Martha Bolton

Author of more than fifty humor books, Martha Bolton shares a joyous read with feel-good humor on every page, packed with anecdotes, quotes, and more. It is said that a hearty laugh can burn up to thirty-five calories! That being the case, a steady diet of Martha Bolton’s humor will lighten up your life in more ways than one. In this fun book, Bolton shares hilarious insights into the stuff life is made of—families, neighbors, dieting, difficult people, politics, marriage, the workplace, and more—as she helps readers see the lighter side of life.

"Why Are Baking Contestants Disappearing? Mysteries have a way of following Fannie Miller, so when she makes it into the finals of the Tuscarawas County Baking Contest and contestants start disappearing, she calls on her old friend Foster Bates, a retired cop and part-time private investigator. Could it be that other finalists are somehow responsible for these disappearances, thinning out the competition? Like the couple on verge of divorce who need the prize money, or the three Beiler sisters, always in a huddle whispering. One thing is for certain--Foster and Fannie will stay on the case until the end, and everyone involved will have learned something important about baking contests, solving mysteries, and life. New York Times Bestselling Author Wanda E. Brunstetter and Emmy-Nominated Author Martha Bolton have teamed up to deliver a delightful whodunit from Ohio's Amish country."

For five decades, comedian, actor, singer, dancer, and entertainer Bob Hope (1903-2003) traveled the world performing before American and Allied troops and putting on morale-boosting USO shows. Dear Bob...: Bob Hope's Wartime Correspondence with the G.I.s of World War II tells the story of Hope's remarkable service to the fighting men and women of World War II, collecting personal letters, postcards, packages, and more sent back and forth among Hope and the troops and their loved ones back home. Soldiers, nurses, wives, and parents shared their innermost thoughts, swapped jokes, and commiserated with the "G.I.s' best friend" about war, sacrifice, lonely days, and worrisome, silent nights. The Entertainer of the Century performed for millions of soldiers in person, in films, and over the radio. He visited them in the hospitals and became not just a pal but their link to home. This unforgettable collection of letters and images, many of which remained in Hope's personal files throughout his life and which now reside at the Library of Congress, capture a personal side of both writer and recipient in a very special and often emotional way. This volume heralds the voices of those servicemen and women Hope entertained and who, it is clear, delighted and inspired him.

Laugh all the way to your next birthday ... and beyond! We all age, but why grumble about it? If you're still here, have some fun and enjoy life. The best way you can do that is through laughter. From well-known comedy writer Martha Bolton comes a refreshing book of jokes for older folks. Topics for laughter include senior foibles, doctor visits, grandchildren antics, travel, politics, pets, technology troubles, good ol' days, and love. Give yourself a laugh vacation. Read this book, share it with your friends, and smile your way to a better outlook on life. And these days, who couldn't use some extra laughs?

If you love burgers and want to learn how to make them from scratch within the comfort of your own home, then this book is perfect for you. Who doesn't enjoy eating a juicy beef patty with vine-ripened tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and ketchup between soft toasted buns? These easy-to-follow recipes will make you the most popular person at the next backyard barbecue or Sunday dinner. Inside of this cookbook, you'll learn how to make some of the most delicious burger dishes that will rival some of the most popular burger restaurants, such as McDonald's or Burger King; with the help of over 25 burger recipes that will impress even the pickiest of eaters, such as a Guacamole burger, Caprese burger or even a cheddar melt. So, what are you waiting for? Let's Get Cooking Scroll Back Up and Grab Your Copy Today

Levi and John Troyer are twins, but they are complete opposites. John is a hard worker who puts faith, their father, and the family farm before everything else in his life. Levi's total focus is baseball. Using a fence post for a bat, he often shirks his responsibilities around the farm, opting for a game of ball instead. When he's not playing his favorite sport, he's trying to win the heart of pretty Hannah Weaver, otherwise known as the "only Amish girl who can't cook." But when sports talent scout Phil Watson discovers Levi and his incredible pitching arm and offers him a chance to go pro, even Hannah can't stop Levi from seeking a career in the majors, leaving their community and the Amish lifestyle behind. Sibling rivalry, untold secrets, broken paths, and plenty of surprises await the Troyer family as this story of a son's dream and a father's love unfolds. Can an Amish ballplayer make it in the world of professional baseball-and at what cost? Will Hannah wait for the man she loves? Will John ever accept his brother? And in the end, will any of the family finally make it home again?"Anything Martha Bolton writes, I read. Not just because she's hilarious, but because she spins a great yarn that takes me to better places than I'd hoped to visit, places that nourish my soul. You'll love this book. I sprained my wrist turning pages." -Phil Callaway, best-selling author of Laughing Matters and host of Laugh Again radio"A heartwarming depiction of Amish life, a woman's love for her man, and a man's love of baseball. Bolton hits it way out of the park "-Beverly Lewis, author of The Shunning"Love baseball? Love a good father-son story? Then you're going to love this fun and powerful novel by my good friend, Martha Bolton. After all, if an Amish man can run for president (as he did in her first novel, Josiah for President), then why can't one take on the professional sports world? The Home Game - it's got my vote " -Mike Huckabee, Governor of Arkansas, 1996-2007, Presidential Candidate, Fox News Host

When former Congressman Mark Stedman throws in the towel on his presidential campaign, his only choice is to return to his home state and decide how to spend the rest of his life … until he meets Josiah Stoltzfus, an Amish farmer from Pennsylvania.Stedman learns more from Josiah in a few hours than in his many years in office. He comes to the conclusion that someone like Josiah should be running the country. Not a career politician, but someone with a little old-fashioned common sense, someone who’s not afraid of rolling up his sleeves and getting his hands dirty. Someone like Josiah Stoltzfus.Using his old campaign headquarters for a base, Mark Stedman determines to introduce a new candidate to America. He pledges to do everything in his power to make sure Josiah gets elected. But can a plain man of faith turn the tide of politics and become the leader of America, and what will he have to risk to do it?

A satirical celebration of today's most popular self-help books, presented by a pair of acclaimed comedy writers, provides reassuring counsel about how to navigate the real world's unavoidable pitfalls while poking fun at the pervasive nature of lifestyle improvement literature. Original.

The men are on one side. The women on the other. They're ready -- they're set -- they're off!... Well...maybe not. Seasoned comedy writers Martha Bolton and Brad Dickson take an unconventional, refreshing look at the over-forty race to the Fountain of Youth. Instead of heaping on the pressure to exercise more, eat less, manage your time, and save all your money for retirement, Bolton and Dickson offer a take-it-easy approach to aging with chapters like: € If Menopausal Women Ruled the World € How to Calculate Your Real Age € I Am Woman, Where'd I Go? € Desperate Grandmas € He Died of What? € Gimme a Head with Hair Filled with gentle encouragement and rolling humor, Race You to the Fountain of Youth will remind you to focus on the things that truly matter -- contentment, personal growth, faith, and joy. Relevant, real, and always funny, this look at the better half of life doesn't ask you to change one thing about yourself -- except maybe to laugh a bit more and worry a bit less.

När livet ger henne citroner, vet Martha Bolton verkligen hur hon ska göra god läskedryck av dem. Hon har precis de rätta måtten av syrlig visdom och söta skratt för att kunna servera på varje sida. Hon har redan pressat fram tankarna åt dig. Allt du behöver göra är att öppna denna bok - varsomhelst - och njuta av dem! Det här är de bästa ungdomsandakter vi har sett på länge! Marthas pigga, positiva stil har fått mina tonåringar att se fram emot vår familjs morgonandakt för första gången på flera år. Mina barn vill läsa två om dagen för att de är så bra. Ellie Kay Författare, föredragshållare, mediapersonlighet.

(Lillenas Publications). Watch the Bible come to life with these delightfully funny sketches and monologues taken from familiar biblical narratives. Written with great humor and charm, these 16 scripts are always in good taste and contain pointed truths recognizable to everyone. Each piece will be appropriate for audiences inside the church and out. Martha Bolton's commitment is evident in each sketch's message. Performance time: 5-10 minutes each.