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Alphamaniacs: Builders of 26 Wonders of the WordAre you a word person? A curiosity seeker? An explorer? Take a look at these twenty six extraordinary individuals for whom love of language is an extreme sport. Step right up and read the genuine stories of writers so intoxicated by the shapes and sound of language that they collected, dissected, and constructed verbal wonders of the most extraordinary kind. Jean Dominique Bauby wrote his memoirs by blinking his left eyelid, unable to move the rest of
Are you a word person? A curiosity seeker? An explorer? Take a look at these twenty-six extraordinary individuals for whom love of language is an extreme sport. Step right up and read the genuine stories of writers so intoxicated by the shapes and sound of language that they collected, dissected, and constructed verbal wonders of the most extraordinary kind. Jean-Dominique Bauby wrote his memoirs by blinking his left eyelid, unable to move the rest of his body. Frederic Cassidy was obsessed with the language of place, and after posing hundreds of questions to folks all over the United States, amassed (among other things) 176 words for dust bunnies. Georges Perec wrote a novel without using the letter e (so well that at least one reviewer didn't notice its absence), then followed with a novella in which e was the only vowel. A love letter to all those who love words, language, writing, writers, and stories, Alphamaniacs is a stunningly illustrated collection of mini-biographies about the most daring and peculiar of writers and their audacious, courageous, temerarious way with words.Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Candlewick Studio
Published: 04/14/2020
ISBN: 9780763690663
Pages: 160
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 9.10h x 7.20w x 0.80d
Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 01/27/2020
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2020 pg. 107
Booklist 03/01/2020 pg. 36
School Library Journal 04/01/2020 pg. 157
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 04/01/2020 - Book Of Special Distinction
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★★★★★ 5
All squeaker ball companies need to start doing this!!!!
Color: Orange - Pink, Size: 2.5"(Medium)-4 Pack
So first thing I want to say is that the manufacturer of these balls has thought of something that I am honestly shocked nobody has yet thought to do. They put the squeaker reed UNDER the fuzzy shell. GENIUS! I mean really, why aren't all squeaker ball companies doing this?!?! No wondering when it will finally pop out (or in) and it definitely prolongs the life of the squeaker significantly. My staffordshire/pit bull mix adores her squeakers, that said, they never last long especially when they are in a ball (her absolute fav toy on earth) The squeaker being protected alone warrants a 5 star review because it is simply genius.
The fuzzy shell has yet to deteriorate and we have had these balls now almost 3 months so they have already outlasted other brands too. Now as for the sound itself, it is definitely different from a typical squeaker, not necessarily a bad thing. It is a "mild" squeak, not obnoxious a bit high pitched. Sounds more like a baby toy squeaker than a dog toy squeaker though....I'm not quite sure how I feel about the squeak. My dog has a preference for squeaker sounds. She prefers the little squeaker sound over the deeper louder sound from the bigger squeakers, these are closer to the sound she prefers but she doesn't LOVE it like I had hoped.
The only other thing is that the ball itself feels as though it was blown up and plugged tight. Meaning (and believe me when I tell you my dog has a strong jaw) it is harder than most to make these balls squeak because you can't squeeze all the way down on the ball. It takes me two hands to make them squeak so my dog has a tough time squeaking them. She continually tries though so they are keeping her occupied. Overall I do recommend these balls because they are far safer than most eliminating the concern for your dog accidentally eating the squeaker and the longevity of their potential life. Try em, they are rugged enough for heavy chewers alike!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2025
★★★★★ 4
Tough enough to take rough play.
Color: Multicolor A, Size: 2.0"(Small)-6 Pack
They are smaller than I thought. That’s on me because I didn’t see the size. My dog loves them anyway and they are sturdy
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Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Lucy The Dog Approved!
It's really not for me to say, with exception of the orange-blue color, which is ideal for still life. But the best part is how unglued the Lucy Dog gets at the sound of the squeaky toy knowing the hall leading to my apartment is instantly converted into a Dog Run. And she gets equally excited at the sight of any grassy area when on bike rides. So a feature that is truly the dog's bollocks is it's the perfect size for both Lucy's petite mouth and the all important emergency spare that fits securely under my bike saddle. In short, sublime perfection in Lucy The Dog's expert opinion.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Great fetch toy
Color: Multicolor B, Size: 2.5"(Medium)-6 Pack
My German Shepherd LOVES these. The size, squeak, & quality is the Perfect fetch ball. I use a blue ball throwing launcher and they work Great together. Will be buying more of these
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Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2026
★★★★★ 5
If you have dogs that like to play fetch, these are a must have!
Color: Orange - Pink, Size: 2.0"(Small)-4 Pack
My pups love these sp much, they won't play with any balls other than these. Not sure if it's the small size, or the fact that they squeek, but they def were a hit.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2026
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