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The Wonderful World of Ladybird Books for Grown-Ups

These delightful books are the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. The subject of the books will greatly appeal to grown-ups. 
 
The eight books in the series feature original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. The other books in the series are: 
 
- The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness 
 
- The Ladybird Book of Sheds 
 
- The Ladybird Book of The Hipster 
 
- The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis 
 
- The Ladybird Book of the Hangover 
 
- The Ladybird Book of Dating 
 
- How it Works: The Husband 
 
- How it Works: The Wife

'After the success of their ingenious idea of matching pictures from Ladybird's archive with prose that mocks the mores of modern life, they are bowing out with a bang with this compendium' - Sunday Telegraph 
 
From the people who gave you classics such as The Ladybird Book of The Hangover and The Ladybird Book of The Mid-Life Crisis, they bring you this collection of what could have been. Imagine a world where there aren't just the thirty-two Ladybird Books for Grown-Ups you've seen in your local bookshop or downstairs toilet but hundreds and hundreds more . . . 
 
In this coffee-table book you don't have to, with never before seen covers, excerpts and paraphernalia from the archives, colourfully presented and helpfully divided into the following chapters: 
 
- Fun &amp; Games 
- Adventure 
- The World Around Us 
- At Work 
- At Home 
- Coping 
- Not Coping 
- Giving Up 
 
'I do not hasten to say that these books are the new Da Vinci Code.' Aisling Bea 
 
'These books are small masterpieces. They make me glad I learned to read.' David Quantick 
 
'HILARIOUS. Beserkly brilliant.' Mel Giedroyc

After the success of their ingenious idea of matching pictures from Ladybird's archive with prose that mocks the mores of modern life, they are bowing out with a bang with this compendium

A new compendium collects together in brief humorous guides to adult life, covering everything from coping with high cholesterol to understanding teenagers, and our favourite, getting on the housing ladder

Jason Hazeley &amp; Joel Morris are the award-winning authors of the bestselling Ladybird Books For Grown-Ups series. 
 
 They write for Charlie Brooker's BAFTA award-winning Wipe shows, and co-wrote Cunk on Shakespeare, Cunk on Christmas and Cunk on Britain. They have also written for the award-winning Murder in Successville, the award-winning Miranda, the award-winning Mitchell &amp; Webb, the award-winning Armstrong &amp; Miller and a long list of shows and people both award-winning and so-far-award-avoiding. 
 
 They created and wrote the critically lauded but as yet un-awarded Ångström for BBC Radio 4, and helped write both the award-winning Paddington movies. They are co-creators of spoof local newspaper The Framley Examiner (awards pending) and the bestselling but still-waiting-to-be-award-winning offbeat travel guides Bollocks to Alton Towers and Far from the Sodding Crowd. 
 
 They present the podcast Rule of Three (Guardian Guide Best 50 Podcasts 2018 - is that an award?) and divide their time between their office, where they keep their awards, and an award-winning pub.

Can you imagine a world where there aren't just the thirty-two Ladybird Books for Grown-Ups you've seen in your local bookshop or downstairs toilet but hundreds and hundreds more? 
 
If you can't, then this book is here to imagine it for you. 
 
Here is an enormous collection of helpful guides to everything from worryingly high cholesterol to worryingly high mortgages - from teenagers you can't understand to prizewinning novels you can't understand - all presented simply and colourfully, in a way that even the most jaded, exhausted, baffled grown-up can enjoy. 
 
'This is such a good idea I'm currently experiencing all the physical sensations of anger because I didn't think of it, whereas Jason and Joel did, the shits.' Charlie Brooker 
 
'I do not hasten to say that these books are the new Da Vinci Code.' Aisling Bea 
 
'These books are small masterpieces. They make me glad I learned to read.' David Quantick 
 
'HILARIOUS. Beserkly brilliant.' Mel Giedroyc

The Story of Brexit

As Brexit reaches its final stretch, find a way to laugh through the pain and or celebrate the end with Ladybird's hilarious and essential guide, The Story of Brexit. 
 
'Hilarious' STYLIST 
________ 
 
'"Leaving was the will of the people" sighs Angelica's father. He voted to leave. 
 
Angelica voted to remain, but she feels the same way. "It is the will of the people," she sighs. 
 
They stare at the ducks. They like the ducks. Ducks are better than people.' 
________ 
 
'Brexit gave us lots of exciting new words, like brextremist, remoaner, bremoaner, remaybe, breprehensible, remaintenance, brexorcist, remaidstone, brex-girlfriend, remange, brextortion, remayhem and bregret. 
 
The new words make it harder for foreigners to understand what we are saying. 
 
In a tough, new international business world, small advantages such as this can be crucial.' 
________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'The latest offering in the hilarious Ladybird for Grown Ups series is a funny mickey-take of the Brexit debate (and boy, do we need some fun)' Sunday Post

The latest offering in the hilarious Ladybird for Grown Ups series is a funny mickey-take of the Brexit debate (and, boy, do we need some fun)

Jason Hazeley &amp; Joel Morris are the award-winning authors of the bestselling Ladybird Books For Grown-Ups series. 
 
 They write for Charlie Brooker's BAFTA award-winning Wipe shows, and co-wrote Cunk on Shakespeare, Cunk on Christmas and Cunk on Britain. They have also written for the award-winning Murder in Successville, the award-winning Miranda, the award-winning Mitchell &amp; Webb, the award-winning Armstrong &amp; Miller and a long list of shows and people both award-winning and so-far-award-avoiding. 
 
 They created and wrote the critically lauded but as yet un-awarded Ångström for BBC Radio 4, and helped write both the award-winning Paddington movies. They are co-creators of spoof local newspaper The Framley Examiner (awards pending) and the bestselling but still-waiting-to-be-award-winning offbeat travel guides Bollocks to Alton Towers and Far from the Sodding Crowd. 
 
 They present the podcast Rule of Three (Guardian Guide Best 50 Podcasts 2018 - is that an award?) and divide their time between their office, where they keep their awards, and an award-winning pub. 
 
 This is their fortieth book.

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2018* 
 
The Story of Brexit - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

The Ladybird Book of The Big Night Out

THE PERFECT GIFT for the party animal . . . or at the very least, for that person you know who doesn't know when it's time to go home. 
 
Every so often, it is nice to have a big night out. 
 
It is important to let your hair down. 
 
And for a friend to hold it out of the way later while you are sick. 
 
_____________ 
 
 
Mandy has been looking forward to her big night out all week. 
 
She dances and drinks and laughs and sings. She feels like herself for the first time in days. 
 
Tomorrow every single thing she remembers doing will embarrass her to the point of physical agony. 
 
Mandy hates the real Mandy. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
 The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
The Ladybird Book of the Big Night Out - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

How it Works: The Baby (Ladybird for Grown-Ups)

THE PERFECT GIFT for those deluded fools who are expecting a little miracle . . . 
 
Allyce is taking Rainbeau to a local mother-and-baby group. It takes her forty five minutes to pack the bag with the change mat, nappies, wipes, nappy bags Sudocrem, milk, muslins, teething powders, rice cakes, bibs, Calpol, spare clothes, dummy, first aid kit, Mr Bun-Bun and hand gel. 
 
The playgroup is two minutes away. 
 
_____________ 
 
 
The hospital follows Jasmine's birth plan so she can have a drug-free delivery. 
 
'I am glad it was all natural,' shouts Jasmine over the hissing and beeping and clanking and the hum of the lights. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
How it Works: The Baby - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

The Ladybird Book of The Nerd

THE PERFECT GIFT for anyone who not only loves watching their favourite TV series over and over, but also enjoys reading online forums about their favourite TV series over and over. 
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'This is a nerd. 
 
He has a PhD and works in the biochemistry lab of a university hospital. 
 
But this is not what makes him a nerd. 
 
His catalogued and indexed collection of over 6,000 empty crisp packets does that.' 
__________________________________ 
 
'These nerds have paid money to see a film they think is terrible and have seen at least thirty times before. 
 
They are having the most fun they can possibly have.' 
__________________________________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
 The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
Other new titles for Autumn 2017: 
How it Works: The Brother 
How it Works: The Sister 
How it Works: The Baby 
The Ladybird Book of the Ex 
The Ladybird Book of the New You 
The Ladybird Book of Balls 
The Ladybird Book of the Big Night Out 
The Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night In 
People at Work: The Rock Star 
A Ladybird First Grown-Up Picture Book 
 
Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: 
How it Works: The Husband 
How it Works: The Wife 
How it Works: The Mum 
How it Works: The Dad 
The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis 
The Ladybird Book of the Hangover 
The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness 
The Ladybird Book of the Shed 
The Ladybird Book of Dating 
The Ladybird Book of the Hipster 
How it Works: The Student 
How it Works: The Cat 
How it Works: The Dog 
How it Works: The Grandparent 
The Ladybird Book of Red Tape 
The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door 
The Ladybird Book of the Sickie 
The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse 
The Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
The Ladybird Book of the Nerd - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

People at Work: The Rock Star

THE PERFECT GIFT for the music lover. 
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'This is the rock star. His name is Bob Dylan. 
 
Bob is rehearsing with his band. It takes a long time. 
 
First the band have to learn all of Bob's famous songs. 
 
Then Bob has to think of worse tunes he can sing over all of them.' 
 
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'Coldplay's singer Chris Martin has spent weeks working with an important stylist. They have come up with an exciting look for the band's new tour. 
 
'These great clothes make me look really interesting,' thinks Chris as he sits down at the piano to practise another slow, sad song that gets slightly louder at the end.' 
 
__________________________________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
 The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
 
Other new titles for Autumn 2017: 
How it Works: The Brother 
How it Works: The Sister 
How it Works: The Baby 
The Ladybird Book of the Ex 
The Ladybird Book of the Nerd 
The Ladybird Book of the New You 
The Ladybird Book of Balls 
The Ladybird Book of the Big Night Out 
The Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night In 
A Ladybird First Grown-Up Picture Book 
 
Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: 
How it Works: The Husband 
How it Works: The Wife 
How it Works: The Mum 
How it Works: The Dad 
The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis 
The Ladybird Book of the Hangover 
The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness 
The Ladybird Book of the Shed 
The Ladybird Book of Dating 
The Ladybird Book of the Hipster 
How it Works: The Student 
How it Works: The Cat 
How it Works: The Dog 
How it Works: The Grandparent 
The Ladybird Book of Red Tape 
The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door 
The Ladybird Book of the Sickie 
The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse 
The Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
People at Work: The Rock Star - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

The Ladybird Book of the Ex

The PERFECT GIFT for anyone who has ever broken up with someone or ever been broken up with, or is about to take a trip to Break-up City, population you. 
 
'Ah well,' thinks Martin. 'At least she left me a packet of cigarettes and a little bicycle made out of pipe cleaners.' 
 
_____________ 
 
Rocco paid a fortune for the website getdianeback.com but it failed to get Diane back. 
 
So Rocco built a new Diane in his shed. 
 
The Diane runs on a 1kW motor, can run most Android apps, and will probably not run off with Rocco's brother. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
 The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
The Ladybird Book of the Ex - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

The Ladybird Book of The Quiet Night In

Got some time on your hands? Then why not make yourself a cup of tea, grab a biscuit and settle down in your favourite armchair to read this unputdownable guide to The Quiet Night In . . . 
 
Marianne has been staying in a watching old episodes of Sex And The City for two weeks now. 
 
The women in the show remind Marianne of her and her friends. 
 
Except that the women in Sex And The City never stay in for two weeks watching old episodes of Sex And The City. 
__________ 
 
There is a pop disco at the community centre tonight, but the word 'community' brings Davey out in a cold sweat. 
 
Some people suffer from F.O.M.O., the fear of missing out. 
 
Davey is delighted that he has F.O.J.I., the fear of joining in. 
__________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
Explore other essential life companions in the Ladybird Books of The Shed, The Meeting, The New You, and more.

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
The Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night In - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

How it Works: The Brother

THE PERFECT STOCKING FILLER for anyone that has ever had a brother, is a brother or has ever thought about murdering one. 
 
Aisling has a butterfly book. 
 
Ryan has a book about fish. 
 
Ryan has decided this is not fair for a reason that will become no clearer over the next six days of his going on and on about it. 
 
_____________ 
 
Music-making is easy when you are brothers like these Everly Brothers. 
 
Phil knows what Don is thinking. 
Don knows what Phil is thinking. 
 
Don is thinking, 'I hate you'. 
Phil is also thinking, 'I hate you'. 
 
Two brothers in perfect harmony. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
 The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
How it Works: The Brother - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

How it Works: The Sister

The PERFECT STOCKING FILLER for anyone who has been having the same argument since 2001 or who no longer has ANY of their own clothes left, i.e. someone who is, or has ever been a sister. 
 
'This is a sister. 
 
Wherever you go, whatever you do, a sister will always be there. 
 
Which can get really annoying.' 
 
_____________ 
 
'Over the years, Gareth has bought his sister Kelly every possible birthday present he can find related to the film he remembers her enjoying in 1989. 
 
Kelly has had to come to terms with the idea that though they spent half their lives together, Gareth was not really paying attention for most of it.' 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
 The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
How it Works: The Sister - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

The perfect gift for fans of the World Cup

The Ladybird Book of Balls

THE PERFECT GIFT for those obsessed with the World Cup. 
__________________________________ 
 
'If Ben were only happy when his favourite team did well, he would not be happy very often. 
 
Instead Ben is happy whenever a team he hates does badly. 
 
There are lots and lots of those.' 
__________________________________ 
 
'BBC Radio 5 Live has cut away from coverage of the worst mainland terrorist atrocity in decades because there is an important update from the curling. 
 
Otherwise, regular listeners will complain.' 
__________________________________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
 The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
Other new titles for Autumn 2017: 
How it Works: The Brother 
How it Works: The Sister 
How it Works: The Baby 
The Ladybird Book of the Ex 
The Ladybird Book of the Nerd 
The Ladybird Book of the New You 
The Ladybird Book of the Big Night Out 
The Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night In 
People at Work: The Rock Star 
A Ladybird First Grown-Up Picture Book 
 
Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: 
How it Works: The Husband 
How it Works: The Wife 
How it Works: The Mum 
How it Works: The Dad 
The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis 
The Ladybird Book of the Hangover 
The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness 
The Ladybird Book of the Shed 
The Ladybird Book of Dating 
The Ladybird Book of the Hipster 
How it Works: The Student 
How it Works: The Cat 
How it Works: The Dog 
How it Works: The Grandparent 
The Ladybird Book of Red Tape 
The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door 
The Ladybird Book of the Sickie 
The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse 
The Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
The Ladybird Book of Balls - The subject of sport gets the Ladybird treatment from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

A Ladybird First Grown-Up Picture Book

THE PERFECT GIFT for all of the 'GROWN-UPS' still wondering what life is all about. 
 
Talking about the farmer's market: 
 
How much are these carrots? 
What, per kilogram? 
Each? Really? What does 'heritage' mean? 
Could I just have an onion, then, please? 
Oh. Do you take credit cards? 
 
_____________ 
 
Talking about running: 
 
Why am I running? Where am I going? 
Do I want a longer life if I have to spend so much of it running? 
Why aren't I at home? Am I running away from home? Am I scared of home? Why is my brain full of weird, horrible thoughts? Is it because running is so very, very boring? 
Why did I forget my headphones? 
 
 This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
 The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
A Ladybird First Grown-Up Picture Book - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

The Ladybird Book of The New You

The essential guide for those looking to reinvent themselves starting next week, next month or next year . . . 
 
Stella spent £190 on make-up designed to achieve that 'no make-up ' look. 
 
She had a promo code for the website, so has saved herself £10 on looking as though she has spent nothing. 
__________ 
 
Duncan has spent the last two years since separating from his ex-wife working out. 
 
He tweets a selfie from the gym every day, with a message like 'Swole AF #ripped'. 
 
He has nine Twitter followers. Even the corporate account for Holland and Barratt has unfollowed him. 
__________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
Explore other essential life companions in the Ladybird Books of The Red Tape, The Meeting, The Zombie Apocalypse, and more.

*A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES FOR AUTUMN 2017* 
 
The Ladybird Book of the New You - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

The Ladybird Book of The Do-Gooder

THE PERFECT GIFT for the Do-Gooder in your life. (Don't you just hate them?) 
_________________________________________________ 
 
The do-gooder does all sorts of crazy things. 
 
It can be something as easy as running a marathon, or as difficult as dressing up. 
 
To make this eccentric behaviour seem less like a cry for help or the beginnings of a substantial personal crisis, the do-gooder does it for charity. 
_________________________________________________ 
 
 Vernon has a job as a street fundraiser for the R.N.L.I. 
 
He wears a high-visibility jacket, a high visibility and high visibility trousers. 
 
Everybody on the street still pretends they cannot see him. 
_________________________________________________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
 The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist

This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

The Ladybird Book of Boxing Day

THE PERFECT GIFT for anyone who spends Christmas Day counting the minutes until the Boxing Day sales start. 
__________________________________ 
 
'There are two important days at Christmas. 
 
There is Christmas Day, when everyone is jolly and hungry and very pleased to see each other. 
 
And there is Boxing Day' 
__________________________________ 
 
'Jonathan and Oriane have gone for a Boxing Day walk with Transformers the dog. 
 
Walking is healthy. It will help them digest their dinner. 
 
And by the time they get home, Jonathan's father might have finished being racist and fallen asleep in his liquorice allsorts.' 
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This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
 The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
 
Other new titles for Autumn 2017: 
 How it Works: The Brother 
 How it Works: The Sister 
 The Ladybird Book of the Ex 
 The Ladybird Book of the Nerd 
 The Ladybird Book of the New You 
 The Ladybird Book of Balls 
 The Ladybird Book of the Big Night Out 
 The Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night In 
 People at Work: The Rock Star 
 
 Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: 
 How it Works: The Husband 
 How it Works: The Wife 
 How it Works: The Mum 
 How it Works: The Dad 
 The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis 
 The Ladybird Book of the Hangover 
 The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness 
 The Ladybird Book of the Shed 
 The Ladybird Book of Dating 
 The Ladybird Book of the Hipster 
 How it Works: The Student 
 How it Works: The Cat 
 How it Works: The Dog 
 How it Works: The Grandparent 
 The Ladybird Book of Red Tape 
 The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door 
 The Ladybird Book of the Sickie 
 The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse 
 The Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder

The Ladybird Book of the Meeting

Learn all about the different kinds of meetings - brainstorms, catch-ups, face-to-face, virtual, unattended - and how to avoid them completely . . . 
 
'People at work spend a lot of the day in meetings. 
 
Meetings are important because they give everyone a chance to talk about work. 
 
Which is easier than doing it.' 
__________ 
 
'Rudd attends meetings remotely from his home office. 
 
He has three telephones, two Swiss desk intercoms, a fax machine and a wall-mounted theremin. 
 
Sometimes nobody speaks to him for days.' 
__________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
Explore other essential life companions in the Ladybird Books of The People Next Door, The Sickie, The Zombie Apocalypse, and more.

The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse

Discover what the end of the world really looks like . . . 
 
'Lara has constructed her own home-made flame-thrower. 
 
The flame-thrower has turned the walking corpses into burning walking corpses. Now everything they touch catches fire. 
 
'This did not happen with the cricket bat,' thinks Lara' 
__________ 
 
'Some people say civilisation after a zombie apocalypse will go back to The Stone Age. 
 
Nobody tidies up or collects the bins. The electricity keeps going off. There are dead bodies piled up in the streets. 
 
It is actually more like the 1970s.' 
__________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
Explore other essential life companions in the Ladybird Books of Mindfulness, The New You, The Meeting, and more.

The Ladybird Book of the Sickie

The perfect companion for those extremely hardworking colleagues, who like to pull sickies . . . 
 
'Lawrence and Ben are enjoying a bout of imaginary food poisoning. 
 
Food poisoning is always good because it's over quickly and nobody likes to hear stories about toilets.' 
__________ 
 
'When Jesse gets home from a very big party, he phones his manager and leaves a message. Now he does not have to get up early to call in sick. 
 
'Calling the office at 3:07am is exactly what someone with a real cold would do,' Jesse thinks to himself as he falls asleep on his stairs with a kebab for a pillow.' 
__________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
Explore other essential life companions in the Ladybird Books of The Red Tape, The Meeting, The Zombie Apocalypse, and more.

The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door

Stuck at home? Annoyed by your neighbours? Then let this helpful guide tell you all about The People Next Door . . . 
 
'Logan is reporting his next-door neighbour to the police again. 
 
This time, it's for using a hairdryer before 8am. Last time, it was for trespass by blossom. 
 
'You again,' says the duty sergeant, and gets the forms. 
__________ 
 
'Rachel and Robert's neighbour Mrs Vavasour has complained to the council about their hedge, their cat and the colour of their front door. 
 
The morning after Rachel left her hair straighteners plugged in, Mrs Vavasour complains to the council that she was kept awake by a bright, flickering orange light and the sound of exploding wood.' 
__________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
Explore other essential life companions in the Ladybird Books of The Shed, The Zombie Apocalypse, The Meeting, and more.

The Ladybird Book of Red Tape

These days there are rules for everything and terrible consequences for disobeying them. Find out how easy it is tie yourself in knots with Red Tape . . . 
 
'Your call is important to us,' says the lady on the help-line. 
 
The call is important because it is currently making the company 48p per minute.' 
__________ 
 
'Sam has forgotten her password so she cannot access her e-mail account. 
 
She can reset her password using a memorable name, but she has forgotten her memorable name too, so the account locks. 
 
Sam automatically receives a link so she can reset her password. 
 
It is sent to her e-mail account.' 
__________ 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
'Hilarious' Stylist 
 
Explore other essential life companions in the Ladybird Books of The Sicke, The Meeting, The Zombie Apocalypse, and more.

Jason Hazeley

Joel Morris

Praise for The Story of Brexit

The latest offering in the hilarious Ladybird for Grown Ups series is a funny mickey-take of the Brexit debate (and boy, do we need some fun)

A Ladybird Book about Donald Trump: A charming introduction to the President of the United States, the important jobs he has to do, and the friends he's made all over the world. 
 
 
This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. 
 
The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 
 
 
Praise for The Story of Brexit 
One of the Best Comedy Books of 2018 - The List 
The latest offering in the hilarious Ladybird for Grown Ups series is a funny mickey-take of the Brexit debate (and boy, do we need some fun) - Sunday Post 
Hilarious - Stylist

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