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If You Give a Lab a Lab

Barking Bad (A Breaking Bad Parody)
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If You Give a Lab a Lab by Sam Miserendino is the fifth instalment in the Addicted Animal series, a witty parody of the hit show Breaking Bad. The story follows a Labrador Retriever who transforms from a lovable family pet into a ruthless dog-treat kingpin after inventing a special blue biscuit that captivates the local dogs. This gripping tale explores themes of power, deception, and the consequences of going 'bad' in a delightfully humorous way.
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Ideal for readers who enjoy dark humour, parodies, and satirical takes on popular culture, especially fans of Breaking Bad and animal-themed comedy.

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The fifth installment of the Addicted Animal series— a parody of the hit show Breaking Bad. The crossover you didn't know you needed.

If You Give a Lab a Lab: Barking Bad is a gritty, yet adorable story about a Labrador Retriever who rises from lovable family pet to ruthless dog-treat kingpin after he creates a special blue biscuit that hooks the neighbourhood dogs.

A gripping tale of power, deception, and chew toys, this fifth book in the Addicted Animal Series takes an unflinching look at what happens when a "good boy" goes bad.

Series: Addicted Animals

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  • If You Give a Lab a Lab
    The fifth installment of the Addicted Animal series— a parody of the hit show Breaking Bad. The crossover you didn't know you needed. If You Give a Lab a Lab: Barking Bad is a gritty, yet adorable story about a Labrador Retriever who rises from lovable family pet to ruthless dog-treat kingpin after he creates a special blue biscuit that...
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"The creepy cuteness of Marmaduke and Family Circus is sure turned on its head here! Just add Animal Farm." – Jello Biafra

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781510772526

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 November 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Sky Pony Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Mike Odum

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 102g

Pages: 72

About the Author

Sam Miserendino is an attorney by day, author by night, and father 24/7. It was in this latter role that Sam was inspired to write about beer-drinking bunnies and bong-smoking bears. After reading books about carb-addicted moose, mice, and pigs to his son and daughter for the millionth time, Sam's thoughts drifted to other animals with other addictions. Sam lives in Buffalo, New York, with his wife, two children, two dogs, and two cats, none of whom, he is happy to report, are addicted to anything more serious than chew toys, catnip, and television.

Mike Odum is a former bartender so he has extensive experience with inebriated mammals. Mike's observation of bar fauna informed his skillful renderings in If You Give A Bunny A Beer and If You Give A Bear A Bong. When not drawing drunk bunnies and stoned bears, Mike develops games for ROOT 76-a game company he co-founded. Mike lives in Richmond, Virginia, with his wife and two-year-old daughter, who enjoys sneaking into his studio and adding her own touches to his work.

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