Mike Bender est un scénariste et co-créateur du populaire site Web AwkwardFamilyPhotos.com. Il a fondé le site avec son ami d'enfance Doug Chernack en mai 2009, après avoir découvert une photo de vacances embarrassante chez ses parents. La sensibilité comique de Bender et son approche axée sur la capture des moments singuliers et peu gracieux de la vie transparaissent dans son travail. Son écriture présente souvent un détachement ironique et un talent pour amuser le public avec des scénarios inattendus et humoristiques.
Exploring the theme of transformation, this innovative picture book illustrates how endings can lead to new beginnings. Through engaging visuals and storytelling, it conveys a positive message about change and growth, encouraging readers to embrace life's transitions with an open heart.
A solitary fart who takes himself too seriously sets out on a mission to change the fart as we know it, but learns to embrace his fartness and the fun and friendship that come with it. The book also includes over 150 hidden butts from legendary Highlights Hidden Pictures illustrator, Chuck Dillon.
The authors of the New York Times bestseller Awkward Family Photos are back with a hilarious tribute to the unbreakable and sometimes uncomfortable bond between people and their pets. There are few things more rewarding than having a pet. They love us unconditionally, shower us with attention, and because of them, we actually live longer. So, what can possibly be awkward about our animal BFFs? Well . . . nothing. In fact, we’re the awkward ones. We adore our pets, but let’s face it—sometimes L-O-V-E makes us go a little overboard. Like giving them middle names, throwing them elaborate birthday parties, and making them a Christmas sweater to match with the rest of the family. Truth is, what they cherish most is our companionship. And maybe that’s the reason we care about them so much—because for such simple pleasures, they allow us to be as awkward as we want.