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The Grumpy Old Man does not like cruises. He does not like crowds, schedules, loud announcements, moving furniture, or people who are having fun too early in the day. He prefers solid ground, quiet corners, and knowing exactly where he is standing at all times. Unfortunately, he is now on a cruise ship. From overpacked decks and endless lines to surprise photographs and beds that move without permission, the Grumpy Old Man faces a floating world that refuses to behave properly. Meals take too long, the internet takes forever, and the sun will not leave him alone.

The Grumpy Old Man is a warm, funny, and relatable storybook about an old man who has an opinion about everything—and none of them are particularly cheerful. From noisy mornings and grocery stores gone wrong to technology, traffic, holidays, and everyday modern life, he faces each day with a sharp eye, dry humor, and perfectly timed complaints.

The wild isn’t always deep in the mountains. Sometimes—it’s standing right outside your door. In The Coyote at the Door, real people share their terrifying, unforgettable encounters with one of North America’s most adaptable predators. Set in quiet suburbs, rural backyards, neighborhood parks, and wooded walking trails, these are true stories of sudden wildlife attacks that shattered the illusion of safety and brought the wilderness crashing into everyday life.