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Romance, Holiday fictionInspirational and family life, Christianity
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Thirty-year-old Amish beekeeper Naomi Esch has spent fifteen years raising her siblings, but now that her father is remarrying, she…
must move out. Naomi stays with her brother while watching widower Nathan King's children. After rumors spread, Nathan proposes marriage--but Naomi wants to marry for love. 2012
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Humourous fiction, Holiday fictionReference, Humour, Christianity, Food and drink, Hobbies and crafts
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Bah! Humbug! It's that time of year again. Time to spend too much, drink too much, eat too much, smile…
falsely, dig down deep to try and find "good cheer," battle crowds, try to find parking in over-crowded lots, ignore surly clerks, bartenders, waiters, valets, and parking lot attendants, all in the pursuit of that moment of happiness known throughout the world as--dun, dun, dun: the Holidays. Has there ever been a time more suited to tapping into snark? With commentary, jokes, and quotes regarding Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, New Year's; on bad presents, worse in-laws, horrible children, and much more glorious excess. Unrated
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Multi-cultural fiction, Holiday fiction, General fictionFamily and relationships, General non-fiction, Biography, Christianity
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A father shares his Christmas memories with his daughter in this wry and snow-filled picture book about growing up in…
small town Massachusetts in the late 1950's and early 1960's. For grades 2-4
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Holiday fictionBestsellers (Non-fiction), General non-fiction, Inspirational and family life, Journals and memoirs, Christianity, Politics and government biography, Biography, Actors biography, Politics and government, Religious biography
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Talk-show host Mike Huckabee--a former presidential candidate, Arkansas governor, and pastor--shares experiences that taught him the true meaning of Christmas,…
emphasizing God, family, love, and hope instead of shopping and presents. Bestseller. 2009
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Bestsellers (Fiction), Holiday fiction, Family stories, General fictionChristianity
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Twelve-year-old Eddie is mad that he didn't get a bike for Christmas--only a homemade sweater from his widowed mother. When…
Eddie's mom is killed on their way home from visiting his grandparents, his grandfather tries to teach the grieving boy about life, happiness, and faith. Bestseller. 2008
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Short stories, Holiday fiction, Classic fiction, General fictionChristianity
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Three short Christmas tales written in the 1850s. In "The Cricket on the Hearth" and "The Holly-Tree," misunderstandings between lovers…
are cleared up in time to make the holiday cheerful. Similarly, in "The Haunted House," lovers are eventually united
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Holiday fictionGeneral non-fiction, Christianity
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Eighty-seven old-fashioned and contemporary poems, stories, and essays that celebrate the joys of the Christmas season. In addition to many…
traditional tales such as Hans Christian Andersen's The Fir Tree, O. Henry's Gifts of the Magi, and Clement C. Moore's A Visit from Saint Nicholas, there are stories by Cleveland Amory, Willa Cather, Eugene Field, Arthur C. Clarke, Thomas Hardy, George Plimpton, and Queen Victoria
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Short stories, Holiday fiction, Ghost and horror storiesChristianity
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Collection of seventeen ghost stories dealing with Christmas spirits and ranging from humor to horror. Scary, romantic, comic or vengeful,…
these big and little ghosts have all made an appearance during the Christmas season
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Romance, Holiday fiction, Christian fiction, General fiction, Family stories, Gentle romanceChristianity
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"One moment, Ben Miller was high up in the rafters at his neighbor's barn raising. The next, his foot slipped…
and he plunged to his death, leaving behind a young wife and six children, the youngest born four months after his death. Ruth Miller is not alone. Her Amish neighbors help her to make the difficult transition from wife to widow. But while the community has been generous, raising six growing children, each grieving their father's death, is overwhelming. Devastated by her loss, Ruth isn't sure how she'll make ends meet or restore order to a house full of rambunctious kids. With help from her mother and her energetic, but untidy neighbor, Mamie, Ruth finds a way to start over. Preoccupied with the effort to create a new life and manage her shrinking bank account, Ruth barely notices John King, the handsome newcomer to her community. Besides, how could she, if she had a chance, replace Ben? Does one ever replace a husband? As Christmas approaches, Ruth knows that she can't afford gifts for her children this year. It's hard enough to find money for groceries each week. But then banana boxes full of food, treats for the children, and even money begin to appear on her front porch. Who is leaving her these generous gifts? Is it a neighbor or a friend? Or, Ruth wonders, could it be John, who keeps unexpectedly appearing when Ruth most needs help?" -- Provided by publisher
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Holiday fiction, General fictionPoetry, Customs and cultures, Social issues
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"This poetry anthology, edited by Miranda Paul, explores a wide range of ways to be grateful (from gratitude for a…
puppy to gratitude for family to gratitude for the sky) with poems by a diverse group of contributors, including Joseph Bruchac, Margarita Engle, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Naomi Shihab Nye, Charles Waters, and Jane Yolen." -- Provided by publisher
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General fiction, Humourous fiction, Holiday fictionGeneral non-fiction, Social issues, Customs and cultures, Computers and internet, Health and medicine, Self help
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Always on the sidelines, one bean unsuccessfully tries everything he can to fit in with the crowd--until one day the…
cool beans show him how it's done. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 2019
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Holiday fiction, Christian fictionChristianity
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The First Easter Bunny! A colorful array of watercolor illustrations with scripture references brings to life the unique story of…
Jesus arriving in Jerusalem on Palm Sunday to his ascension into the heavens; all through the eyes of one small rabbit named Arnebeth. Included inside is a photograph of a real Israeli rock rabbit known as a hyrax just like Arnebeth!
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Holiday fictionMusic, Christianity
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Willie Nelson's inspiring Christmas fable, based on his holiday classic "Pretty Paper." More than fifty years ago, Willie Nelson's beloved…
Christmas song "Pretty Paper" first hit the airwaves. And for all these years, Willie has wondered about the real-life Texas street vendor, selling wrappings and ribbons, who inspired his song. Who was this poor soul? What did his painful trials say about our loves, our hopes, our dreams in this holiday season--and in the rest of our lives?It's the early sixties and Willie Nelson is down and out, barely eking out a living as a singer-songwriter. The week before Christmas, he spots a legless man on a cart, selling wares in front of Leonard's Department Store in Fort Worth, Texas. The humble figure, by the name of Vernon Clay, piques Willie's curiosity, but Vernon is stubbornly private and--despite Willie's charming queries--has no interest in telling his story. Willie is tenacious, though, and he eventually learns that Vernon is a fellow musician, a fine guitarist and singer.When Vernon disappears, he leaves behind only a diary, which tells an epic tale of life-altering tragedies, broken hearts, and crooked record men, not to mention backroad honky-tonks, down-home cooking, and country songwriting genius. Deeply moved and spurred on by Vernon's pages, Willie aims to give the man one last shot at redemption and a chance to embody the holiday spirit.From the Hardcover edition.
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Classic fiction, Folklore, fables and fairy tales, Holiday fiction, Movie and television tie-ins, General fictionArts and entertainment, Christianity
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On Christmas Eve, seven-year-old Marie and her eight-year-old brother Fritz anxiously await their Christmas gifts. When their godfather—a clock builder…
and toymaker—arrives, he unveils an ornate clockwork castle adorned with whirling figurines for the children. While Fritz plays with the clock, Marie is taken aside and given another gift—a nutcracker. After Fritz grabs the nutcracker from Marie and breaks its jaw by cracking too many nuts, their playtime ends and they head off to bed. When the clock strikes twelve, magic makes its way into this enduring tale and an epic battle ensues. This timeless classic, featuring all-new full-color and black-and-white illustrations by artist Arkady Roytman and abridged text by Gina Gold, is the perfect story to get anyone in the holiday spirit!
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Holiday fiction, Romance, Short storiesChristianity, European travel and geography
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'A must for all Mamma Mia fans!' Sue Moorcroft on My Mamma Mia SummerLaurel is finally living her own Mamma…
Mia dream.Now the owner of Villa Athena on a gorgeous Greek island, the last six months have been a whirlwind as Laurel has modernised the guesthouse, discovered how to run her own business, and learned to negotiate the demands of her new family. But as the festive season draws closer, Laurel begins to wonder if Christmas on Skopelos can ever live up to the cosy Yorkshire Christmases she spent with her beloved grandmother, Marnie. And with a travel writer arriving to review the Villa, Laurel needs a touch of festive sparkle - and a little help from some old friends... With critics to impress, Greek feasts to cook, and an ABBA-themed winter wedding on the horizon, can Laurel throw the perfect Christmas for everyone? And will she find her own romance underneath the mistletoe...?Escape to Greece this Christmas for this joyous sequel to My Mamma Mia Summer - perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Jenny Colgan and Sarah Morgan.Readers love My Mamma Mia Summer 'I LOVED it...this book filled me with joy' 'A perfect summer read... Full of humour and emotion, this is just an all-round fabulous fun book''I absolutely loved it and can't recommend it enough!''Loved, loved this book. A real feel-good happy book''Full of hope and sunshine...a fun read which has you reaching for the ABBA CDs and booking holidays to Greece!''I loved this book...just the thing to get me in the mood for my holiday''Absolutely loved this book, couldn't put it down but didn't want it to finish''Funny, moving and pure escapism! How can you resist it?''I just loved everything about this book - it left me with the same cosy feeling as the film''A vibrant, warm and satisfying read''Loved the book and felt as if I was in the story''Will have you itching to hop on a plane to the nearest Greek island!'
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General fiction, Family stories, Holiday fictionFood and drink, Christianity, Travel and geography
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'Genuinely unputdownable books are rare in my experience. This is one. A brilliant, original comedy' Daily Mail* * * *…
*MEET THE ADULTS...Claire and Matt are divorced but decide what's best for their daughter Scarlett is to have a 'normal' family Christmas with them all together.Claire brings her new boyfriend Patrick, a seemingly eligible Iron-Man-in-Waiting. Matt brings the new love of his life Alex, funny, smart, and extremely patient. Scarlett, their daughter, brings her imaginary friend Posey. He's a rabbit.Together the five (or six?) of them grit their teeth over Organized Fun activities, drinking a little too much after bed-time, oversharing classified secrets about their pasts and, before they know it, their holiday is a powder keg that ends - where this story starts - with a tearful, frightened, call to the police...But what happened? They said they'd all be adults about this...* * * * *'I loved The Adults! Funny, dry and beautifully observed. Highly recommended' Gill Sims, #1 bestselling author of Why Mummy Drinks and Why Mummy Swears'Such a breath of fresh air! Witty, intensely human and (dare I say it) relatable ... The perfect comedy of errors' Katie Khan'The Adults is my top read of 2018 so far. Absolutely hilarious ... This one will stay with me for a long time' Cathy Bramley 'Packed with sharp wit, engaging characters and off-beat humour, this is a fresh and feisty thrill-ride of a novel' Heat'I took this book on holiday and couldn't put it down! I've never read anything quite like it' The Unmumsy Mum'Gripped me from the start. Reminiscent of Liane Moriarty's Big Little Lies - a sure-fire winner' Cass Hunter, author of The After Wife'Brilliantly funny - will have you wincing in recognition' Good Housekeeping'I have a feeling Caroline Hulse might be a genius, this book is so brilliant. t's funny, clever and original - I loved every minute of reading it. Also, Posey should get a spin-off TV show' Lucy Vine, author of Hot Mess'Funny, poignant, real - a truly original book that made me laugh, cry and cringe in equal measure. I loved it' Charlotte Duckworth'Razor-sharp comedy - barbed and brilliant. The characters are totally convincing ... Sparky, heart-felt and fantastically fun, this is a fabulous debut' Sunday Mirror
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Historical fiction, Holiday fiction, Contemporary romance, Historical romanceAnimals and wildlife, Christianity
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A magical tale of Christmas and cats, perfect for everyone who loves A Street Cat Named Bob and Alfie the…
Doorstep Cat.It's nearly Christmas, and Jessamine Pike needs a serious life overhaul.Jess moves into Enysyule, a centuries-old cottage in Cornwall, and begins the process of renovating the rundown house by day and finishing her novel by night, planning to have both finished in time for the holidays. She's got good company: a beautiful, arrogant tomcat stalks around like he owns the place, and seems very skeptical of Jess' tenancy. But there's magic in the air... Local legends tell of a spirit that inhabits the area, and an ancient standing stone that keeps watch over the valley. As Christmas comes closer and closer, Jess uncovers treasures from Enysyule's past, and becomes involved in a fight for its future. For Jess has stumbled into a story that's been going on for five hundred years. A story about land, love, friendship, the Yuletide... and one remarkable cat.
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Holiday fiction, RomanceChristianity
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From Karen Schaler, the award-winning writer of the Netflix viral hit A Christmas Prince, comes a Christmas story chock full…
of festive spirit! Haley 'the Grinch' Hanson's idea of the perfect Christmas is escaping into work and avoiding all the traditional distractions. Over the years, she's sacrificed her personal life to climb the ladder at a prestigious advertising agency. Now she just needs to land a coveted Christmas toy company account to make partner. But first, her boss thinks she needs a holiday attitude adjustment, so he ships her off to Christmas Camp - a mountainside retreat promising to revitalise even the most determined Scrooge's festive spirit.Arriving reluctantly at the snowy inn, Haley meets the owner's handsome son, Jeff, and feels an instant spark. Yet despite the attraction, she's determined to 'graduate' camp as fast as possible so she can get back to work.But it's impossible to resist the charm of the season and soon even Haley starts to live in the moment, growing ever closer to Jeff. Although when he discovers she's been conspiring with his dad to defeat Jeff's plans for the future, it will take all the magic of Christmas to bring these two hearts together . . .'This is the perfect grab-some-hot-chocolate, snuggle-with-a-blanket, feel good holiday story. It is positively dripping with Christmas and I love everything about it' Goodreads reviewer'Heartwarming and full of Christmas spirit!' Goodreads reviewer'The story is adorable. Also I really want to go to Christmas Camp' Goodreaders reviewer
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Fantasy, General fiction, Holiday fictionHumour, Christianity
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Sam is a small child with a big problem, they HATE Santa. And so, this Christmas, it's time to embark…
on a quest to vanquish that villain once and for all. Along the way, Sam will encounter Ice Queens and evil Elves, and not a few rocket launchers and explosives, but the big question is...will they be able to rid the world of the tyranny of Santa?
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Holiday fiction, Contemporary romance, General fictionFamily and relationships, Christianity
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Feel-good, funny and festive, this book is guaranteed to melt your heart this Christmas! Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain,…
Jo Thomas and Milly Johnson***'Heartwarming, funny and deliciously festive!' Debbie Johnson, author of Maybe One Day'You'll simply fall in love with this scrumptious Christmas story' Sandy Barker, author of The Christmas SwapBehind every door is a festive wish...When Jess Green arrives at her new home on Christmas Street, she quickly realises that this will be a December to remember! After the disaster of last year, she was hoping to curl up and avoid the festivities - but her new neighbours have other ideas...Together, they're creating something extraordinary: a real-life advent calendar. As each house opens its door for wreath-making, gingerbread icing or carol singing, Jess finds herself swept up in the holiday cheer. Every house, that is, except for No. 24, home to the cantakerous Mr Winters. But when disaster strikes, can Jess pull off a festive miracle - and make her own Christmas wish come true?***Your favourite authors love Miracle on Christmas Street!'The Holiday meets Love Actually . . . the warm, fuzzy, feel-good Christmas tonic we all need this year' Helly Acton, author of The Shelf'Warm, wonderfully wise and brimming with Christmas magic' Cressida McLaughlin, author of The Cornish Cream Tea Christmas'A delightful Christmas read to curl up with' Bella Osborne, author of One Family Christmas'A sparkling, funny, festive treat!' Laura Kemp, author of Bring Me Sunshine'Oozes festive fun and charm! You'll definitely want this in your Christmas stocking' Fiona Harper, author of The Memory Collector'Brimming with warmth and sparkle...Miracle on Christmas Street is sure to leave you filled with the magic of the season' Maisey Yates