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Humor

Five Minutes' Peace

Author
Jill Murphy

Staff Comment
Moms everywhere will relate to Mrs. Large's problem … very funny!

Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library

All Creatures Great and Small

Author
James Herriot

Staff Comment
A wonderful memoir from a world-renowned country vet. Warm, wonderful and inspiring.

Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library

Constable & Toop

Author
Gareth P. Jones

Staff Comment
A ghostly mystery full of humor and suspense with likable characters (including the ghosts!)

Suggested by
Phyllis, East Shore Area Library

Dog vs. Cat

Author
Chris Gall

Staff Comment
2 unlikely friends learn to cooperate, working through a series of problems. Funny!

Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library

Giant George

Author
Dave Nasser

Staff Comment
A wonderful memoir of a 'little' blue-eyed dog. Funny, heartwarming, entertaining.

Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library

This is Where I Leave You

Author
Paula Weinstein, Shawn Levy, Jeffrey Levine

Staff Comment
The father of the Altman tribe has died and the family convenes in their home town for the funeral. Dad's last wish was that they sit Shiva (stay under the same roof together) for the full seven days. This is odd because they weren't really observant Jews, but the four adult children and various spouses go along with it. Hilarity Ensues, Life Lessons are Learned, and Changes are made. I have both read the book, and watched the film numerous times, very enjoyable.

Suggested by
Lydia, William H. & Marion C. Alexander Family Library

Twenties Girl

Author
Sophie Kinsella

Staff Comment
Part ghost story, part mystery, part romantic-comedy about the importance of family and relationships

Suggested by
Phyllis, East Shore Area Library

You Can Do it, Bert!

Author
Ole Konnecke

Staff Comment
Everyone needs a little encouragement sometimes. It's great to have friends to cheer you on…

Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library