The Jovial Juggling Academy


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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.




Ruby the Rambunctious


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Ainhoa se cae todo el tiempo. Cuando corre se cae, cuando baila se cae, si coge algo, a menudo, se le cae. Todos piensan que es un poco torpe, ¡incluso ella piensa que es patosa! Cuando la doctora le dice que tiene los músculos débiles, Ainhoa siente un gran alivio: ¡no es torpe! Lo que le pasa es que necesita una silla de ruedas. Sin embargo, la actitud de sus padres cambia desde que lo saben y nunca la regañan como a sus dos hermanos, da igual la travesura que haga. Ella quiere ser como el resto y no ve que haya ninguna diferencia. ¿Conseguirá que la traten como a los demás?




Tea for Ruby


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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


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




Ruby's Falling Leaves


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




The Uptown Collection


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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!




Ruby Among Us


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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.




The Roots of African American Drama


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




Black Comedy


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(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.




Playing House


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“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!