Quiet Please! and Other Humorous Tales

Blending gentle humour with a warm and playful sense of the absurd, Quiet Please! and other Humorous Tales by Denise Dumont is perfect for anyone who enjoys a good laugh, a surprising turn of events, or a heart-warming story with a twist. Inside this collection, you'll meet a puppy rescued by a lawnmower, a blackbird who becomes part of the family, and a woman driven to desperate measures by her husband's DIY obsession. You'll find maddening software updates, a Christmas Eve baby born in the back of a car, and a middle-aged man who becomes unexpectedly famous after a run-in with a wasp. From an office worker who thinks she is a government assassin to a wizard who can't quite master his craft, the stories roam through magical mishaps, romantic misadventures, and moments of pure chaos. There's time travel, a haunted house with a pong, and even an enchanted mirror with a mind of its own. These twenty light-hearted tales are brimming with comedy, curiosity, and charm. Whether you're in the mood for a bit of nonsense, a happy ending, or simply a smile, this collection is the perfect companion for a relaxed and entertaining read.About the AuthorDenise Dumont spent much of her working life surrounded by numbers, with a degree in Mathematics and postgraduate qualifications in Statistics and Economics. She was a university lecturer for many years but only discovered the joys of creative writing after retiring. Now, instead of carrying out statistical analyses, she writes stories filled with laughter, surprises and the occasional talking mirror. Her light-hearted tales draw inspiration from everyday absurdities, unlikely events and the sheer pleasure of storytelling. Quiet Please! and other Humorous Tales is her first collection of fiction.

Pagina's: 137, Paperback, New Generation Publishing