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Humorous Books for
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Swim the Fly
by Don Calame
Published 2009 by Candlewick Press (MA)
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780763641573
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In the spirit of a Hollywood comedy, screenwriter Calame ("Employee of the Month") unleashes a true ode to the adolescent male, in this story about three teenage boys with a single goal: to see a real-live naked girl. More...
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Voss: How I Come to America and Am Hero, Mostly
by David Ives
Published 2008 by Putnam Publishing Group
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780399247224
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In a series of letters home to his friend Meero, Vospop Vsklzwczdztwczky (Voss for short) tells the hilarious story of how he smuggles himself to America. Brimming with pointed satire, a healthy dose of action, and a one-of-a-kind narrator, Voss's crazy adventures are sure to leave a lasting impression. More...
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Parties & Potions
by Sarah Mlynowski
Published 2008 by Delacorte Press Books for Young Readers
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780385736459
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Perfect hair, cute clothes, healthy tans--life's a breeze when you're a witch! Even special witchcraft classes Rachel agrees to attend with Miri turn out to be fun. The sisters meet other teen witches just like them--who knew? Everyone's preparing for a magical party called a Samsorta--a debutante ball for witches.... More...
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Science Fair: A Story of Mystery, Danger, International Suspense, and a Very Nervous Frog
by Dave Barry
Published 2008 by Disney Editions
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9781423113249
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"New York Times"-bestselling authors Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson ("Peter and the Starcatchers") combine comedy and suspense in this hilarious thriller about foreign criminals who plot to take over the American government by rigging a middle-school science fair. More...
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The Order of Odd-Fish
by James Kennedy
Published 2008 by Delacorte Press Books for Young Readers
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780385735438
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In his debut novel, Kennedy composes a rollicking, ridiculous fantasy about a13-year-old girl, left in the desert as a baby, who now goes in search of hertrue identity. More...
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Two Parties, One Tux, and a Very Short Film about the Grapes of Wrath
by Arthur Steven Goldman
Published 2008 by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9781599902715
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Mitchell Wells may not survive eleventh grade. He really only has one friend, his best friend, David. His normally decent grade point average is in limbo due to a slightly violent, somewhat inappropriate claymation film. And girls...well, does hanging out with his sister count? ... More... 
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My Life from Air-Bras to Zits
by Barbara Haworth-Attard
Published 2009 by Flux
Paperback, English. ISBN: 9780738714837
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Fourteen-year-old Teresa Tolliver is starting her sophomore year with a brand-new bra--and the womanly profile she's always wanted. But Teresa's bust isn't the only part of her life that could use a lift. By the end of the year, her ego starts to feel as battered and worn as her air bra. More...
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Ripley's Believe It or Not!
by Rosie Alexander
Published 2008 by Scholastic Inc.
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780545077057
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The fascinating facts of Robert Ripley prove there's nothing stranger than the truth. This seventh annual collection contains the most unbelievable facts, acts, and oddities ever recorded. Photos. More...
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Audrey, Wait!
by Robin Benway
Published 2008 by Sleuth RazorBill
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9781595141910
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When her ex writes a break-up song about her that rockets up the charts, Audrey is suddenly famous--she can't go out without being mobbed by fans and paparazzi. Take a wild ride with Audrey as she makes headlines, confronts her ex on MTV, and shows the world who she really is.Sleuth RazorBill More...
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Ant Farm: And Other Desperate Situations
by Simon Rich
Published 2007 by Random House Trade
Paperback, English. ISBN: 9781400065882
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From the former president of "The Harvard Lampoon" comes this collection of brief, imaginative forays into the comic extremes of serious circumstances that explore the hilarious desperation that resides in ordinary life. More...
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Confessions of a Serial Kisser
by Wendelin Van Draanen
Published 2008 by Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780375842481
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The bestselling author of "Flipped" delivers a novel about a teen girl who is on a quest for the most spectacular, heart-stopping, life-changing kiss. But she soon learns kissing is way more complicated than romance novels have led her to believe. More...
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L8r, G8r
by Lauren Myracle
Published 2007 by HNA Books
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780810912663
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The winsome threesome say l8r to high school in this sequel to the "New York Times" bestsellers "ttyl" and "ttfn." Through instant messages, three inseparable friends have shared the ups and downs of high school--too bad the Queen Bee who made their sophomore year a nightmare is on the warpath again. More...
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An Abundance of Katherines
by John Green
Published 2006 by Dutton Books
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780525476887
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In this new novel from the acclaimed author of "Looking for Alaska," Colin Singleton always falls for girls named Katherine--and he's been dumped 19 times, to be exact. Letting expectations go and allowing love are in the heart of his hilarious quest to find his missing piece and avenge dumpees everywhere. More...
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Happy Birthday or Whatever: Track Suits, Kim Chee, and Other Family Disasters
by Annie Choi
Published 2007 by Harper Paperbacks
Paperback, English. ISBN: 9780061132223
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Meet Annie Choi. She fears cable cars and refuses to eat anything that casts a shadow. Her brother thinks chicken is a vegetable. Her father occasionally starts fires at work. Her mother collects Jesus trading cards and wears plaid like it's a job. No matter how hard Annie and her family try to understand one another, they often come up hilariously short.... More...
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Tag & Bink Were Here
by Kevin Rubio
Published 2006 by Dark Horse Comics
Paperback, English. ISBN: 9781593076412
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Officers Tag Greenley and Bink Otauna were minding their own business aboard a familiar, princess-harboring freighter when they suddenly found themselves under siege. Now under attack by the Empire, they will choose life over a noble death and "borrow" the armor off a pair of deceased stormtroopers.... More...
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Be More Chill
by Ned Vizzini
Published 2004 by Miramax Books
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780786809950
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A pill-sized supercomputer called a "squip," when swallowed, is guaranteed to fulfill every desire. The squip transforms high-schooler Jeremy Heere from Supergeek into one of the most popular guys in class. But Jeremy soon learns of the dark side of having a computer in his brain. More...
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24 Girls in 7 Days
by Alex Bradley
Published 2005 by Dutton Books
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780525473695
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In his first novel for teenagers, newcomer Bradley shares a fresh and funny story told from the boy's perspective about the trauma and pageantry that is prom. More...
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