About
Barry Parham is a freelance web developer and the author of humor columns, essays and short stories. He is a music fanatic, a 1981 graduate of the University of Georgia, and a self-described eco-narcissist.
Barry is the author of the 2009 sleeper, "Why I Hate Straws," a 248-page collection of humor and satire, including the award-winning stories, "Going Green, Seeing Red" & "Driving Miss Conception."
In October 2010, Barry published "Sorry, We Can't Use Funny," another award-winning collection of general-topic satire and humor, and the more targeted "Blush: Politics and other unnatural acts."
A Penny for Your Thoughts
Description
<p>Have you ever loved, been loved, been confused about love, or suffered from loss of love? All these feelings have been captured and shared in the words of heartfelt poems, compiled over many years by a former teacher and award-winning author.</p><p>Sherrill S. Cannon now shares her thoughts in this book of feelings. "As a teacher, I used poetry to help counsel many troubled teens and friends, and have continued this pattern throughout the years."</p><p>There are three sections in her book: Heads, Spinning, and Tails ... (Love & Loss: Coin Toss?). The variety of lyrical poetry forms include free verse, blank verse, haiku, and sonnets. Some poems are simply plays on words.</p><p><strong>A Sign</strong></p><p>In the depths of my winter</p><p>I heard a small bird -</p><p>Braving the cold,</p><p>Bringing the word.</p><p>He gave my heart hope</p><p>As I heard him sing -</p><p>Three little notes</p><p>Promising spring.</p><p>Sherrill S. Cannon, a former teacher and grandmother of 10, is the author of nine acclaimed rhymed children's stories that have received 48 national and international book awards between 2011 and 2017. Also a playwright with seven published plays for elementary school children, her works have been performed internationally in over 20 countries. Most of her children's books try to teach something, such as good manners and caring for others. Married for 57 years, she and her spouse are now retired, live in Pennsylvania, and travel in their RV from coast to coast, spending time with their children and grandchildren.</p><p><strong>Publisher's website: </strong> http: //sbprabooks.com/SherrillSCannon</p><p> </p>
Story Behind The Book
Award-winning humorist Barry Parham relentlessly documents the humorous facets and foibles of our shared human condition, and has been sharing his irreverent observations for some time, through humor columns, essays and short stories.
Parham's first book, the 2009 sleeper, "Why I Hate Straws," has received numerous awards. "Why I Hate Straws" is an eclectic compilation of observations about life on Planet Earth.
His "what's wrong with this picture?" commentaries run the gamut of topics from family, to politics, to dating (or not dating) and even ferrets. From the frustrations of trying to save the planet, one light bulb at a time, to analyzing the inane concepts that define daily television advertising, these brisk, bite-sized stories will strike a chord with anyone who grew up in (or in spite of) American culture.
Reviews
Once you discover why funny man Barry Parham hates straws, you'll never
look at one the same way again. As you get caught up in his offbeat
world view you'll also never look at Alaska, Barbies, or Joe Biden the
same way either.
<br /><br />This book collects a myriad of Parham's weekly humor columns into a
physical tome that looks great on your bedside table. Just beware of the
sleep you may start losing if you choose to read passages prior to
bedtime. Also beware of your significant other, who may get annoyed with
your laughter while she tries to sleep.
<br /><br />Barry's columns touch on classic themes but remain relevant by
challenging current happenings in the worlds of pop culture and politics
with smart humor and clever wordplay. His delivery is so slick and his
punchlines so accessible that if this book doesn't make you laugh
hysterically then you should check your pulse immediately.
<br /><br />Parham has mastered the art of the humorous list and proves that he
really only needs one sentence to bring you to tears with laughter. If
this is only his debut book, then bachelor (or is it single guy?) Barry
Parham has one of the brightest futures in humor writing.
<br /><br />I highly recommend this book for people who enjoy a good laugh... and to sad clowns.
