Really, Really, Really, Really Weird Stories

Really, Really, Really, Really Weird Stories
Author: John Shirley
Publisher: Night Shade Books
Total Pages: 455
Release: 2021-11-23
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1633553671

John Shirley takes us on a journey from the mildly bizarre to the downright weird and then some in this, his latest collection of short fiction. The book incorporates some of Shirley's classic stories along with some revised and hard to find material and is highlighted by nine never before published works. A must have for the Shirley reader or collector. Includes art work by Alan M. Clark. Skyhorse Publishing, under our Night Shade and Talos imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of titles for readers interested in science fiction (space opera, time travel, hard SF, alien invasion, near-future dystopia), fantasy (grimdark, sword and sorcery, contemporary urban fantasy, steampunk, alternative history), and horror (zombies, vampires, and the occult and supernatural), and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller, a national bestseller, or a Hugo or Nebula award-winner, we are committed to publishing quality books from a diverse group of authors.

Lord, I'm in a Really Weird Place

Lord, I'm in a Really Weird Place
Author: Shon Powers
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 206
Release: 2010-03
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 1449085520

Have you ever been in a place where everything is falling apart, but you felt peace? That is called the Weird Place and people arrive at this place more than one can know. Shon Powers takes a spiritual journey through his teen years, military service, and more recent trials in order to uplift others. He also uses simple rules and fictional illustrations to tell others that they are never alone in this life. Throughout the passages, readers will be introduced to his alter ego, The Ol' Gray Duck.

Weird IR

Weird IR
Author: David Bell Mislan
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2018-05-19
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 3319755560

​The scholarly study of international relations tends to go over the same cases, issues, and themes. This book addresses this by challenging readers to think creatively about international politics. It highlights some of the strangest and rarest phenomena in diplomacy and world politics. Comprised of a series of vignettes and organized by common themes like nonsensical borders, quasi-countries, and diplomatic taboos, Weird IR encourages readers to think critically about the discipline without losing one's sense of humor completely.

Weird But True!

Weird But True!
Author: National Geographic
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2012
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1426308612

Did you hear the one about the crook who broke into a vending machine and then left a trail of cheese curls all the way to his hideout? Or the burglar who left his wallet in an apartment he robbed, and actually went back to get it? Based on the Stupid criminals busted! column in National Geographic kids magazine, this collection of stories about stupid criminals and the ridiculous ways they give themselves away is illustrated with collage art and sprinkled with more than 150 weird-but-true facts about crime.

Regretsy

Regretsy
Author: April Winchell
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2010
Genre: Handicraft
ISBN: 0345523180

Showcases the best of the worst handicraft, in categories such as décor, pet humiliation, and Christmas. Based on the blog of the same name.

Angel Walker

Angel Walker
Author: Faith Richardson
Publisher: Fox Song Books
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2003
Genre:
ISBN: 9780974498935

Thirteen-year-old Sylvie, shipped off to spend Christmas in Hawaii with an aunt because of her parents' divorce, discovers friendship and God's care and grace through an unusual set of circumstances.

The Hellpig Hunt

The Hellpig Hunt
Author: Humberto Fontova
Publisher: M. Evans
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2003-10-30
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1461710561

Join in on a trip that tests the spirit, the body and the sense of humor of everyone involved. The action starts as soon as Humberto leaves the house, and doesn't stop until he and his buddies have been shocked, scared, gassed, gored, trampled and battered into submission.

My Weird School #20: Mr. Louie Is Screwy!

My Weird School #20: Mr. Louie Is Screwy!
Author: Dan Gutman
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 120
Release: 2009-10-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0061973416

With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In the twentieth book in the My Weird School series, something groovy is going on! It's Valentine's Day! And Mr. Louie, the hippie crossing guard, put a love potion in the water fountain. Now teachers are flirting with each other! Girls are asking boys out on dates! Will A.J. have to kiss Andrea? Not if he can help it. Yuck! Perfect for reluctant readers and word lovers alike, Dan Gutman's hugely popular My Weird School series has something for everyone. Don't miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and the gang.

My Weird School #13: Mrs. Patty Is Batty!

My Weird School #13: Mrs. Patty Is Batty!
Author: Dan Gutman
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2009-10-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0061973335

With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! It’s Mischief Night in this thirteenth book in the My Weird School series! Ella Mentry School’s secretary, Mrs. Patty, gives out the best Halloween candy in the history of the world! So A.J. decides to go to her home for more! The only problem is that her house is haunted! People say she's a witch and her husband is a ghost. Is it worth A.J.'s risking his life for the best candy ever? Perfect for reluctant readers and word lovers alike, Dan Gutman’s hugely popular My Weird School chapter book series has something for everyone. Don’t miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and the gang!