A tribute to the late king of soul, Ray Charles, featuring performances by contemporary artists including Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Al Green and Mary J. Blige.

'Why write a second book, you ask? Because there are some words I didn't use in the first one,' Ellen quipped when asked about her new collection of essays. <> Sharply observant and brilliantly absurd, Ellen's unique voice and original perspective made her first book, My Point And I Do Have One, an instant, No.1 New York Times bestseller. Now she turns her attention once again to the written word, spinning simple observations into imaginative essays, mixing her trademark self-deprecating wit with a smart sophistication perfectly tailored for the page.

Here Ellen offers riffs on everything from why a prison stay might not be so bad to a eulogy for her coffee addiction; from her memories of a visit to God's house to how salespeople have figured out that saying 'It makes your ass look fabulous!' will get you to buy just about anything.

Whimsical, clever and always spot-on observant, The Funny Thing is... is a satisfying follow-up to Ellen's smash hit bestseller - a collection that perfectly captures the brilliance of this comic supernova.

b >With the winning, upbeat candor that has made her show on of the most popular and honored daytime shows on the air, beloved talk show host and comedian Ellen DeGeneres shares her views on life, love, and American Idol. I've experienced a whole lot the last few years and I have a lot to share. So I hope that you'll take a moment to sit back, relax and enjoy the words I've put together for you in this book. I think you'll find I've left no stone unturned, no door unopened, no window unbroken, no rug unvacuumed, no ivories untickled. What I'm saying is, let us begin, shall we? Seriously... I'm Kidding is a lively, hilarious, and often sweetly poignant look at the life of the much-loved entertainer as she opens up about her personal life, her talk show, and more. PRAISE FOR Seriously... I'm Kidding DeGeneres's amiably oddball riffs on everything from kale to catwalks to Jesus will make fans smile. -- People Whatever the topic, DeGeneres's compulsively readable style will appeal to fans old and new. - Publishers Weekly Fans will not be disappointed...[DeGeneres's] trademark wit and openness shine through and through. -- Kirkusspan

~b~>With the winning, upbeat candor that has made her show on of the most popular and honored daytime shows on the air, beloved talk show host and comedian Ellen DeGeneres shares her views on life, love, and American Idol."I've experienced a whole lot the last few years and I have a lot to share. So I hope that you'll take a moment to sit back, relax and enjoy the words I've put together for you in this book. I think you'll find I've left no stone unturned, no door unopened, no window unbroken, no rug unvacuumed, no ivories untickled. What I'm saying is, let us begin, shall we?"Seriously... I'm Kidding is a lively, hilarious, and often sweetly poignant look at the life of the much-loved entertainer as she opens up about her personal life, her talk show, and more. PRAISE FOR Seriously... I'm Kidding "DeGeneres's amiably oddball riffs on everything from kale to catwalks to Jesus will make fans smile." -- People "Whatever the topic, DeGeneres's compulsively readable style will appeal to fans old and new." - Publishers Weekly "Fans will not be disappointed...[DeGeneres's] trademark wit and openness shine through and through." -- Kirkusspan

Ellen DeGeneres has bought and renovated nearly a dozen homes over the last twenty-five years, and has launched a design show on HGTV: Ellen's Design Challenge. In Home, she will, for the first time, open up about her love of home design and style. DeGeneres believes, "You don't have to have money to have good taste," and she plans to share her secrets and design ideas, with advice on how to get high-end looks on a mid-level budget. DeGeneres, who describes her real-estate and renovating adventures over the last twenty-five years as "an education," has long been passionate about design. "I think I wanted to be an interior designer when I was thirteen," DeGeneres said. Full of hundreds of beautiful photographs of seven of her own homes, as well as places she visits for inspiration, this book will be a treasure trove of beautiful rooms and hundreds of ideas and tips on putting together the home you've always wanted.

Ellen DeGeneres has experienced a whole lot over the last few years and she have a lot to share with her hilarious views on life and everything else.

So sit back, relax and enjoy the words she's put together for you in this book. You'll find no stone unturned, no door unopened, no window unbroken, no rug unvacuumed, no ivories untickled.

So prepare to have your funny bone tickled beyond compare.

What makes you unique? Find out with Little Ellen, the creative and lovable star of Ellen DeGeneres' debut picture book, based on her new animated series! Hi! Little Ellen here-You know I love making people laugh, but did you also know that I am full of questions? SO many questions! And the one I am wondering most is, what makes me, well, me? Before she was an award-winning actor and talk show host, Ellen DeGeneres was a little girl in New Orleans. Get to know Little Ellen and the wonderful world she sees in this book of friendship and groovy moves, perfect for kids with big imaginations and even bigger hearts! This joyful picture book promotes empathy and social-emotional learning, with an inclusive voice that encourages kids to be themselves.