Penny Lane is a song by The Beatles, credited Lennon/McCartney. The song's title is derived from the name of a street in the band's hometown, Liverpool. The area that surrounds its junction with Smithdown Road is also commonly called Penny Lane. Locally the term Penny Lane was the name given to Allerton Road and Smithdown Road and its busy shopping area.
Thurber Prize for American Humor. The Thurber Prize for American Humor, named after American humorist James Thurber, recognizes outstanding contributions in humor writing. The prize is given out by the Thurber House. It was first awarded irregularly, but since 2004 has been bestowed annually. In 2015, the finalists were for the first time, all women.
Back. 1  We Found a Hat. Jon Klassen. 2  I Want My Hat Back. Jon Klassen. 3  Sam and Dave Dig a Hole (Irma S and James H Black Award for Excellence in Children's Literature (Awards)) Mac Barnett. 4.5 out of 5 stars 166. 4  Triangle. Mac Barnett. 5  They All Saw a Cat. Brendan Wenzel. 6  Extra Yarn. Mac Barnett.