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The puppy who wanted a boy: A Christmas Holiday Book For Kids

By Jane Thayer. 2003

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
Holiday fiction, Family stories, General fiction, Animal storiesCustoms and cultures, Parenting, Animals and wildlife
Human-transcribed braille

Puppy Petey wants a boy for Christmas more than anything else in the world. Just when it looks as if…

no boys are to be found, he stumbles upon a special home. For preschool-grade 2. 1958

Just Grace and the super sleepover (Just Grace Ser.)

By Charise Mericle Harper. 2014

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
School stories, Friendship stories, Family stories, General fiction, Sports fiction, Holiday fiction, Alphabet, number and picture booksParenting, General non-fiction
Human-transcribed braille

Grace is excited to attend her classmate Grace F.'s sleepover birthday party. However, when she learns it will be a…

campout, her fears of the unknown begin to cause trouble. For grades 2-4. 2013

11 birthdays

By Wendy Mass. 2009

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
Friendship stories, Adventure stories, General fiction, Humourous fiction, Holiday fiction, Alphabet, number and picture booksCustoms and cultures, General non-fiction, Parenting
Human-transcribed braille

Born on the same day, Leo and Amanda have shared nine birthday parties. But on their tenth, Amanda's feelings are…

hurt and she doesn't speak to Leo for a year. When their separate eleventh birthdays keep repeating, Leo and Amanda need to reconcile to get unstuck. For grades 4-7. 2009

How to Party Like a Snail

By Naseem Hrab. 2022

Printbraille
Animal stories, Holiday fiction, General fiction, Friendship storiesSelf help, Animals and wildlife, Parenting
Human-transcribed braille
An introverted snail throws his own kind of party to celebrate all things quiet
Available copies:
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Sitting shiva

By Erin Silver. 2022

DAISY audio (CD), DAISY audio (Direct to player), DAISY audio (Zip)
Christian fiction, Family stories, Multi-cultural fiction, General fiction, Holiday fictionDeath and bereavement, Parenting
Human-narrated audio
"In this gorgeously illustrated, deeply moving picture book, a young girl learns about the practice of sitting shiva after her mother dies." -- Provided by publisher

If you'll be my Valentine

By Cynthia Rylant. 2005

DAISY audio (CD), DAISY audio (Direct to player), DAISY audio (Zip)
Family stories, Holiday fiction, General fiction, Friendship storiesHealth and medicine, Parenting, General non-fiction, Customs and cultures
Human-narrated audio

What kind of valentine would you send to a puppy or a kitten or your mother or big brother? Enjoy…

and be inspired by a young boy's special way of making cards that no loved one can resist! For preschool to grade 2

An Italian Summer: The most uplifting and heartwarming holiday read

By Fanny Blake. 2018

DAISY Audio (CD), DAISY Audio (Direct to Player), DAISY Audio (Zip)
General fiction, Holiday fictionParenting, European travel and geography
Synthetic audio

AN ITALIAN SUMMER is a novel about friendship, family secrets and second chances, set against the backdrop of southern Italy.Sandy…

is in her fifties, and at a crossroads in her life: she's a teacher and respected by her pupils, but she feels she is being sidelined in favour of younger colleagues. So when her mother dies, leaving her a sealed envelope addressed to an unknown woman living in Naples, Sandy decides to head to Italy to resolve the mystery by delivering the letter herself. She books herself on to a small sightseeing trip from Rome to Naples and the Amalfi Coast, hoping to meet some like-minded people along the way. Who is the mysterious woman she is searching for? And will Sandy find friendship, or even love, along the way...?Your favourite authors love Fanny Blake:'Fanny Blake has the gift of creating wonderful page turners from very domestic situations; and then making them warm and funny as well' Penny Vincenzi'I love the way Fanny Blake proves that women just become more and more fascinating' Adele Parks'I love that she writes about women our age, and the painful and wise truths we know' Marian Keyes'Warm, funny, wise and relatable. A perfect summer read' Veronica HenryRead by Jane McDowell(p) Orion Publishing Group 2018

25 Days in December: A heartwarming Christmas romance that will help you believe in love again this festive season

By Poppy Alexander. 2018

DAISY Audio (CD), DAISY Audio (Direct to Player), DAISY Audio (Zip)
Holiday fictionFamily and relationships, Parenting, Death and bereavement
Synthetic audio

'...a fantastic story that really tugs at your heartstrings as you follow each character in the countdown to Christmas... I…

adored it.' The BroadbeanYou can't plan for the unexpected... Kate Potter used to know what happiness felt like. A few years ago, she was full of energy, excited by every possibility. But that was back when everything was different, before Kate's husband went away with the army and didn't come home. She can't even remember what it felt like to be in love. Then Kate meets Daniel. Recognising her loneliness reflected in his eyes, Kate vows to try and help bring him out of his shell. But as Kate plans to bring life back to Daniel, she might have stumbled on the secret to happiness... Can one chance meeting change two lives?The perfect Christmas treat for fans of Sue Moorcroft, Trisha Ashley and Isabelle Broom.Reviewers love this wonderful festive romance. Praise for 25 Days in December:'A beautifully crafted Christmas tale, full of 'magic' and the reality of life in equal measure.' MADEUP Book Reviews'Romantic, heart-warming and completely captivating' Book After Book'a beautiful, beautiful story which had my heart under its Christmas tree from the very beginning.' The Writing Garnet

Baby's Firsts

By Nancy Raines Day. 2018

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted), DAISY Audio (CD), DAISY Audio (Direct to Player), DAISY Audio (Zip), DAISY text (Direct to player), DAISY text (Zip), Word (Zip), ePub (Zip)
Holiday fictionParenting, Health and medicine
Synthetic audio, Automated braille

A universal ode to babies and their milestones that celebrates all the joys in a baby&’s first year. Join three…

babies, encouraged by their families, as they grow more and more active with each day--crying, smiling, eating, teething, rolling, crawling, walking, and talking--culminating in a birthday celebration for all the kids.With rhythmic, rhyming text and sweet, soft illustrations, this is the perfect repeat read for babies&’—and parents&’—first year.

Long Ago, On a Silent Night

By Julie Berry. 2019

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted), DAISY Audio (CD), DAISY Audio (Direct to Player), DAISY Audio (Zip), DAISY text (Direct to player), DAISY text (Zip), Word (Zip), ePub (Zip)
Holiday fiction, Christian fictionParenting
Synthetic audio, Automated braille

The miracle of Christmas comes alive in this luminous celebration of unconditional love and the joy and hope and promise…

in every child from Printz Honor receipient Julie Berry!Long ago, in a dusty barn, a mother took a child in her arms, wrapped him snug, made his bed in the hay. He was her gift that Christmas Day. There's no sweeter gift than a life so new. My best gift, little one, is you.In this poignant and lyrical story by Printz Honor recepient Julie Berry, the miracle of Christmas and the promise in every new child come together in a luminous celebration of unconditional love and hope. With tender, incandescent illustrations by Annie Won, the wonder of the nativity story and the marvel of every baby come alive in a wholly extraordinary book for families everywhere.A special, beautiful keepsake storybook to read, share, and cherish every Christmas season with the ones you love.

Christmas Fairies for Ouma

By Lindsey McDivitt. 2022

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted), DAISY Audio (CD), DAISY Audio (Direct to Player), DAISY Audio (Zip), DAISY text (Direct to player), DAISY text (Zip), Word (Zip), ePub (Zip)
Family stories, Fantasy, Holiday fictionParenting
Synthetic audio, Automated braille

Wanting to show her grandma a snowy American Christmas, Tessa mails a card with only a drawing of Christmas fairies…

and the words Ouma (that means Grandma) and Cape Town, South Africa. The letter carrier who finds it knows that it can&’t go to Cape Town, so he puts it in his pocket. With no name, no street, and no stamps, how is Ouma ever going to get Tessa&’s letter? Follow the magical journey of a child&’s Christmas card traveling 10,000 miles across the world, from the hand of one stranger spreading cheer to another, all the way to Ouma. Is it kindness or Christmas magic? With gorgeous illustrations, hidden fairies on every page, and a heartwarming message of caring and connection, Christmas Fairies for Ouma shares Christmas joy and celebrates the love between a grandparent and grandchild.

For the World's Greatest Mum: The Perfect Gift for Your Mum

By Summersdale Publishers. 2022

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted), DAISY Audio (CD), DAISY Audio (Direct to Player), DAISY Audio (Zip), DAISY text (Direct to player), DAISY text (Zip), Word (Zip), ePub (Zip)
Holiday fictionParenting, Reference
Synthetic audio, Automated braille

Let your mum know just how much you care with this delightful collection of heart-warming quotes and sentimental statementsThere’s nobody…

quite like a mother – she’s always there for you, no matter what, giving comfort, counsel and care. And, however old you are, you’ll never stop being her child!She deserves the sun, moon and stars, but if you can’t manage that this little book is the next best thing. Inside you’ll find a host of glittering quotations from around the world – whether from actors, writers, musicians or leaders from all walks of life, they all have something heartfelt and inspiring to say about their relationship with their mum or about their experience of being a mum. To make it even more special, there’s a sprinkling of sentimental statements illustrating the kind and generous things mothers are known for best.This is the perfect love bomb to let your mum know she’s the world’s greatest!

What Happens On Vacation: The brand-new enemies-to-lovers rom-com you won't want to go on holiday without!

By Jo Watson. 2023

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted), DAISY Audio (CD), DAISY Audio (Direct to Player), DAISY Audio (Zip), DAISY text (Direct to player), DAISY text (Zip), Word (Zip), ePub (Zip)
Holiday fiction, Contemporary romance, RomanceDeath and bereavement, Parenting, Humour, Writing
Synthetic audio, Automated braille

Two rivals. One holiday. A trip they will never forget.Jo Watson returns with a hilarious and heartfelt new enemies-to-lovers, forced-proximity…

rom-com! It's the book you won't want to go on holiday without! Perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Beth O'Leary and Christina Lauren..........................................Journalist Margaret needs a vacation. After a difficult couple of years, some R&R is on the cards, and she's taking her mom with her. Luckily, the office Quiz Night is coming up and the prize is an all-expenses-paid trip to Zanzibar. Good thing Margaret has never met a quiz question she didn't like. But Margaret has also never played against Jagger Villain. For the last six months, they have shared a desk and not a day has gone by when he hasn't driven her to distraction. The idea of sharing anything else with Jagger is unthinkable. But if she's going get what she needs from this trip, Margaret might have to compromise. Away from the office and in a tropical paradise, Margaret beings to wonder if her archnemesis maybe has some qualities. Could the holiday from hell turn into the vacation of her dreams? .........................................Love funny, romantic stories? You don't want to miss Jo Watson:'The perfect choice for fans of romantic comedies' Gina's Bookshelf'It was amazing, it was hilarious' Rachel's Random Reads'A brilliant read from beginning to end' Hopeless Romantics'Sitting here open mouthed in disbelief at just how wonderful this book is' Rachel's Random Reads'A stunning heart-warming read' Donna's Book Blog

25 Days in December: A heartwarming Christmas romance that will help you believe in love again this festive season

By Poppy Alexander. 2018

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted), DAISY Audio (CD), DAISY Audio (Direct to Player), DAISY Audio (Zip), DAISY text (Direct to player), DAISY text (Zip), Word (Zip), ePub (Zip)
Holiday fictionFamily and relationships, Parenting, Death and bereavement
Synthetic audio, Automated braille

'...a fantastic story that really tugs at your heartstrings as you follow each character in the countdown to Christmas... I…

adored it.' The BroadbeanYou can't plan for the unexpected... Kate Potter used to know what happiness felt like. A few years ago, she was full of energy, excited by every possibility. But that was back when everything was different, before Kate's husband went away with the army and didn't come home. She can't even remember what it felt like to be in love. Then Kate meets Daniel. Recognising her loneliness reflected in his eyes, Kate vows to try and help bring him out of his shell. But as Kate plans to bring life back to Daniel, she might have stumbled on the secret to happiness... Can one chance meeting change two lives?The perfect Christmas treat for fans of Sue Moorcroft, Trisha Ashley and Isabelle Broom.Reviewers love this wonderful festive romance. Praise for 25 Days in December:'A beautifully crafted Christmas tale, full of 'magic' and the reality of life in equal measure.' MADEUP Book Reviews'Romantic, heart-warming and completely captivating' Book After Book'a beautiful, beautiful story which had my heart under its Christmas tree from the very beginning.' The Writing Garnet

Invitation to Italy

By Victoria Springfield. 2024

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted), DAISY Audio (CD), DAISY Audio (Direct to Player), DAISY Audio (Zip), DAISY text (Direct to player), DAISY text (Zip), Word (Zip), ePub (Zip)
Holiday fictionParenting, Self help, European travel and geography
Synthetic audio, Automated braille

'She has a way of bringing Italy to life that makes your mouth water when you think of the food,…

your body ache for some sunshine as she describes the setting, and has you searching for your credit card to book a plane ticket to the destination! Victoria has become my go-to author for my Italian fix.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This was my first Victoria Springfield book; I can safely say it will not be the last!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Abi is distraught when her ex-husband Alex takes their twelve-year-old daughter, Chloe to spend the summer with his glamorous fiancée Marisa and her parents at their home on the beautiful Italian island of Procida. Persuaded by her best friend to book a holiday at the island's Hotel Paradiso, Abi finally meets the woman she's been avoiding for so long. Will the two women's strained relationship survive the summer? One-time teenage swimming sensation, Loretta, has run the Hotel Paradiso since leaving Capri broken-hearted. When childhood friend Salvo comes to stay, Loretta is forced to confront her past and the fears that have kept her away from the water for forty years. But just as she finds the courage to open her heart, she discovers all is not as it seems with Salvo... It's a summer of new beginnings for Abi and Loretta - and one they will never forget.Take a trip to Italy with Victoria Springfield for a summery getaway any time of the year!

Invitation to Italy

By Victoria Springfield. 2024

Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted), DAISY Audio (CD), DAISY Audio (Direct to Player), DAISY Audio (Zip), DAISY text (Direct to player), DAISY text (Zip), Word (Zip), ePub (Zip)
Holiday fictionParenting, Self help, European travel and geography
Synthetic audio, Automated braille

'She has a way of bringing Italy to life that makes your mouth water when you think of the food,…

your body ache for some sunshine as she describes the setting, and has you searching for your credit card to book a plane ticket to the destination! Victoria has become my go-to author for my Italian fix.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This was my first Victoria Springfield book; I can safely say it will not be the last!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Abi is distraught when her ex-husband Alex takes their twelve-year-old daughter, Chloe to spend the summer with his glamorous fiancée Marisa and her parents at their home on the beautiful Italian island of Procida. Persuaded by her best friend to book a holiday at the island's Hotel Paradiso, Abi finally meets the woman she's been avoiding for so long. Will the two women's strained relationship survive the summer? One-time teenage swimming sensation, Loretta, has run the Hotel Paradiso since leaving Capri broken-hearted. When childhood friend Salvo comes to stay, Loretta is forced to confront her past and the fears that have kept her away from the water for forty years. But just as she finds the courage to open her heart, she discovers all is not as it seems with Salvo... It's a summer of new beginnings for Abi and Loretta - and one they will never forget.Take a trip to Italy with Victoria Springfield for a summery getaway any time of the year!

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