Best Selling Books by Jennifer Worick

"Anger is like an essential vitamin, and Jen has given me even more reasons to be angry. I couldn''t be happier or healthier."—Lewis Black, stand-up comedian, actor, author, and regular on The Daily Show The second edition of Things I Want to Punch in the Face brings humor writer Jennifer Worick''s newest and most popular diatribes about the most annoying things in everyday life and modern American society, including: Cold-Pressed Coffee TED Talks Evites Cosplay Polar Bear Clubs Family Car Stickers Mixologists Scrabble Yoga Pants #blessed And there''s more, so much more. From nail art to Hobbits, passwords to auto-tune, Worick takes aim at the copious bounty of annoyances that irk her shit. And ours. Jennifer Worick has written two dozen books on pop culture, humor, and crafts, including two Worst Case Scenario books (Chronicle), the hit Nancy Drew''s Guide to Life (Running Press), and the successful first edition of Things I Want to Punch in the Face (Prospect Park Books). She has toured the nation delivering a hilarious slide show on dating and sex to college students; she co-runs The Business of Books; she writes two blogs; and she has more than twenty-two thousand Twitter followers. Jen lives in Seattle, Washington.

Heartfelt + handmade = the perfect gift. In Simple Gifts, Jennifer Worick offers step-by-step instructions for creating easy and inspired handmade gifts that won’t break the bank. Learn how to stitch a wine bag for your favorite foodie, sew pajama pants for a tried-and-true friend, roast coffee beans for an office pal, or felt a ring for your sweetheart. Also included is Jennifer’s helpful, witty advice on choosing the right gift for anyone-man, woman, or child-and how to wrap up your present with style. From a sweet knitted apron to a hand-embroidered handkerchief, personalized note cards to soothing natural lip balm, a quilted baby blanket to a manly wooden toolbox, these heartfelt, handmade gifts are certain to wow and touch your loved ones.

You may have found the man of your dreams, but is he house-trained?

The authors of the best-selling The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook are back—and they''ve brought a date. Whatever your own dating nightmares are, take it from the professionals, things can get worse. Just in time for Valentine''s Day, here are dozens of scenarios covering every phase of the romantic—or not so romantic—turn of events. Learn how to remove stubborn articles of clothing, slip away from a blind date, and get rid of unsightly stains. Discover the secrets of dealing with a bad kisser and of surviving a meeting with your date''s parents. Hands-on, step-by-step illustrated instructions help guide you through these and many more perils d''amor. Tasteful and useful, and with an appendix of great pickup lines, breakup lines, and all-purpose excuses, this is the book you need when you wake up next to someone whose name you can''t remember.

Bestselling author Jennifer Worick has put together an entertaining pocket-sized collection of book-related quotes, facts, and lists. From Children''s Classics Fit for Adults to Scary Reads, any reader will find something new to explore or revisit. This purse-size, leather-bound little book is a perfect companion for trips to the bookstore or library. This little book of books is packed with quotes about classic titles and reading, book trivia, space for your own book notes, and dozens of lists, including: 10 Books from Home School You Should Revisit Love Hurts Dystopian Reads Guilty Pleasures The Sporting Life Short Stories Tragic-Comic Reads

For the would-be Wonder Woman or Charlie’s Angel: an empowering how-to guide for conquering life’s toughest challenges—and saving the world one baddie at a time For every woman who wants to be as tough as Lara Croft, as nimble as the Bionic Woman, and as babe-a-licious as Charlie’s Angels, The Action Heroine’s Handbook shows you the essential skills you’ll need to conquer the bad guys and save the day without breaking a sweat. Find out how the real action heroines do it, directly from a host of experts, including stuntwomen, jujitsu instructors, helicopter pilots, detectives, forensic psychologists, survivalists, primatologists, and many others. Learn to: • Profile a serial killer • Outwit a band of home intruders • Navigate white water rapids • Go undercover as a beauty queen • Outrun a fireball And dozens of other Tough Chick Skills, Beauty Skills, Brain Skills, Brawn Skills, and Escape Skills. Special sections and appendices feature the top action heroine hairdos, handbag essentials, and the best footwear for every action situation. With step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow illustrations, The Action Heroine’s Handbook will prepare you to save the world, one baddie at a time.

The college years are a time of noble pursuit of knowledge, self-betterment—and unending peril! Students are at risk from the moment they receive their acceptance letters. Fortunately, the authors of the phenomenally best-selling Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook series have come to the rescue, offering all-new, hands-on, step-by-step instructions for surviving the worst that higher education has to offer, on campus and off. Learn how to identify a party school, engineer a hookup, survive "the spins," and escape a stadium riot. Discover the best way to sleep in class, pass a test you haven''t studied for, avoid the "freshman fifteen," and pull an all-nighter. With practical advice for avoiding laundry and identifying unsafe institutional food, along with an appendix of excuses for missed deadlines and a back-up diploma, this is truly required reading for all college students—and a perfect high school graduation present.

Rediscover the charm, grit, and creativity of prairie life—one project at a time. Whether you''re a lifelong fan of Laura Ingalls Wilder or simply drawn to the timeless appeal of handmade living, The Prairie Girl’s Guide to Life invites you to step into the world of frontier-inspired crafts, skills, and traditions. With warmth and wit, Jennifer Worick shares 50 delightful projects that blend old-fashioned know-how with modern sensibilities. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Sew a sampler quilt and stitch prairie-perfect embroidery. Make bread-and-butter pickles and churn your own butter. Craft a rag rug, mix up homemade beauty remedies, and even win a spelling bee. Speak prairie slang, sing a lullaby, and embrace the spirit of self-reliance. Part how-to manual, part nostalgic celebration, this book is a heartfelt tribute to the ingenuity and resilience of pioneer women—and a playful guide for anyone who wants to bring a little prairie magic into their everyday life.

Armed with this guide, a girl''s guaranteed to get over an evil ex lickety-split and even ask herself what took so long! Inside this cute little handbook are 50 tried-and-true, feel-good-fast rituals.

"Sumo wrestling is part religious ritual, part popular entertainment, and Japan''s most unique contribution to the world of sport. Though sumo has long fascinated the West, its complex system of rituals and etiquette has made it difficult for outsiders to penetrate. Wrestlers undergo years of strenuous training and some pretty serious eating in order to compete in bouts that last minutes or sometimes seconds; the sweaty clash of huge bodies is but the final act in a prolonged contest of intimidation and concentration. In well over 100 rare and luminous photographs, Sumo offers an unrivaled close-up view of wrestlers in practice and in competition, complete with a brief history of the sport and an explanation of the various stages of a typical match. Photographers are seldom allowed such intimate access to the wrestlers, making this book a truly unprecedented document of the world of sumo. Japanophiles, sumo fans, and photography buffs alike will relish this rare glimpse of the inner circle where ritual, power, and bodies collide." -- Publisher''s description

Discover your inner Betty with this fierce and fresh approach to camping and wilderness. Tongue-in-cheek wilderness manual for women who appreciate nature but prefer to maintain their coiffure while interacting with it. Lots of useful information -- such as handy checklists for what to bring and wear -- tucked between the humor. Use this gui...

Learn the rudiments of the ancient, sensual art of belly dancing with this unique kit. It''s packed with a full set of finger cymbals, adhesive jewels to adorn your face, and a 32page book that explains all the basic moves: head slide, choo-choo shimmy, snake arms, and much more. Who knew exercise could be this much fun?

"New York Times" bestselling author Jennifer Worick delivers this first book to describe how to start a women''s group--and how to keep it running well. She draws on the advice of women''s group leaders across the country to create this nuts-and-bolts handbook.

Mr. Right isn''t going to just knock on the front door unless he happens to be the mailman or the plumber so it''s time to heed some sound advice. Jennifer Worick, co-author of The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Dating and Sex (400,000 in print), is back with more practical guidance, including real-life case studies complete with the play-by-play of what went wrong and what went right to create a user-friendly, entertaining, and invaluable field guide to the dating labyrint Dating''s a bit more complicated than it used to be. So many scenes from which to choose and countless scouting venues personal ads, the Internet, dating services, speed dating for the busy professional, and that age-old standby, the set-up. The pros and cons of each approach are outlined along with the flirting crib sheet, and tips on creating the perfect bio, profiling prospects, and pacing each date.

They''re the biggest thing to hit refrigerators since Magnetic Poetry! Each paperback volume contains 12 attractive postcards that can be mailed to friends or family -- and they''re perfect for display on file cabinets and other metal surfaces.

True love is just four steps away! Put your best foot forward with Mr. Alexander''s Four Steps to Love, a simple program for finding the soul mate you deserve. In just four easy steps, you''ll learn how to visualize your perfect partner, show off your best features, meet 2,000 new people, and find the dream companion who lives within. Mr. Alexander''s whimsical illustrations and handwritten instructions guide you through visualization exercises, motivational rituals, take-charge activities, and more. These techniques have already helped people around the world find their partners in life--and now they can help you. We can''t change our fate--but we can improve our odds. Mr. Alexander shows us how.

To perform the dangerous, awe-inspiring stunts and daring feats for Hollywood''s top action movies, stuntwoman Danielle Burgio needs to stay in peak physical condition. Now she shares the exclusive fitness program that allows her to meet any challenge on the big screen and in real life. This full-color fitness book provides a comprehensive workout that shows regular people how to get in action-star shape.

"Tired of shouting over loud music and fending off advances from pushy guys in order to enjoy a good conversation with an old friend? Why not plan a luscious evening of Basil-Mandarin Hand Soaks, Honey Oatmeal Facial Scrubs, Mango Hair Moisturizer, Mint Iced Tea, and cozy flannel pajamas, all enjoyed in the company of a few close girlfriends (No men allowed!).

Presents a guide for girls to pamper their bodies with sixteen theme spa parties as well as food that soothes the soul.

"For all the Laura Ingalls Wilder fans dreaming of open spaces, here are a half-dozen prairie skills that fit wonderfully in modern life. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions provide polished results on the first try--and each project offers a sprinkling of fun prairie wisdom and prairie advice that will keep readers laughing as they stitch."--Amazon.com.

How to interview family members to collect personal stories and how to use social media to build relationships.

Beyond her time as the First Lady, Michelle Obama’s voice and presence continues to resonate with women on a profound level. Michelle is both the ultimate role model and the everywoman. If we can’t be her, we at least want to be like her. She’s inspirational and aspirational. Most of all, she’s real. And a gal can learn a lot from her, which is why we’ve gathered up all her wit and wisdom into one glorious book a woman can dip into again and again for a reminder that she is powerful and can accomplish pretty much anything because, you know, the future is female. Using examples, actual events, and inspiring quotations from Michelle’s life during and prior to her time as first lady, What''s Your M.O., Live Your Best Life the Michelle Obama Way simultaneously celebrates Michelle’s accomplishments and provides useful advice for a wide array of life’s challenges. Chapters include: Family Matters Good Relations Working Woman Style & Substance Strength in the Face of Adversity Education Nation Health & Wellness Sense of a Woman A Call to Action

Includes non-removable plastic model affixed in center of book.

"This book instructs how to make a knitted shawl, soap, candles & more like a prairie girl"--

A hip, snappy craft book with projects designed to bring the outdoors in!It pays to discover the great outdoors. With Jennifer Worick''s latest installment of craft genius, a walk in the park becomes a whole new creative adventure. From Tiki Torches to Pebble Pendants, you''ll never lack for quick, easy, and sustainable projects made from outdoor flotsam -- bark, pinecones, rocks, flowers, feathers and more. Divided into habitats ranging from suburban backyards to the ocean shore, each project features items found in nature and adheres to the "leave no trace" ethic. Not one to exclude the city folk, Worick includes a chapter on the urban jungle, repurposing city-found items into unique handmade crafts.

This indispensable collection of jokes and quotes by and for funny ladies makes a great gift. This pocket-sized volume contains dozens of hilarious jokes that’ll make any women grin—or groan. Plus the ten worst pick-up lines, tips for delivering jokes, quotations from famous female comedians, a section of jokes for kids, and much, much more, including: · The One about the Sneezing Virgin · The One about the Blind Man in the Nudist Colony · The One about the Tequila Diet · The One about the Buddhist in the Pizza Parlor · And more!

You couldn''t have known it then, but all those hours spent reading about Nancy''s adventures served you well. Nancy Drew''s Guide to Life is a loving tribute to the young sleuth and the wisdom she imparted.This book is filled with practical tips, as well as seemingly whimsical (but surprisingly sound) advice. Her sage counsel is accompanied by the classic covers and artwork from her yellow-spined books.

Comment vivre avec un homme et aimer çà ! Un livre à offrir avec la bague de mariage et le livret de famille. Un peu de stratégie n''a jamais fait de mal dans les affaires de cœur. Ce guide vous aidera à mieux comprendre comment fonctionne votre compagnon : dans sa tête, dans son corps, dans ses hormones... et surtout à prendre les bonnes décisions dans votre nouvelle vie quotidienne avec lui. L''extase domestique avec l''homme de votre vie est à portée de main. L''art oublié de sauver son ménage est ressuscité !

Presents each layer of the male body, from the dermal system to the skeletal system I and II, digestive system, urinary system, circulatory system, respiratory system, muscular system, and nervous system. As you turn each page, each layer of the 3-D model in the center lifts to reveal the organs in the next system. Combines humor with medical information. Topics covered: symptoms of melanoma, head massage, tendons and ligaments, body shapes, hair loss, how to slim a man down on the sly, hydration, urine trouble, calorie burning, how the heart beats, symptoms of a heart attack, collapsed lung, snoring, types of muscles and manly muscle movement, strength-training at home, the male brain, and baby making 101. Illustrations.