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Silly Sally's Summer Sale

Silly Sally sells books, this week there's a sale -
               New titles each Friday; I go without fail.
          This book took the do-it-yourselfers by storm:
               "How To File Your Own Taxes" by May Linda Form.

          If this one's available, I'm calling dibs:
               "Let's Cook in the Backyard " by Barbie Q. Dribs.
          If that one is sold out, this might fit the bill:
               "The Perfect Hamburger" by Patty O'Grill.

          If you don't have time for the whole book, just scan it:
               "Naming Your Newspaper" by Dale E. Planet.
          This one's selling out, be the first on your block:
               "You Must Bring My Daughter Home" by Ada Clock.

          One book I've been wanting I think really rocks:
               It's called "Spooner's Footwear". It's by Susan Shocks.
          You students may need this one for your next quiz:
               "It's All About Nature" by Ollie G. Whiz.

          And speaking of science, this one is debateable:
               "Decomposing Organisms" by O. deGradable.
          If you know a student, I'm sure they will love:
               "Better Test Taking" by Olive D. Above.

          At 70 cents, this old book is a cheapie:
               "Hypnosis Tricks" by U. R. Barry Sleepy.
          For those with a more Catholic upbringing:
               "Be On Time For Church" by Isabel Ringing.

          Need help thinking quicker? This one's on the button:
               "Reacting in Crises" by Olive O'Sudden.
          You could take this one on your longer vacations:
               "Destroyer Warfare" by Mandy Battlestations.

          To order this title, you may have to beg:
               "My Very Small Breakfast" by I. Ada Negg.
          I know of a fitness book you ought to buy:
               "I'm Living Forever" by Dawn Wanda Dye.

          This could be a best-seller, I have no doubt:
               "It's None of Your Business, You Twit!" by Bud Out.
          You may think these books are for real. If you do,
               there's a nice bridge in Brooklyn I'd like to sell you!

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Rercy Zola-Zaba July 23, 2020 at 3:17 AM I see you have a witty side John, a fun piece of work ,I enjoyed it very much. Regards. John Watt July 23, 2020 at 7:53 PM Thanks Rercy!

Michelle Faulkner July 13, 2020 at 8:13 PM How did I miss this? To explain - when I was in junior high (many moons ago!) I wrote a short story called 'Silly Sally' (it was about a puppy that got into a LOT of trouble) so this brings back fond memories - and your titles are so creative and fun - I don't think I could come up with any if I tried :) John Watt July 14, 2020 at 12:22 AM To be honest, I've been 'collecting' these book titles for many years; I keep them in a file. Some I thought up, some I heard, but I always write them down. Recently, the thought occurred to me that I should put them into a poem. Do you still have a copy of your story from Jr. High? John Watt July 13, 2020 at 8:18 PM I'll admit this brand of humor is an acquired taste, like cricket, or pork rinds. Glad you enjoyed it and found a common bond we share in Silly Sally writes! Thanks, My friend.

Caren Krutsinger July 10, 2020 at 4:07 PM This is a hoot! Your imagination is on fire! Just be careful to not take it too close to all of these perishable books! John Watt July 10, 2020 at 5:39 PM LOL! I'll try to remember to bring a fire extinguisher with me next time I visit a book store! Thanks for the fun, Caren.

Gershon Wolf July 9, 2020 at 10:43 PM This is a howl, John. How did you come up with all these names?!! Love it!! Thanks, gw. (Soup mail, please) John Watt July 10, 2020 at 1:19 AM Thanks for the comment (and soup mail), my friend!

Andrea Dietrich July 9, 2020 at 8:27 PM hahaha, great ending on this very clever poem, my friend. Is this one meant for Brian?? I see Jo said it best. You did a QUIRKY one! John Watt July 9, 2020 at 9:10 PM Yes, I submitted this one to Brian against my better judgment and he honored me with a 1st! I guess he was feeling in a quirky mood that day, haha! Glad you liked the ending, I tacked it on at the last minute.

Joanna Daniel July 9, 2020 at 5:09 AM What an extremely humorous and excellent write, John, loved all your quirky titles with their strange authors, very creative:) it must have been difficult to write.. John Watt July 9, 2020 at 12:08 PM I am grateful for your generous comment, Jo. Glad I could bring a smile. Take care, my friend ~ John

Gary Radice July 8, 2020 at 4:39 PM Very clever John adding a spoonerism in there as well. Loved it :) Hopefully this poem will find it's way into The Magnificent Poetry Book by Wanda Full. :) John Watt July 8, 2020 at 5:27 PM Ha ha! Loved your comment and glad you spot my coonerism, oops, I mean "caught my spoonerism"! Does Wanda Full collaborate with Marv O'Liss? Thanks, Gary ~ John

Ilene Bauer July 8, 2020 at 2:48 PM john - i hope you had as much fun writing this as i had reading it (and i'm sure you did!). you have outdone yourself in this poem - absolutely delightful! John Watt July 9, 2020 at 9:46 AM I had a blast writing this, ilene. I imagine you having some fun writing your daily treasures as well! Thanks for the lovely visit, my friend ~ John

Sam Kauffman July 8, 2020 at 12:13 PM Picking daisies in the outfield, I see. So fun! A fav for me. Congratulations on your first place! Seems like this must have been written by Mid. E. Knight. Thanks for the smiles and giggles my friend! Like Paula, I love books especially those written P.O. Ems! John Watt July 8, 2020 at 1:07 PM Smiles upon smiles, my friend. I left one out because the rhythm wasn't quite right, but I thought you might like it: "The First Christmas" by Harold Angels and Mary Rhoda Nass. Thanks for the read and fun comment. I had a feeling you would be a book lover. ~ John

Paula Goldsmith July 8, 2020 at 10:22 AM Congratulations on your win. So cute and fun. I love old books and old book stores. A wonderful picture to go with your wonderful write. Enjoy your win and day......... John Watt July 8, 2020 at 11:37 AM Thank you for the read and lovely thoughts, Paula. I'm afraid my bookshelves have become so full I've had to stop buying old books unless I unload some, which is so hard to do! Take care ~ John

Kenneth Cheney July 8, 2020 at 8:12 AM Extremely creative and quite humorous. John this an interesting and clever piece. Really enjoyed it. John Watt July 8, 2020 at 11:35 AM Glad you enjoyed it, Kenneth. Appreciate you stopping by ~ John

Brenda Chiri July 8, 2020 at 7:52 AM John congrats on your top win!;) John Watt July 8, 2020 at 11:35 AM Thanks for the visit, Brenda. Congrats to you as well ~ John

John Gondolf July 8, 2020 at 7:27 AM This is so clever, John, I love it. A great fun way to start the day. Well done my friend. John John Watt July 8, 2020 at 11:34 AM Alway grateful for your kind words, fellow poet. Take care ~ John

Aditi Mishra July 8, 2020 at 6:55 AM Such a fun and witty journey through the book sale John! The referred titles are brilliant. Congratulations on your win my friend. Loved reading this humorous muse. Blessings :) John Watt July 8, 2020 at 11:34 AM Thanks for finding this witty, my friend! Blessings ~ John

Tom Cunningham July 8, 2020 at 3:42 AM Haha brilliant John, love the humour. Now about that bridge lol Good luck in the contest Tom John Watt July 8, 2020 at 11:33 AM Thanks, Tom. Buy now, there's only one left!