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  • Daddy 3.0: A Comedy of Errors

    Rob Armstrong

    eBook (Gear Press, Aug. 2, 2016)
    2017 Independent Author Network Winner - Best Comedy / Satire NovelWhat a mess. This was not supposed to happen. This isn’t where Nick Owen thought he would be by this point in life. He used to be a busy web programmer. Now he spends most of his energy trying to stop his three-year-old twins from playing in a dirty sand pit. Nick thinks of himself as Daddy 3.0, a stay-at-home-dad—but he just wasn’t programmed for this.He must navigate a new world of jungle gyms and playdates while supporting his surgeon wife. He tries his best to be there for the twins, but he can’t stop making a mess of things. He’s just about nearing the end of his rope when the Swing Incident happens. The Swing Incident, spoken of in hushed tones around Nick’s New York City apartment building, has caused the resident queen bee, nicknamed “Supermom,” to declare him an enemy for life. No matter what Nick does to get back into Supermom’s good graces, he fails spectacularly.Now Nick’s going to have to learn to fight fire with fire and become the best superparent on the block. This hilarious new book by Rob Armstrong chronicles one man’s journey into the world of modern fatherhood—one botched haircut, playground fight, and dirty diaper at a time.Stay-at-home-dads have a new hero, of sorts. A Kindle Unlimited Comedy Amazon Reviews "This book is great I could not put it down.""You have to love a dad who is just doing his best to keep home and kids under control AND keep his wife happy.""This was incredibly enjoyable and made me feel a bond with the author. This is a simple, quick read, that is thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining.""You will laugh out loud, as you can absolutely picture the scenes. Anyone who has kids, whether a dad or mom, will relate with these experiences and thoroughly enjoy the ride.""This novel, rich with detail and wit, brings the characters to life. I feel like I know Nick Owen and his chaotic children. Armstrong brilliantly chronicles the evolution of a man and his relationships. A must read!" Other Reader Reviews“Hilarious daddy 3.0..story about a computer geek turned stay at home dad..the best part someone asks towards the end, my husband is the oldest version 1.0, where can I upgrade him cheap..wish the author would have given a link for the upgrade” – Mathangi Sri, India"It did not take me long to read this book simply because, once started, I didn't want to stop reading. The only thing slowing me down were the tears in my eyes from laughing so much. The situational comedy was absolutely hilarious. I kept thinking, "I'd love to see this movie." The quality of the writing added to the reading pleasure. If this is the first book, I look forward to his second, third and more.” - Chuck Hossack, PA Book CategoriesFamily LifeFiction - Comedy (Funny)Fiction - HumorFiction – SatireFiction – Family Life SatireFiction – Family Conflict HumorFiction - Comedy RomanceParentingParenting - Stay-at-Home DadsParenting – New York ParentsParenting TwinsParent and ChildrenAvailable on Kindle Unlimited – “Go get lost in a good book!” Related Searches:Funny books for parentsLighthearted booksFamily life todayFamily conflict humorFather’s Day giftsBad DadsFunny Characters Books
  • The Legion and the Lioness

    Robert D. Armstrong

    eBook (Robert D. Armstrong, Dec. 19, 2017)
    They said I would never finish flight school. Never rank at the top of my class. Never fly with the top aces. Never return from combat against the Kelton androids. Never survive emergency surgery. Here I am.The year is 2151, Earth is gone. A hellscape. I’ve been unfrozen after 72 years of cryosleep on a medical facility on Saturn’s moon, Titan. I have nothing, no home, no friends, no concept of this new world, these Titans.All that remains is the old conflict that has blackened my veins and memories of the ones I loved still fresh in my heart. Forgotten for decades.But it seems war hasn’t forgotten me, no, even in my slumber. My name is Captain Victoria Ann Belic, I was a wife and an ace fighter pilot, and have been revived for one reason—to die again.The Legion and the Lioness is the first installment of the four book series. Book 1 The Legion and the LionessBook 2 The Legend and the LionessBook 3 The Reclamation and the LionessBook 4 The Legacy of the LionessAll installments are full-length novels and available now.
  • First Course

    J.A. Armstrong

    eBook (J.A. Armstrong Books, Jan. 9, 2017)
    Devon Brine has just left a successful career as a chef in New York City to open a restaurant with her childhood best friend, Bruce (affectionately known as Solo). Carrie Maynard works across town, the managing partner in a design firm that she owns with her best friend, Darlene (Dar) Willis. When Dar decides to promise a last minute decadent affair to a potential client, Carrie lands in the new restaurant Devon owns. Immediately, the charming chef and the quirky businesswoman feel a strange connection. As their friendship progresses, they discover that they have a few quirky things in common—a love of Star Wars, a love of women, and best friends who constantly need them to come to the rescue. A story full of humorous banter, overcoming old fears, and finding love where you least expect to, First Course is the first installment in the newest romantic comedy series by best-selling author J.A. Armstrong.
  • Daddy 3.0: A Comedy of Errors

    Rob Armstrong

    Paperback (Gear Press, July 23, 2016)
    This isn’t where Nick Owen thought he would be by this point in life. He used to be a busy web programmer. Now he spends most of his energy trying to stop his three-year-old twins from playing in a dirty sand pit. Nick thinks of himself as Daddy 3.0, a stay-at-home-dad—but he just wasn’t programmed for this.He must navigate a new world of jungle gyms and playdates while supporting his surgeon wife. He tries his best to be there for the twins, but he can’t stop making a mess of things. He’s just about nearing the end of his rope when the Swing Incident happens. The Swing Incident, spoken of in hushed tones around Nick’s New York City apartment building, has caused the resident queen bee, nicknamed “Supermom,” to declare him an enemy for life. No matter what Nick does to get back into Supermom’s good graces, he fails spectacularly.Now Nick’s going to have to learn to fight fire with fire and become the best superparent on the block. This hilarious new book by Rob Armstrong chronicles one man’s journey into the world of modern fatherhood—one botched haircut, playground fight, and dirty diaper at a time.
  • The Garden Shed

    Ava Armstrong

    Paperback (Independently published, Sept. 11, 2017)
    Books 1, 2, and 3 have been combined for the perfect bedtime stories. Zoe is five years old and lives on a farm in a small New England town with her mommy and daddy. She spends time working in the garden with daddy growing vegetables and weeding. At the edge of the garden is a simple garden shed. One day Zoe finds some interesting items in the shed; signs of someone or something living there. Zoe meets a tiny garden gnome named Edmond living in the garden shed. This series is designed for children ages 4 through 6 -- not scary -- but filled with imagination. In Book 2, Zoe goes on an adventure with Edmond. In Book 3, Edmond gives Zoe a surprise! In these stories, Edmond talks with Zoe about life lessons and values. In turn, Zoe will teach Edmond a few things about the human world.
  • Drew and the Bub Daddy Showdown

    Robb Armstrong

    Paperback (Harpercollins Childrens Books, May 1, 1996)
    When his cast is removed from his arm, Drew discovers that he can draw and creates a comic strip that makes him the center of attention at his school, but some people are not happy with his success, and Drew must deal with these strange and new attitudes. Original.
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  • Drew and the Homeboy Question

    Robb Armstrong

    Paperback (Harpercollins Childrens Books, June 1, 1997)
    Drew wins a scholarship to Deerwood Hills, an exclusive, all-white school, and soon faces new challenges in dealing with his new environment as well as with his "homeboys" in his neighborhood. Simultaneous.
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  • Drew and the Homeboy Question

    Robb Armstrong

    Library Binding (HarperCollins, March 1, 1997)
    Drew wins a scholarship to Deerwood Hills, an exclusive, all-white school, and soon faces new challenges in dealing with his new environment as well as with his "homeboys" in his neighborhood.
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  • The Trials & Tribulations of Lily McBride

    Ava Armstrong

    eBook (Dark Horse Publishing, May 1, 2017)
    Lily McBride is a 6th-grader going into seventh. But during the summer, her dreams become an epicenter of paranormal intrigue. She lives in a small New England town, and at the age of 12 is beginning to enjoy some unsupervised freedom. Lily spends summer with her best friend, Bethany, the two are tighter than ticks. That’s what her father says. It just means they’re BFF’s. When Lily buys an antique toy from Attic Treasures, strange things begin to happen. She’s afraid to tell anyone about the frightening dreams she’s having because they might think something’s wrong with her – or worse, people could possibly laugh. Thus, she records the incidents in her journal. A fun read with an undercurrent of paranormal, mystery and time travel events, this book is suitable for pre-teen readers age 7 and above.
  • Drew and the Bub Daddy Showdown

    Robb Armstrong

    Library Binding (HarperCollins, May 1, 1996)
    After breaking his wrist in an attempt to copy his daredevil brother, seven-year-old Drew is suddenly able to draw cartoons like a professional artist
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  • The Garden Shed - Book One: Zoe meets a Garden Gnome!

    Ava Armstrong

    language (, Dec. 8, 2014)
    Zoe is five years old and lives on a farm in Yarmouth Maine with her mommy and daddy. She spends a great deal of time working in the garden with daddy growing vegetables. At the edge of the garden is a simple garden shed. One day Zoe finds some interesting items in the shed; signs of someone or something living there. Curious, Zoe does some exploring and discovers a tiny garden gnome named Edmond is living in the garden shed. This series is designed for children ages 4 through 6 and is the perfect length for a bedtime story. Zoe has just started pre-school and she will have discussions with Edmond about many things in life. Edmond will talk with Zoe about life lessons and values. In turn, Zoe will teach Edmond a few things about the human world.
  • Sounder by Armstrong,William H..

    Armstrong

    Paperback (Harper CoIin, Jan. 1, 1995)
    a landmark in children's literature. Traces the sorrow of a poor black child in the old south.