Nia Vardalos
1) Instant mom
Author
Language
English
Description
Actress Vardalos shares her story of adopting a preschooler, relating her parenting experiences while discussing innovative ways to conquer the challenges new moms face.
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Toula is a quiet, devoted daughter in a big, crazy Greek family. Working in her father's restaurant, she hides behind her family and keeps the world at a distance. One day at the restaurant she finds herself pouring coffee for a man who inspires her to change her life, and the way she sees the world ... forever.
Series
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Meet McKenna Brooks, a determined and confident young gymnast, in this all-new, modern-day adventure. McKenna is on track to make the regional competitive gymnastics team, but off track in school, where she's suddenly struggling to keep up. When her teacher suggests a tutor, she's embarrassed and desperate to keep it a secret from her friends. Then a bad fall at the gym sidetracks her from her favorite sport. Will she recover in time to make the team?...
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Formats
Description
Witness the legendary origin of renowned Justice League member Wonder Woman as she fights for good with her sword and magic lasso. Equally strong in body, heart, and will, she makes it her mission to help a troubled young girl enlisted by a deadly organization known as Villainy, Inc., whose criminal members have their sights set on invading Themyscira, Wonder Woman's paradise home. The battle will be epic because if there's one thing an Amazon knows,...
7) Larry Crowne
Language
English
Description
"When he suddenly finds himself without his long-standing blue-collar job, Larry Crowne (Hanks) enrolls at his local college to start over. There, he becomes part of an eclectic community of students and develops a crush on his teacher (Roberts). Now this simple guy will discover that when you think everything worth having has passed you by, you just might find your reason to live"--Container.
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Genevieve (Nia Vardalos) loves romance, flowers and Valentine's Day. Her one problem: she hates relationships. Having been hurt numerous times, Genevieve keeps herself happy by not letting any man in. Genevieve doesn't get dumped and never gets hurt, because she doesn't stick around long enough for things to get ugly. Then she meets Greg (John Corbett).
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
Georgia came to Greece to follow a man. Cast aside, she finds herself alone and adrift in this foreign land. Eventually, her passion for history leads her to a job as a tour guide. But Georgia is bored, and has lost her 'kefi' (Greek for mojo) to boot. When Poupi replaces her regular driver at the last minute, Georgia thinks that her luck has just hit rock bottom. Thankfully, Georgia's latest batch of tourists is a more lively bunch than she's anticipated,...
10) Connie and Carla
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
Connie and Carla are best friends who want to make a name for themselves in the musical theater. One night, Connie and Carla witness a low-level Mafiosi hit. The gals are seen by the shooters, and they hit the road in fear for their lives. Connie and Carla end up in Los Angeles, needing new identities. After watching a drag review, they decide to pose as drag queens. Their act is an immediate hit, and soon they're the toast of L.A.'s gay community....
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Overachiever Lauren is suddenly on her own after her boyfriend breaks up with her. Free-spirited Katie is about to lose a dream apartment unless she can find a roommate. After they move in, Lauren discovers that Katie is working as a phone-sex operator and decides to get in on it. As their partnership starts bringing in the money, their newfound friendship finds unexpected challenges that may leave them both hanging on the line.
12) My life in ruins
Language
English
Description
Georgia is a recently laid-off, though anything but laid-back, history professor turned travel guide to a motley crew of hilariously crass tourists. Georgia is fed up and ready to give up, until her new confidant Irv opens her eyes and heart to a simple fact: There's no finer way for a woman to find her kefi (a.k.a. mojo) than to lose herself in the arms of the 'Greek god" who's been hiding right under her nose.
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
President Richard Graves, a former two-term POTUS, embarks on a Don Quixote-like quest to right the wrongs of his administration and reclaim his legacy 25 years after leaving the White House. With topics ranging from immigration to gay rights, foreign policy to public funding for arts and sciences, Graves holds nothing sacred as he unspools some of his administration's proudest victories.
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
A collection of wedding-related comedies, all gathered in one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night.
27 dresses: Jane is a romantic, completely selfless woman who has been a bridesmaid in no fewer than 27 weddings. Her younger sister, Tess, captures the heart of Jane's boss, on whom Jane has a secret crush, inspiring her to change her "always a bridesmaid" destiny.
Bridesmaids: Annie's life is a mess. But when she finds out her lifetime best...
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Genevieve Gernier owns a flower shop in Manhattan. She has a personal, strict philosophy on dating. Her rule: no more than five dates with a man to ensure that she will never get dumped or hurt. When Greg Gatlin buys a restaurant nearby her shop, they decide to date. However, after five dates, Genevieve is not happy with her rule and does not know how to meet Greg again. The rule that she swore to never break, could end up breaking her heart.
Language
English
Formats
Description
Parenting and marriage is becoming tougher and tougher for Toula (Nia Vardalos) and her husband Ian. Not only has their relationship lost some of its spark, but they're also dealing with a rebellious teenage daughter who clashes with Greek traditions. On top of that, Toula must contend with aging parents and the endless needs of cousins and friends. When a shocking family secret comes to light, the entire Portokalos clan makes plans to come together...
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
When a young Greek-American woman falls in love with a non-Greek man she must learn to come to terms with her heritage while attempting to get her family to accept her fiancé; while Toula and Ian struggle to deal with their seventeen-year-old daughter, they uncover a secret that leads to another family wedding; join the Portokalos family as they travel to a family reunion in Greece for a heartwarming and hilarious trip full of love, twists and turns....
19) Larry Crowne
Language
English
Formats
Description
When he suddenly finds himself without his long-standing blue-collar job, Larry Crowne enrolls at his local college to start over. There, he becomes part of an eclectic community of students and develops a crush on his teacher. Now this simple guy will discover that when you think everything worth having has passed you by, you just might find your reason to live.
20) Larry Crowne
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
."When he suddenly finds himself without his long-standing blue-collar job, Larry Crowne enrolls at his local college.. -- pub.