Ruby's Falling Leaves

Ruby's Falling Leaves
Author: Rosemary Wells
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2007-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781417796519

Ruby is determined to have the best leaf-collection book in the whole class.

The Jovial Juggling Academy

The Jovial Juggling Academy
Author: Oludotun Coker
Publisher: BookRix
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2023-05-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3755443570

Welcome to "Under the Big Top: Hilarity and Chaos in the Jovial Juggling Academy," where circus-themed children's books come alive in a riotous spectacle of laughter and entertainment. Get ready to embark on a whimsical adventure as we delve into the colorful world of Merrymore, a place where funny circus stories captivate young hearts and ignite their imagination. Within these pages, you will find the best of circus fiction, filled with heartwarming tales and unforgettable characters that will leave you chuckling with joy. Join Benny the Balancing Bear, Clara the Clever Clown, Timothy the Tall, and Ruby the Rambunctious on their laughter-filled escapades, as they navigate the unpredictable juggling academy with charm and hilarity. Immerse yourself in a vibrant circus narrative where joy knows no bounds and every twist and turn leads to unexpected surprises. These entertaining stories capture the essence of the circus, with its mesmerizing performances, colorful characters, and a world where laughter reigns supreme. So, step right up and be captivated by these entertaining and laughter-filled circus adventures, perfect for children and adults alike. Get ready to experience the magic, wonder, and laughter of the Jovial Juggling Academy in this delightful collection of circus-themed tales.

Tea for Ruby

Tea for Ruby
Author: Sarah Ferguson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2010-11-16
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1442426330

Ruby gets a princess-worthy primer on manners in this charming picture book from #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser and author Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York. Ruby does her best to have good manners—yet no matter her efforts, she just can’t seem to succeed. But when Ruby receives a mysterious surprise invitation to tea with the Queen, she is especially determined to polish her poise. She goes from the postman to her brother to the playground to her parents, trying her hardest to have manners befitting a princess. Will she ever manage to be proper in time for tea at the palace? In this New York Times bestseller, cheerful, elegant text from Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York, pairs with Robin Preiss Glasser’s “exuberant illustrations, rendered in her unmistakable Fancy Nancy style (Publishers Weekly)” to create an endearing and gently instructive story about manners.

Ruby Sings the Blues

Ruby Sings the Blues
Author:
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2007-04-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1599900297

Ruby's loud voice annoys everyone around her, until she learns to control her volume with the help of her new jazz musician friends.

The Uptown Collection

The Uptown Collection
Author: Ruby Lang
Publisher: Carina Press
Total Pages: 439
Release: 2020-05-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 148807626X

Love, real estate and adulting in three contemporary romance novellas from critically acclaimed author Ruby Lang. Available together for the first time. A fake relationship becomes a little too real… A heated rivalry blurs into love… A temporary reunion might not be so temporary… Set against the vibrant backdrop of Harlem, these charming, irresistible stories look at the many different ways couples find each other and what it means to fall in love. Included in this 3-in-1 are: Playing House Open House House Rules One-click with confidence. This title is part of the Carina Press Romance Promise: all the romance you’re looking for with an HEA/HFN. It’s a promise!

Black Comedy

Black Comedy
Author: Pamela Faith Jackson
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 516
Release: 1997
Genre: Drama
ISBN: 9781557832788

(Applause Books). This first-of-its kind collection includes a wide range of works, from an early examination and critique of American society after World War II to plays that reflect socio-political concerns that kept pace with historical events, like the sit-in demonstrations, the bus boycotts, black nationalism, and the women's liberation movement. A hybrid of comedic forms including satire, farce, comedy of manners, romantic comedy, dark comedy, and tragicomedy are presented through vernacular language, stand-up performance art, masks, broad humor, as well as the minstrel show. Essays, articles and interviews complement this critical edition.

The Roots of African American Drama

The Roots of African American Drama
Author: James V. Hatch
Publisher: Wayne State University Press
Total Pages: 460
Release: 1992-01-04
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 081433847X

Biographic information and a bibliographyof other plays follow each script, providing readers with added sources for study.

Ruby Among Us

Ruby Among Us
Author: Tina Ann Forkner
Publisher: WaterBrook
Total Pages: 362
Release: 2009-06-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307499057

Lucy DiCamillo is safely surrounded by her books, music, and art–but none of these reclusive comforts or even the protective efforts of her grandmother, Kitty, can shield her thoughts from the mother she can barely recall. Lucy senses her grandmother holds the key, but Kitty seems as eager to hide the past as Lucy is eager to find it. From the streets of San Francisco and Sacramento to the lush vineyards of the Sonoma Valley, Lucy follows the thread of memory in search of a heritage that seems long-buried with her mother, Ruby. What she finds is as enigmatic and stirring as it is startling in this redemptive tale about the power of faith and mother-daughter love.

Benny and Penny in The Big No-no!

Benny and Penny in The Big No-no!
Author: Geoffrey Hayes
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2009-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0979923891

Two mice meet their new neighbor and discover that she is not as scary as they feared.

Playing House

Playing House
Author: Ruby Lang
Publisher: Carina Press
Total Pages: 126
Release: 2019-08-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1488055092

“Playing House is relatable, heartwarming, and oh so sexy. I zoomed through this thoughtful and joyful story about two people finding themselves and each other.” —Jasmine Guillory, New York Times bestselling author of The Wedding Date and The Proposal Romance blossoms between two city planners posing as newlyweds in this first in a bright new series by acclaimed author Ruby Lang The last thing Oliver Huang expects to see on the historic Mount Morris home tour is longtime acquaintance Fay Liu bustling up and kissing him hello. He’s happy to playact being a couple to save her from a pushy admirer. Fay’s beautiful, successful and smart, and if he’s being honest, Oliver has always had a bit of a thing for her. Maybe more than a bit. Geeking out over architectural details is Oliver and Fay’s shared love language, and soon they’re touring pricey real estate across Upper Manhattan as the terribly faux but terribly charming couple Darling and Olly. For the first time since being laid off from the job he loved, Oliver has something to look forward to. And for the first time since her divorce, Fay’s having fun. Somewhere between the light-filled living rooms and spacious closets they’ve explored, this faux relationship just may have sparked some very real feelings. For Oliver and Fay, home truly is where their hearts are. One-click with confidence. This title is part of the Carina Press Romance Promise: all the romance you’re looking for with an HEA/HFN. It’s a promise!