challenge Accepted! by Celeste Barber

$19.99 AUD

Category: Humour

Funny woman, Instagram star and international comedy sensation, Celeste Barber's Challenge Accepted is a hilarious and outspoken guide to life, unwanted gas and how to rock a sexy scar. It's real, like totally, really real. Actor, writer and comedian, Celeste Barber is one very funny woman - not to men tion a global social media comedy phenomenon. Amassing over 3.8 million followers in three years with her hilarious #celestechallengeaccepted pics, she has been dubbed 'Australian Comedy Queen' by ABC Online; voted The Funniest Lady on Instagram; gone on sold-out comedy tours of the US; and won herself fans ranging from Tom Ford and Ruby Rose to Amy Schumer and Dawn French. In the tradition of Tina Fey's Bossypants, Challenge Accepted is part memoir, part comedy routine, part advice manual. Calling out our ridiculous obsession with celebrity Instagram culture, Celeste reveals all, including her thoughts on keeping it real, the secrets to love, friendship, family and marriage ( oh hai, #hothusband), and how to deal with life's many challenges, like, motherhood, and what to do when your local bottleshop owner can't remember your name. Celeste is raucous, real and hilarious. Bring it on.         ...Show more

Dating (The Ladybird Book of ) by Jason Hazeley; Joel Morris

$19.99 AUD

Category: Humour | Series: The Ladybird Book of...

THE PERFECT GIFT for the lonely, the deluded and the desperate. __________________________________ It is Barney and Leigh's wedding day. They have certainly come a long way from their first date. They have learned to supress their personalities and pretend they want the same things, so they will be able to put up with each other for several years. Everyone is happy for them. Their story is over. __________________________________ Marcus and Fiona have had three dates. Fiona knows this means she will either end up spending the rest of her life with Marcus, or eventually have to break up with him, horribly. Both of these ideas are terrifying to Fiona. Tomorrow Fiona will fake her own death and join Cirque du Soleil. __________________________________ This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 'Hilarious' Stylist Other new titles for Autumn 2017: How it Works: The Brother How it Works: The Sister The Ladybird Book of the Ex The Ladybird Book of the Nerd The Ladybird Book of the New You The Ladybird Book of Balls The Ladybird Book of the Big Night Out The Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night In People at Work: The Rock Star Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: How it Works: The Husband How it Works: The Wife How it Works: The Mum How it Works: The Dad The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis The Ladybird Book of the Hangover The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness The Ladybird Book of the Shed The Ladybird Book of Dating The Ladybird Book of the Hipster How it Works: The Student How it Works: The Cat How it Works: The Dog How it Works: The Grandparent The Ladybird Book of Red Tape The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door The Ladybird Book of the Sickie The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse The Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder ...Show more

Five Go Absolutely Nowhere by Bruno Vincent

$19.99 AUD

Category: Humour

'Ah! This is the dream!' says Julian one morning. 'With good old British common sense and community spirit like this, there's no reason that we couldn't exist on the island like this for the rest of our days!' What could possibly go wrong . . .? Anne has gathered Julian, Dick, George and, of course, T immy, together for a last nostalgic jaunt in the countryside together before grown-up responsibilities take the four cousins off in different directions. It's only natural that they find their way onto Kirrin Island for a look around, as this might be the last time they're here together as a group. They are planning just to spend the night there and come home the next day, perhaps with a little exploring in the dungeon for old time's sake. But that night they hear the country has gone into lockdown. They are not allowed to leave. With their usual resourcefulness, they are determined to make the best of it, and remain cheerful and healthy. As Anne keeps saying: They're lucky, really, to have all this countryside and fresh air at their disposal!   ...Show more