The Humorous World Of Author
Patrick F. McManus

NEW FOR JANUARY!
 

HAPPY NEW YEAR! It's hard to believe it's 2026, isn't it? Time flies, as they say,  so let's enjoy every minute of it! 

 

... MEANWHILE AT KELLY'S BAR & GRILL

Pull up a chair and grab yourself a cold one. I was just thinking of a story I wanted to tell you. What’s that you say? No, of course, I won’t exaggerate.

 

We were just talking about dogs.  Ever notice that all the dogs in Pat's stories were named Strange? Now he was a dog that left a lasting impression (see Pat's story, "Silent, but Deadly," in "Kerplunk!").

 

I'm a bit surprised that we never had a dog named Strange when I was growing up. We did have several dogs,  however, and they all had one thing in common... They were strange.

 

Get the full scoop in my latest story, "The Es-Scents of Dogs." 

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FROM THE McMANUS ARCHIVES

Pat's top recommendations for New Year’s resolutions:
 

• Get up every day.

• If you sleep until noon, the days are not nearly as long, so get up before noon.

• Be happy. 

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If, by chance, your New Year's resolution is to get your writing published, we've got you covered. Just read Pat's top tips and best advice for new writers and humorists and you'll be on your way!​

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And a bit of advice from Bun...

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Pick your battles carefully. Our cat Gus claims Pat’s bathroom as his own, and there is much yowling if Pat doesn’t hurry out of there when Gus wants in. Now Gus has laid claim to Pat’s chair. Pat is fighting back and says, “There is no way Gus is getting the TV remote too!." ​

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FROM WHATCHAGOT STEW

 

Lately, we've noticed a renewed interest in baking with sourdough. It seems all the kitchen stores are selling how-to books, special tools, and offering classes on all things sourdough. Luckily, our Aunt Patricia, aka "The Troll", has the lowdown on all things sourdough, including how to make your own starter! Of course, we also have her favorite recipes for sourdough French bread, white bread, and even sourdough pancakes!​​​