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Two sworn enemies learn that they have more in common than meets the eye, and it’s never too late to make a new friend—even if it takes decades!Ever since they were little hatchlings, Turtle and Tortoise decided that they’d forever be separated due to their different shells.As years and years go by, the two reptiles stay on opposites side of the pen and embark on their own adventures, while holding an everlasting grudge. Until one day, Turtle and Tortoise get into a bit of pickle and need each other’s help! This hilarious and heartwarming picture book from Merry Un-Christmas author Mike Reiss and The Most Magnificent Thing creator Ashley Spires is perfect for fans of unlikely pairs such as Frog and Toad Are Friends by Arnold Lobel, Duck and Bear from Jory John’s Goodnight Already!, and Boy + Bot by Ame Dyckman.Turtle has a smooth shell.Tortoise has a rough shell.Goodness gracious! How can they possibly be friends?!

Follow the rollicking, surreal adventures of a young boy as he races to get to school on time. Smitty is never late for school. Not when his shoes get stuck in a sea of thick, black tar. Not when the sky rains snowmen down on the city streets. Not when he uses his coat for a sail to catch a gale and is swallowed up by a whale. Or when he encounters a robot from Mars eating up cars...or a very, very hungry T. Rex With rhyming language and a vivid imagination, author Mike Reiss demonstrates that, for some children, getting to school on time can be an adventure. Illustrator Michael Austin's humorous, exaggerated images colorfully bring to life the mischievous fun of the text. The surprise ending will delight young readers as they cheer on Smitty and his heroic efforts to beat the school bell.

What does Santa do on his vacation after Christmas? Find out in this hilarious picture book from author and award-winning film and television writer Mike Reiss. In this uproarious tale, Santa recovers from a hectic December by embarking on a hilarious vacation campaign of adventure and self-improvement--from sumo wrestling, to international espionage, to continuing education (including Elf Esteem and Basic Reindeer Labor Laws). But no matter where he goes or what he does, he's still our beloved Santa Claus. So, thanks, Santa, for all of your hard work. Go ahead and take the rest of the year off With sparkling rhyme, author Mike Reiss offers a funny look at what our favorite guy in the red suit does when he's done "making fifty zillion toys for the world's good girls and boys." Artist Michael Montgomery brings the story to life with expressive and energetic oil paintings. This unique story is perfect for children who are curious about what Santa does all year. A great read-aloud

Sandy was having the time of his life in Bali. He was living the care-free island life, surfing, and hanging out on the beach with his friends. He was so content that he had almost forgotten about Christmas. That is, until he got a call from someone he hadn't heard from in years...his big brother Santa Claus This hilarious holiday book tells the story of what happens when Santa's sleigh gets stuck in the wet sands of Bali and he has to call on his estranged, lazy, fun-loving little brother Sandy to save Christmas. With witty writing by Emmy(R) award winning humor writer and longtime executive producer of 'The Simpsons', Mike Reiss and delightful illustrations by New Yorker cartoonist Jason Chatfield, 'Santa's Brother Sandy Saves Christmas' is sure to be a hit with everyone on your list

Sandy was having the time of his life in Bali. He was living the care-free island life, surfing, and hanging out on the beach with his friends. He was so content that he had almost forgotten about Christmas. That is, until he got a call from someone he hadn't heard from in years...his big brother Santa Claus This hilarious holiday book tells the story of what happens when Santa's sleigh gets stuck in the wet sands of Bali and he has to call on his estranged, lazy, fun-loving little brother Sandy to save Christmas. With witty writing by Emmy(R) award winning humor writer and longtime executive producer of 'The Simpsons', Mike Reiss and delightful illustrations by New Yorker cartoonist Jason Chatfield, 'Santa's Brother Sandy Saves Christmas' is sure to be a hit with everyone on your list

Mike Reiss has been writing for The Simpsons for three decades. But in his spare time, he travels. He's been to 134 countries, everywhere from North Korea to the North Pole. He's a Jewish guy who's visited twenty-eight Muslim countries. He climbed to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro and rode the doomed submarine The Titan down to the Titanic. He shares his most amazing journeys with great humor, warmth, and a candor you won't find in any other travel book. Plus, there's lots of funny, amazing photos to back up his most incredible tales