Wayne Osmond has spent the past 50 years of his life entertaining audiences around the world. He and his family are known primarily for their singing, but Wayne has also etched out a distinctive identity as the comedian of the group. This compilation of jokes, photos, recipes, and family anecdotes is as eclectic as Wayne is, himself. From tap dancing with elephants to driving with gas masks, readers will be captivated by the lighthearted (and true!) stories found within the pages of this book. Entertaining, inspiring, and downright hilarious to those who know him best, Laugh Lines is sure to provide a good laugh for everyone, young and old. Wayne Osmond’s career has stretched over 54 years as a member of The Osmond Brothers. He and his family have traveled the world singing, but his true passion is flying airplanes. A former pilot for Smith’s, Wayne’s proudest moment was flying with the Blue Angels. He and his wife, Kathy, have five children and thirteen grandchildren.

Laugh Lines: 50 Years of Jokes, Stories, and Life As an Entertainer

Self-Help

Osmond, Wayne

Memory Improvement

Sourced Media Books

Congratulat ions, graduate ! You did it! You’re finally out on your own. But as you walk off the stage and into the Real World, you’re going to need more than a diploma to survive. Suddenly, for the first time, you’re facing questions like… How do I get a job? What do I do with all this laundry? What’s a “major”—and how do I pick one? How do I go grocery shopping? And what’s for dinner? What’s a budget, anyway— and do I need one? How do I set up a bank account? Where should I live? Don’t panic, help is on the way! Author Autumn McAlpin gives you the common-sense advice and reassurance you’ll need to tackle just about any challenge with style, grace, and enough humor to make the whole thing fun. From cap and gown to total independence, Real World 101 is the only graduate guide you’ll ever need! Autumn McAlpin is a humor and entertainment columnist for the Orange County Register. A former high school teacher, she knows how unprepared some high school graduates are for the real world— and has taken matters into her own hands! With her sharp wit and hilarious anecdotes, she is a favorite speaker for youth audiences

Real World 101: A Survival Guide to Life After High School

McAlpin, Autumn

Reference

Reconnect with the earth as you enjoy a lush diet from nature's treasure trove. Lose weight, increase energy, and stop disease dead in its tracks while eating a rainbow of fresh foods. The Green Diet is the key to a healthy mind, body, and earth. Eco-friendly and heart-friendly, The Green Diet centers on the bounty of Mother Nature--whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, oils, and nuts. You will potentially lower your cholesterol and your weight, while raising your life expectancy, your energy, and even your bank account. Not only is The Green Diet the best thing you can do for your body, it is the best thing you can do for suffering animals and our polluted environment. Take control of your health today with The Green Diet.

Green Diet

Mary Jolley

Jim Karol, entertainer and memory expert, is known to millions of fans as The Psychic Madman. He has performed on NBC’s Phenomenon, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Ellen Show, NBC’s Today Show, Howard Stern, and in the film Jackass Number Two. Jim dazzles his audience while demonstrating his memorization of over 80,000 zip codes, the entire Scrabble dictionary, thousands of digits of pi, sports almanacs, the day of the week of every date since the beginning of the modern calendar, and thousands of other facts. In this book, Jim shares his insider knowledge. He aims to entertain, as well as show the reader just how much the human mind is capable of. Learn how Jim Karol has developed his impressive mind, and give yourself the opportunity to tap into your extraordinary mental abilities.. Jim Karol is a seasoned magician and entertainer, performing in sold-out venues across the country. Lu Ann Brobst Staheli is an accomplished educator and author.

Psychic Madman

Karol, Jim

Humor & Entertainment

Jay Osmond is a consummate entertainer. The youngest original member of the Osmond Brothers, he was widely known as the endearing little boy with the toothless grin on The Andy Williams Show. Fifty years, 30 gold albums, and 77 million records later, Jay opens up about his personal life and long-standing career in this heartfelt autobiography.

Stages: An Autobiography

Osmond, Jay

In the wake of the worst financial turmoil since the Great Depression, millions of Americans have spent the past year asking how the economy actually works. The answers have finally arrived--in a most unconventional form.After spending two years in the midst of the housing market hurricane, Jimmy Adams was laid off from a hedge fund in early 2009. Wearied by eight years in the bond market and disillusioned by the financial services profession, he decides to get an "honest job" for a change. Before he knows what hit him, Jimmy finds himself waiting on tables of barflies at his local Waffle House.Many colorful characters soon emerge: man-hungry female patrons, a stonemason who carves his own teeth, and a man seeking refuge from the ghost in his apartment. Amidst the glorious chaos of the night shift, the 24-hour diner affords a bevy of comedic experiences as the author struggles to ingratiate himself with a motley crew of waiters and cooks. Unexpectedly, the restaurant also becomes a font of insight into financial markets and the human condition. In a uniquely hilarious and thought-provoking narrative, Waffle Street unravels the enigmas of money, banking, economics, and grits once and for all. As they laugh heartily at the author's expense, readers will develop a profound appreciation for the first principle of economics: there really is no such thing as a free lunch.

Waffle Street: The Confession and Rehabilitation of a Financier

Biographies & Memoirs

James Adams

Professionals & Academics

The Togi Tree is a mag ical tree that lives in the middle of the Cold River. It can grow and shrink, travel to various locations, and make itself invisible. But when it is found, its orange fruit can sustain a person for many days. In the wake of the most serious drought in recent history, fourteen-year-old Trenton and his brother, Scout, are sent by their village leader to find the wise Togi, who inhabits the Togi Tree and may hold the key to the survival of their village. They discover the life of the mystical Togi Tree is threatened and are sent on a mission to find out why the Cold River has dried up and how the Togi Tree can be saved. With only weeks to spare, Trenton and Scout navigate flash floods, survive unbearable thirst, and avoid wild animals to search for the answers. Will Trenton and Scout be able to restore the Cold River to its former abundance, or will the lives of the Togi Tree and the villagers be lost forever?

Togi Tree, The

Williams, Bethlene

Teen & Young Adult

Why They Believe: A Case Study in Contemporary Polygamy Amy Osmond Cook, Ph.D. "Why do they do it?" is a question often asked about people who choose to live a polygamous lifestyle. This book aims to answer that very question. Driven by the theories of Kenneth Burke, Janja Lalich, George Cheney, Max Weber, and others, this six-year study explores organizational identification and unobtrusive control and compliance as it intersects with rhetoric, organizations, and religion.To explore the overarching question of why people choose to live this lifestyle, 14 current and 14 former polygamists volunteered to participate in in-depth interviews. Current members affirm their freedom of choice and say they would never live any other way. Former members state they were victims of brainwashing and organizational control. Both sides are represented equally, and both perspectives are given full treatment. In addition to in-depth interviews, written organizational documents were collected and analyzed using Extended Metaphor Analysis, Aristotelian Analysis, and Burkean Identification Strategies. Why They Believe investigates the question of "why they do it" in a depth never before explored. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the reasons polygamists choose to live this alternative lifestyle.

Organizational Identification in Polygamy: A Case Study

Cook, Amy Osmond

Religion & Spirituality

edited by Amy E. Gooman, Anne Hagerman Wilcox, and Amy Osmond Cook, Ph.D. “What is success ? And how do I cultivate it?” are two questions asked by nearly every young woman today. In this timely collection of essays, 27 highly accomplished women, from doctors to business owners to stay-at-home moms, speak candidly about success and how to get there. All past participants of Distinguished Young Women, formerly America’s Junior Miss, these amazing women offer a variety of perspectives on what success means and how they have achieved it. They have dreamed big, failed often, and continually learned from their experiences every step of the way. So whether you need a pep talk, some perspective about living a happy life, or savvy practical advice on how to get good grades, this book has something for you. Amy E. Goodman is a nationally recognized media maven. Her journalistic career as an editor, author, host and lifestyle expert spans magazines, news programs, and online media outlets. She’s demoed yoga, interviewed celebs, cleaned out closets, and whipped up hors d’oeuvres for national outlets like Good Morning America, The Early Show, The View, The Rachael Ray Show, CNN, Access Hollywood, ET! and VH1. A multi-faceted expert, she has appeared on NBC’s Today show over 75 times. View her complete profile at www.amyegoodman.com

Full Bloom: Cultivating Success

Amy E. Goodman

Anne Hagerman Wilcox

Amy Osmond Cook Ph.D.

Success

Clueless About Your Pregnancy? Look no further! Pregnancy Tips for The Clueless Chick is a pregnancy quick-start guide that will turn what could be days of aimless research into a fun, quick read. This pregnancy guide will give you the tips and tricks you need to survive the next 40 weeks and prepare for the amazing craziness that is parenthood. Pregnancy Tips for The Clueless Chick will guide you through questions like -How do I survive morning sickness? -Where do I buy maternity clothes? -What do I register for? -What should I ask my pediatrician? -How do I choose childcare? -What should I pack for the hospital? -What should I have ready when my baby comes home? So whether you are expecting your first or twenty-first baby, sit back, relax, and enjoy as Pregnancy Tips for The Clueless Chick uncomplicates your life.

Pregnancy Tips for the Clueless Chick

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Durbin, Jennifer

Women's Health

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