You can take the boy out of North Dakota, but only a drag queen can finish the makeover.When Randy Larson, a 32-year-old gay accountant who's never been outside North Dakota, moves to Washington, DC, he struggles to find his way. A six-foot, nine-inch, sensational Jayne Mansfield drag queen takes him under her colorful wing for lessons in shopping, first dates, hosting brunch, furnishing an apartment, and living in the gay community. Is Randy ready for life and love in the Nation's Capital?Chandler Myer's debut novel, Jayne and the Average North Dakotan, is an unconventional coming-of-age and coming-out story filled with humor and humanity. Randy and Jayne, an odd couple with a unique relationship, will have you cheering the underdog and wishing for your own drag fairy godmother.
JAYNE Name Tracing Workbook - Preschoolers Kindergarten Practice Workbook - Toddlers Writing Notebook - Learn How to Write JAYNE - Preschoolers Activities Teaching your child the basics of writing is a difficult task especially if he or she is full of energy and finds it more difficult to focus. In order to give him a push in the first years of school or kindergartner, we are presenting a revolutionary way of teaching your baby the basics of the alphabet: the name tracing workbook for children.Why our workbook?The name tracing workbook has been designed specifically to teach children the basic of spelling and writing. By learning to write his own name, your child will develop the abilities and skills needed in the first years of schools while having fun. The 100 pages activity book is the perfect choice if you are searching to invest in your child's education from the beginning so don't hesitate and get him the only workbook he needs LEARNING THE FIRST LETTERS teaching your toddler the first letters and how to spell his or her name is difficult, which is why we have designed a special workbook that will make the learning process easier and a lot more fun, adding to the baby's educational fund. PERSONALIZED WORKING: the name is the first word any child should learn how to spell, but it is almost impossible to find special help for that task. JAYNE Name Tracing Workbook is divided in 12 themed chapters that will teach your toddler how to spell his or her name in a fun and interactive way. WHAT IT CONTAINS: JAYNE Name Tracing Workbook counts no less than 100 pages divided in 12 themed sheets that propose recognition activities, letter tracing practice and letter games, that are sure to teach your child the basics of writing and spelling. FOR TODDLERS: JAYNE Name Tracing Workbook is made especially for children aged 3 to 6 so your son or daughter will be well prepared for both kindergarten and first grade Learning the alphabet will be a piece of cake if your kid will already have the foundation letter tracing so why not give him a head start in school. THE PERFECT GIFT: offering a present to a toddler that is both fun and parents-approved is an almost impossible task, but the name tracing workbook has it all: it is educational, personalized and made especially for youngsters ages 3 to 6 so, if you're trying to bring a smile on a kid's face, this is it
In a world where every person has a small dragon to help them stay safe, Jayne's dragon becomes a little too big and Jayne starts to feel afraid all of the time. Jayne finds herself afraid to do all the things she loved to do before, like going to school or playing at the park with her friends. Through hard work and the guidance of the Dragon Master, Jayne learns how to shrink her dragon back down to size and return to her fun adventures. Jayne reminds us that we all experience worry and fear sometimes. This brightly illustrated story follows Jayne's journey from difficult times filled with anxiety, through marshmallow fights, detective work, and much more. In the end, she finds her way back to enjoying life's adventures instead of fearing them, with her happy little dragon by her side. As a read-aloud for younger children or a book to read independently for older readers, Jayne's dragon invites readers to look at their own worries and anxieties in a new way. At the end of the book are blank pages where children can explore their own dragons through pictures, notes, or writing.
In her first published collection of poetry, Jayne Nelsen explores emotional landmarks from finding love to love lost, losing oneself to finding inner strength. Her lyrical and poignant journey weaves together experiences of frailty, courage, passion, vulnerability, and solitude. To illustrate the themes in this collection, Nelsen partnered with fine art model photographer, Joe Caliva. Throughout the book, Caliva's dark, quiet, and emotionally rich images capture and bring to life the words and complex sentiments in Nelsen's poetry.
Calamity Jayne (My hit and miss journey as a foodie) has written a whole bunch of recipes for you to share with your family, in this Guide to Family Food. Lots of yummy dishes to wow even the fussiest of eaters. Baking, snacks, dinner and desserts - it's all covered in here Come and join me on my foodie journey
When Aurelie Harcourt's father dies in debtor's prison, he leaves her just two things: his wealthy family, whom she has never met, and his famous pen name, Nathaniel Droll. Her new family greets her with apathy and even resentment. Only the quiet houseguest, Silas Rotherham, welcomes her company. When Aurelie decides to complete her father's unfinished serial novel, writing the family into the story as unflattering characters, she must keep her identity as Nathaniel Droll hidden while searching for the truth about her mother's disappearance--and perhaps even her father's death. Author Joanna Davidson Politano's stunning debut set in Victorian England will delight readers with its highly original plot, lush setting, vibrant characters, and reluctant romance.
From USA Today Bestselling author K Webster comes a dark psychological thriller A girl was taken.Nadia saw it all...But remembers nothing.One Colorado cop has been hunting for answers regarding the disappearance of his younger sister for years. Every lead is a dead end. Each day that passes lessens his chances of finding her.She's presumed dead.He thinks all is lost until he stumbles upon the only witness of the crime. Nadia Jayne. The young woman-with connections that go deep in their small town-resurfaces out of hiding and lands on his radar.Her secrets are plentiful-dark and twisted.He'll stop at nothing, tearing apart her world until he finds what he's looking for: His sister.But he might just dig a little too deep...He might uncover more than he bargained for.Perhaps sweet Jayne isn't so sweet after all.
"Fans of Janet Evanovich will be glad to see that you don't always have to go to the burgh for mirthful murder and mayhem." Booklist How does a blonde spell "Farm"?E-I-E-I-O Tressa Jayne Turner has had it up to here with the dumb-blonde jokes and a childhood nickname that's harder to get rid of than her favorite pair of cowboy boots. Thanks to one Rick Townsend, Iowa Department of Natural Resources officer, local hottie, and general pain in Tressa's behind, everyone knows her as "Calamity Jayne". Just because she may be a little accident prone and trouble seems to sometimes find her, Tressa can't get anyone in her small town to take her seriously. That is, until Tressa finds a seriously dead body and an opportunity to get "Ranger Rick" and a skeptical citizenry to see that she's no longer that skinny kid with scraped knees. How? By resurrecting her job as a reporter for the hometown paper and solving a murder no one else believes happened... no one, that is, except the killer. Now Tressa is one not-so-dumb blonde who's out to gain a little hometown respect-or die trying. What critics are saying about the Calamity Jayne Mysteries: "Fun and lighthearted with an interesting mystery, a light touch of romance and some fascinating characters." RT Book Reviews "Throw in two parts Nancy Drew, one part Lucille Ball, add a dash of Stephanie Plum, shake it all up and you've got a one-of-a-kind amateur sleuth with a penchant for junk food and hot-pink snakeskin cowgirl boots. A word to the wise: if you're prone to laughing out loud when reading funny books, try not to read Calamity Jayne when you're sandwiched between two sleeping passengers on an airplane...sometimes we learn these things the hard way." Chick Lit Cafe "Filled with dumb-blonde jokes, nonstop action and rapid-fire banter, this is a perfect read for chick-lit fans who enjoy a dash of mystery." Publishers' Weekly
"Fans of Janet Evanovich will be glad to see that you don't always have to go to the burgh for mirthful murder and mayhem." Booklist What do you call a blonde in a freezer?A frosted flake. Tressa Jayne Turner, known in her hometown as "Calamity Jayne" for her unconventional exploits, is the newest reporter at the Grandville Gazette. And after a whirlwind start to her new job, she's ready to enjoy the final weeks of summer at The Iowa State Fair. The homegrown good-time is Tressa's favorite time of year-donuts, funnel cakes, cotton candy, turkey legs. It's also her Uncle Frank's busiest. His ice cream stand is in a prime location, and he's poised to scoop the competition. But when a soft-serve saboteur appears at the same time her cousin goes missing, it's another fine, sticky mess she's gotten herself into. With a string of malicious pranks, psycho dunk-tank clowns, two geriatric Jessica Fletcher wannabes, one hot state trooper, and a guy in a chicken suit, it's mayhem on the midway Throw in one Ranger Rick Townsend, the Don Juan of the Department of Natural Resources and bestower of the hated "Calamity Jayne" moniker, and Tressa's got her hands full The only question is, can she solve the crime and save the day... or will this blonde be enjoying her final fair? What critics are saying about the Calamity Jayne Mysteries: "Fun and lighthearted with an interesting mystery, a light touch of romance and some fascinating characters." RT Book Reviews "Throw in two parts Nancy Drew, one part Lucille Ball, add a dash of Stephanie Plum, shake it all up and you've got a one-of-a-kind amateur sleuth with a penchant for junk food and hot-pink snakeskin cowgirl boots. A word to the wise: if you're prone to laughing out loud when reading funny books, try not to read Calamity Jayne when you're sandwiched between two sleeping passengers on an airplane...sometimes we learn these things the hard way." Chick Lit Cafe "Filled with dumb-blonde jokes, nonstop action and rapid-fire banter, this is a perfect read for chick-lit fans who enjoy a dash of mystery." Publishers' Weekly
"Fans of Janet Evanovich will be glad to see that you don't always have to go to the burgh for mirthful murder and mayhem."- Booklist What do you call a blonde skeleton in the closet?Last year's hide-'n'-seek champ. It's autumn in the heartland, where football rules, homecoming royalty reigns, and full moons don't just refer to a passing high school varsity bus. But this year, Tressa Jayne Turner isn't just enjoying the candy corn, popcorn balls and caramel apples. This reporter is on a mission to sniff out a serious story that will impress not only her skeptical family and friends, but also her boss at the Grandville Gazette. And it turns out "Calamity Jayne" is in luck Eccentric and reclusive bestselling writer, Elizabeth Courtney Howard is coming to little ol' Grandville to conduct some family business and finish her latest book. So, what's stopping Tressa from scoring this journalistic coup? A blackmailing, six-foot-two-inch homecoming queen candidate with all the charm of Frankenstein in taffeta, a rival reporter out to scoop the competition, a s ance-hosting grandmother, and the sexy Ranger Rick Townsend who could tempt a nun to rethink her vows. Suddenly Tressa better watch her step, as her expos uncovers skeletons in everyone's closets and a haunted house that's too creepy for comfort. What critics are saying about the Calamity Jayne Mysteries: "Fun and lighthearted with an interesting mystery, a light touch of romance and some fascinating characters." RT Book Reviews "Throw in two parts Nancy Drew, one part Lucille Ball, add a dash of Stephanie Plum, shake it all up and you've got a one-of-a-kind amateur sleuth with a penchant for junk food and hot-pink snakeskin cowgirl boots. A word to the wise: if you're prone to laughing out loud when reading funny books, try not to read Calamity Jayne when you're sandwiched between two sleeping passengers on an airplane...sometimes we learn these things the hard way." Chick Lit Cafe "Filled with dumb-blonde jokes, nonstop action and rapid-fire banter, this is a perfect read for chick-lit fans who enjoy a dash of mystery." Publishers' Weekly
Jayne King lived in a world of players. She'd been groomed by her father to win, taking no prisoners in her quest to reach the top. But, it was never enough. She wanted out, and just when she finds her escape, she's pulled back into the underground crime world of Las Vegas. One phone call spins her life out of control and she once again has to live her life behind a mask of lies. Her body is for sale, but her heart is off limits. Flynn Maguire, professional gambler and notorious ladies' man always wins. Always. As the heir to the Maguire Grand Hotel and Casino fortune, he's always had his desires delivered on a silver platter. When he crosses paths with Jayne King, he will stop at nothing to have her. Nothing has ever stood between him and what he wanted, and there wasn't any amount of money too high to pay to own her. He realizes too late that money can't buy her heart and finds himself in a place he never thought he'd be. Out of luck. CONTENT WARNING: This story contains scenes of an explicit, erotic, or violent nature and is intended for adults. 18+ Story includes graphic language, violence, and sexual situations.
What does a blonde get on her intelligence test?Drool. Ace cub reporter Tressa Jayne Turner is carrying a full load--and we're not talking post-holiday pounds. Back in college for the fourth time (but who's counting ?), "Calamity Jayne" is looking to nab a raise from her stingy boss at the Gazette, Stan. So, what's to stop her from making the grade?Well, for starters her grandmother turned roommate rekindling an old flame, maid of honor madness run amok, a botched betrothal that's more than just schoolyard gossip, and a campus criminal who is out to teach the student body a lesson... one crime at a time. As Tressa navigates the halls of higher education, she finds herself torn not only between homework and investigating, but also between a man who likes her for herself and another man who wants to save her from herself.It's a case of murder and mayhem by the books...and failure is so not an option. (NOTE: This book was previously published under the title Calamity Jayne Goes to College.)
Did you hear about the blonde coyote?It got stuck in a trap, chewed off three legs, and was still stuck. Tressa Jayne Turner, Grandville, Iowa's own little "Calamity Jayne," is headed for the Grand Canyon State-and a wedding Tressa's goofy Gammy is gettin' hitched, and Tressa is looking forward to a little down time in the desert. But her sunny vacation is suddenly about to have more strings attached than a dreamcatcher Her cousin's keeping secrets, the roguishly hot Ranger Rick's sending mixed signals-more of the smokin' than smoke variety-and a "Kookamunga," a butt-ugly fertility figurine Tressa picked up at a roadside stand as a wedding gift, is turning out to be more trouble than tribal treasure. This wacky wedding's about to become a southwestern scavenger hunt of Amazing Race-meets-The Da Vinci Code proportions, featuring a washed-up actress out to kick-start her career, a suspect spiritual advisor, locals with a cause, and a ten-year-old who's a chip off a certain ranger's blockhead. It'll be a vision quest to make Thelma and Louise's southwestern spree seem like amateur night at the OK Corral. May the best spirit guide win. (NOTE: This book was previously published under the title Calamity Jayne Heads West.) What critics are saying about the Calamity Jayne mysteries: " Filled with dumb-blonde jokes, nonstop action and rapid-fire banter, this is a perfect read for chick-lit fans who enjoy a dash of mystery."- Publishers' Weekly "Fun and lighthearted with an interesting mystery, a light touch of romance and some fascinating characters."- RT Book Reviews "Throw in two parts Nancy Drew, one part Lucille Ball, add a dash of Stephanie Plum, shake it all up and you've got a one-of-a-kind amateur sleuth with a penchant for junk food and hot-pink snakeskin cowgirl boots. A word to the wise: if you're prone to laughing out loud when reading funny books, try not to read Calamity Jayne when you're sandwiched between two sleeping passengers on an airplane...sometimes we learn these things the hard way."- Chick Lit Cafe "Bacus provides lots of small-town fun with this lovable, fair-haired klutz and lively story, liberally salted with dumb-blond jokes."- Booklist *starred review*
What's a blonde pirate always looking for, even though it's right behind her?Her booty. Ahoy, mateys With her grandma wedded and bedded (ew ) Tressa Jayne Turner is looking forward to the weeklong cruise that follows. Good food. Warm beaches. Romantic sunsets. A swashbuckling ranger-type, Rick Townsend, who shivers her timbers. Nothing can take the wind out of "Calamity Jayne's" sails this time. Nothing, that is, except that this particular Love Boat has "Iceberg ahead " written all over it. Why? It's a lo-cal "biggest loser" cruise, Tressa's bad-boy faux fianc and his marriage-minded Aunt Mo are stowaways, and Tressa's barely got her sea legs before a dastardly murder plot bobs to the surface. It's a foul wind that's blowin' to be sure...and not from the exercise-obsessed passengers. Throw in one whale of a Bermuda love triangle, and Tressa knows just how Jack Sparrow feels when the rum is gone. Yo-ho-ho and a bottle of V-8 Arrr (NOTE: This book was previously published under the title Anchors Aweigh.)
What's the hardest part of learning to ride a tandem?The pavement. It's late July, and Tressa Jayne Turner's summer is as sizzling as Ranger Rick Townsend But is Tressa in love or lust with the hot ranger? There's not time to find out as Tressa's boss at the Gazette, Stan Rodgers, wants his Ace Cub Reporter to cover TribRide-the state's ginormous bicycle ride across the state-but not from the sidelines. This assignment is a little more...hands on. Hands on the handlebars, that is. Not only that, but Tressa's ticket to ride is on a bicycle built for two And at the tandem's helm? Sleazy rival reporter Drew Van Vleet, aka, "the missing link." Could things get any worse? You decide. Tressa's parents are on the outs. Her sister is on the warpath. Van Vleet's insisting on a Star Trek theme. And Tressa is the number one suspect in a series of SO-not-funny pranks targeting reality TV star Keelie Keller. Talk about strange new worlds Tressa is about to go where no "Calamity" has gone before-and where the ultimate wedgie is bound to be the least of this uneasy rider's worries Hang on, folks. It's gonna be a bumpy ride. (I am a Vulcan. I feel no pain.) What critics are saying about the Calamity Jayne mysteries: "Fans of Janet Evanovich will be glad to see that you don't always have to go to the burgh for mirthful murder and mayhem."- Booklist "Filled with dumb-blonde jokes, nonstop action and rapid-fire banter, this is a perfect read for chick-lit fans who enjoy a dash of mystery."- Publishers' Weekly "Fun and lighthearted with an interesting mystery, a light touch of romance and some fascinating characters."- RT Book Reviews "Throw in two parts Nancy Drew, one part Lucille Ball, add a dash of Stephanie Plum, shake it all up and you've got a one-of-a-kind amateur sleuth with a penchant for junk food and hot-pink snakeskin cowgirl boots. A word to the wise: if you're prone to laughing out loud when reading funny books, try not to read Calamity Jayne when you're sandwiched between two sleeping passengers on an airplane...sometimes we learn these things the hard way."- Chick Lit Cafe
