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The Sense Of Humor: Let Humor Fast Track You to Healthier, Happier Living Paperback – March 10, 2016

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During these uncertain times, what people need most is a good laugh. Imagine what would happen if you understood there is an untapped force, contained within you, that has the power to totally change your life. And what if you discovered all you had to do in order to unlock this secret is simply to start using it? So it is with humor. The Sense of Humor is designed to demonstrate the sense that humor can make in the life of anyone who is willing to use it. Humor will deliver direct health benefits to the user. Outside of this primary benefit, humor will touch the lives of everyone around the user in positive ways for relationships, families, education, at work, in ministries, and so much more. The Sense of Humor cuts across social, economic, ethnic, and educational barriers. Music had been said to be a universal language. So, too, is laughter

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Max Elliot Anderson has spent most of his life in the production of documentary and dramatic films, client videos, and television commercials. Most of his previous writing includes adventures and mysteries that bring the same visual excitement, and heart-pounding action from those productions into his many books for middle grade readers 8 and up. While producing video programs and commercials for clients, he observed the important role humor played in many different situations. The Sense of Humor is a culmination of those experiences and observations, and is intended to help people understand the power a positive sense of humor offers. Mr. Anderson is listed in Who's Who in America and his productions have won multiple Telly Awards, He and his wife Claudia have two children and four grandchildren.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elk Lake Publishing (March 10, 2016)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 332 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1942513976
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1942513971
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.7 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.75 x 9 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #2,040,997 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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A number of action-adventure & mystery books for middle grade readers are published, several more are contracted and will be published soon!

There are two, 6 book series - The Sam Cooper Adventure Series and The Accidental Adventure Series. All other middle grade books are standalone titles.

Over 30 short stories are written for younger readers and these are under development.

"Max Elliot Anderson brings a lifetime of dramatic film and video production to the pages of his action adventures and mysteries." Jerry B. Jenkins, Author

"Max's Adventures are like good, family movies . . . "

Bill Myers - Author

Max Elliot Anderson grew up as a struggling, reluctant reader. After surveying the market, he sensed the need for action-adventures and mysteries for readers 8 and up, especially boys.

Mr. Anderson was a producer of the nationally televised PBS special, Gospel at the Symphony that was nominated for an Emmy, and won a Grammy for the double album soundtrack. He won a best cinematographer award for the film, Pilgrim's Progress, which was the first feature film in which Liam Neeson had a staring role. He has produced, directed, or shot over 500 national television commercials for True Value Hardware Stores. Mr. Anderson owns The Market Place, a client-based video production company for medical and industrial clients. His productions have taken him all over the world including India, New Guinea, Europe, Canada, and across the United States.

Using his extensive experience in the production of motion pictures, videos, and television commercials, Mr. Anderson brings the same visual excitement and heart-pounding action to his stories. Each book has completely different characters, setting, and plot.

Several books are published, with an additional twenty-eight manuscripts completed. Young readers have reported that reading one of Mr. Anderson's books is like being in an exciting or scary movie.

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In addition, I have a book for adults, The Sense of Humor. Here's a review from Midwest Review and a link for more information about this humorous, uplifting, positive book.

Midwest Book Review: Exceptionally well written, organized and presented, ""The Sense Of Humor: Let Humor Fast Track You to Healthier, Happier Living" is one of those life-changing reads that will linger in the mind and memory long after the book itself has been finished and set back upon the shelf. Thoroughly 'reader friendly' in tone, content and commentary, "The Sense Of Humor" is very highly recommended for community library Self-Help/Self-Improvement collections. For personal reading lists it should be noted that "The Sense Of Humor” http://yourhumorsense.blogspot.com

Excellent in-depth review of "Tracy's Choices" at Christian Indie Book Reviews https://christianindiebookreviews.blogspot.com/2021/02/review-tracys-choices-by-max-elliot.html

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Middle Grade Books Blog: http://middlegradeadventureandmystery.blogspot.com

"The Sense Of Humor” http://yourhumorsense.blogspot.com

Excellent in-depth review of "Tracy's Choices" at Christian Indie Book Reviews https://christianindiebookreviews.blogspot.com/2021/02/review-tracys-choices-by-max-elliot.html

Over 60 pages of reviews http://maxbookreviews.blogspot.com/

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Mr. Anderson is listed in WHO'S WHO in Finance and Industry, Entertainment, Advertising, The Midwest, Emerging Leaders in America, The World, and WHO'S WHO In America (1999 - present)

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Deana

Great Uplifting Book

Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2016

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We live in a world where everyday we hear about shootings, terrorist attacks and other emotionally charged events. When was the last time you laughed so hard your face hurt? It has been awhile for me and with all the tragedies going on around us, I find myself not laughing or being cheerful at all. The trials of the world can easily distract us and keep us in a depression.

I enjoyed the various studies the author did on laughter. I found it interesting when he talked about his friend who was a dentist. He uses humor in his practice to make the person feel more at ease and to help the appointment go smoothly. What if we adopted that concept in our everyday lives? Some of us have life threatening illnesses and with a bit of humor it could help with the stress we are under. Some people use humor when they are nervous, or in a stressful situation. No matter when you use humor, it always makes others feel better . There are some funny moments in the book as he tells stories that relate to everyday life. I think it is important to be able to laugh at ourselves when we do silly things. The book is a great tool for bringing joy back into our lives . Thank you writing a book that shows us through humor , our situations can be bearable and " laughter really is the best medicine. "

"Humor has been said to be the most underrated elixir for good health. " Humor relieves tension and reduces anger and aggression. "

I received a copy of this book from The BookClub Network for an honest review."

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Joan N.

Understanding humor and a ton of jokes

Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2016

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While this book contains hundreds of jokes and funny stories, it is also a book about understanding humor and what it means to have a sense of humor. Anderson relates the benefits of humor, such as aiding in the healing process. It can help with stress and depression too.

Anderson says reading this book and putting into practice the principles it contains will help your communication skills, help you develop a positive attitude, and be a better friend and work associate. Life will be more enjoyable in your circle of influence.

He takes about the first third of the book to discuss humor. He writes about doctors and dentists using humor, its role in the family, what's appropriate humor, the styles of humor, the use of humor in education, at the workplace, as a tool of management, in relationships, and in ministry. He has a chapter about humor in translation and how sometimes a joke will not work in another language or culture. He includes a section on how humor can hurt others (such as sarcasm).

I learned some interesting concepts about humor. It involves the whole brain, integrating and balancing activity in both hemispheres. Even though pastors love to use jokes, “Interestingly, there are no jokes in the Bible.”

The last two thirds of the book contains jokes. Lots of jokes. Some made me groan while others had me laughing until the tears ran. Anyone who wants a good source of jokes will find plenty of material in this book.

While I was tempted to skip right to the collection of jokes, I'm glad I read the material about humor. It's a good idea to know how and why humor works as it does before rolling out the jokes. It will help me make good use of the jokes found in the rest of the book.

Food for thought: “Laughter is one of the most powerful tools we have for coping with the serious issues in our lives.”

I received a complimentary digital copy of this book through The Book Club Network for the purpose of an independent and honest review.

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B. Gill

Tickle Your Funny Bone

Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2016

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If you've never thought or read about humor and laughter being good for the body and soul, then this book is for you. In the first part of the book, the author tells of his research into the subject. Each beginning chapter deals with humor in different places and situations, i.e., medical, workplace, etc. In most of the chapters, I felt the author diverting from the subject at hand and just going on about humor. I found this part of the book tedious to get through. I did appreciate the section where the author instructs the reader on how to tell a joke and the importance of telling it correctly. While the material was interesting, I have heard a lot of it before. The second part of the book is jokes. Some of them I had heard before and many of them brought a smile to my face. I realized, through the author's instruction, that I can slightly modify some of the jokes to make them more personal, which in turn will make the recipient of the joke "get it" even more.

I received an ebook from The Book Club Network and the author for an honest review

Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2019

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the jokes aren't at all funny there is some jokes that can be funny but only a few in the whole book I listen to all the reviews and I thought this was gonna be hilarious but it's not....... don't waste your time I'm telling the truth DO NOT BUY

Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2016

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Excellent read to brighten even the gloomiest of days!

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