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Reptilian Aliens a Book of Memes

November 1, 2024
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Reptilian Aliens a Book of Memes

If the cover is any indication, we’re on for subtlety and wit here.

 

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Cuyahoga River Anthology (with apologies to Edgar Lee Masters)

October 31, 2024
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Cuyahoga River Anthology (with apologies to Edgar Lee Masters)

I want an apology too.

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Spring Break with Melanie Nuntia

October 31, 2024
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Spring Break with Melanie Nuntia

“We could have gone to Fort Lauderdale, but nooo…”

 

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Oh Crap…I Think I Shat Myself

October 31, 2024
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Oh Crap…I Think I Shat Myself

“And then told the world about it.”

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Robots Bring What Change : To Society

October 30, 2024
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Robots Bring What Change : To Society

English how she: is spoke. (h/t PJ)

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Enigma Forced (Enigma Heirs)

October 30, 2024
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Enigma Forced (Enigma Heirs)

Definitely looks forced to me.

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Though the Heavens May Fall

October 30, 2024
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Though the Heavens May Fall

[insert “Goofie falling” scream here]

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The Life Journey of Homo Sapiens: A Guide to Our Physical, Mental, Social & Spiritual Growth

October 29, 2024
Nathan
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The Life Journey of Homo Sapiens: A Guide to Our Physical, Mental, Social & Spiritual Growth

I know this cover didn’t mean to make a case for voluntary extinction, but…

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