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Christmas Kisses
by Lori CopelandOriginally published in 1999 as Fruitcakes and Other LeftoversReread a fun Christmas story by bestselling author Lori Copeland!Ho Ho Ho!…For Beth Davis, her greatest Christmas wish was to be free of her responsibilities—and it came true when she won the lottery. Now that she was rich, she could be sure that her eccentric aunt was looked after while she traveled the world and did whatever her heart desired. New York, Rome and Paris were hers to discover. Except now that Russ Foster was back in town her heart was beating a lot faster—and Beth was beginning to think he was the best Christmas present a girl could desire….
Christmas Kisses at 90° North
by Jessie PinkhamAdley is an unusual elf. He prefers skiing to parties, doesn’t like to sing, and cares so little for elf conventions that his brother despairs of him ever getting married. Which is fine, because Adley has no intention of marrying just anyone.When he meets Keru at the annual Christmas Eve party, the two are drawn to each other. The party may be the most important event of the elvish social calendar, but neither Adley nor Keru minds leaving early to take a walk. They enjoy an idyllic and romantic first date under an aurora, rescuing a reindeer calf along the way, and a relationship seems promising.But their second date takes a dire turn when a skiing trip brings them face to face with a polar bear. They’d like to keep seeing each other ... if they can make it through their second date without being eaten!
Christmas Kisses: 4 Holiday Romances
by Casey Dawes Alicia Hunter Pace T. F. Walsh Dana VolneyGrab your eggnog and curl up by the fireplace with these magical holiday romances sure to warm your heart and your spirits!Mistletoed in Merritt: Rich boy Bennett Pontellier Watkins and blue collar Hélène-Louise Soileau had a secret, youthful love affair—until their mothers found out and set them on separate paths. Eight years later, their lives cross again when Hélène-Louise agrees to teach a series of workshops at the Cultural Arts Center in Merritt, where Bennett is the director. The spark is still there, but old patterns begin to re-emerge, and it’s clear that Bennett still wants to hide their relationship from his family. Is Hélène-Louise willing to give up everything she’s built for herself for a man who may never see beyond her social status? Cloaked in Christmas: Wulfkin Cacey Varg’s new pack is suddenly no place to be this December. Her ex has discovered her location and is on his way to take their daughter back. But a massive snowstorm prevents her from packing up and leaving town—and instead delivers a sexy stranger, Vincent Lyall, to her doorstep. Can she trust that he isn’t one of her ex’s henchmen? Or will this be a merry Christmas after all? A Heart for the Holidays: Thanks to an injury, Silver Morgenstern’s career as a surgeon came to an abrupt and final halt. Now she’s searching for meaning—and failing—in her administration job at the local hospital. That is, until she receives Fisher Tibbs’s application to be removed from the heart transplant list. As the founder of Casper, Wyoming’s successful social program Combat Children’s Hunger, Fisher seems to have everything to live for. But nothing can mend the very real fissure his young daughter’s death tore in his heart—unless Silver’s new mission to rescue his heart succeeds, in which case it might just save her own. Montana Christmas Magic: Tennis pro Logan Collins inherits a ranch in rural Phillipsburg, Montana, that he’s not allowed to sell for six months. It’s just enough time to start a sweet relationship with artist and chocolatier Julie Thompson. But despite the trappings of permanence—a dog, a horse, and a woman who brings light into his dark days—his life is still in New York. He’ll have to persuade Julie that Christmas in Manhattan is just as inspiring, before the holidays put a final wrap on their relationship. Sensuality Level: Sensual
Christmas Knight
by Meredith WebberAs the only doctor in Testament, and a mother with a tiny baby, Dr. Kate Fenton was floundering until a knight in shining leathers drove up to her door. Local bad boy Grant Bell seems an unlikely hero, but he's now a doctor and he's come to help.Grant is wonderful with her patients, gorgeous with her baby, but Kate's body still remembers the man who awakened her desires all those years ago. Only, Grant now has a fiancee back in Sydney, and a tear in his eye every time he holds Kate's little girl….
Christmas Moon
by Elizabeth Lane&“A marvelous story filled with the spirit of Christmas miracles . . . An engaging, intriguing and thoroughly enjoyable story of timeless love&” (Love Western Romance). Pregnant, unwed and down on her luck, history teacher Emma Carlyle is facing the worst Christmas of her life. Needing some research for her master&’s thesis on legendary Wyoming lawman J.D. McNulty, she makes a Christmas Eve drive to South Pass City, where J.D. was buried. Heading home, she loses her way in a storm. After her car vanishes, she ends up in 1870, half-frozen and in labor, on the doorstep of a remote mountain cabin. When J.D. himself opens the door with a pistol in one hand and a bottle of whiskey in the other . . . well, let&’s just say that sparks start flying. These two lost souls are clearly meant for each other. But there&’s one problem. Emma has studied everything about J.D.—and she knows he has only a few weeks to live. Historical author Elizabeth Lane has penned a sensual time travel romp that will delight the reader from beginning to end.
Christmas Past
by Jodi TaylorThe First Farrell Family Christmas Max, Leon and Matthew - together at last for Christmas at St Mary's - a time of conspicuous consumption, riotous misbehaviour and the traditional illegal Christmas jump. And this time, it's inter-generational. Donning her unfamiliar mother hat, Max takes Matthew back to 19th century London, where they plan to deliver a parcel of Christmas cheer to his former friends, but find themselves confronting the terrifying Old Ma Scrope in the process. 'Tis the season to be jolly. It's also the season of goodwill towards all mankind. Pity no one told Max.
Christmas Past
by Jodi TaylorA Chronicles of St Mary's short story that is sure to entertain. If you love Jasper Fforde or Ben Aaronovitch, you won't be able to resist Jodi Taylor. The First Farrell Family Christmas.Max, Leon and Matthew - together at last for Christmas at St Mary's - a time of conspicuous consumption, riotous misbehaviour and the traditional illegal Christmas jump. And this time, it's inter-generational.Donning her unfamiliar mother hat, Max takes Matthew back to 19th century London, where they plan to deliver a parcel of Christmas cheer to his former friends, but find themselves confronting the terrifying Old Ma Scrope in the process.'Tis the season to be jolly.It's also the season of goodwill towards all mankind.Pity no one told Max. Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'Once in a while, I discover an author who changes everything... Jodi Taylor and her protagonista Madeleine "Max" Maxwell have seduced me' 'A great mix of British proper-ness and humour with a large dollop of historical fun' 'Addictive. I wish St Mary's was real and I was a part of it' 'Jodi Taylor has an imagination that gets me completely hooked' 'A tour de force'
Christmas Past
by John AdcoxThe winter holiday season is a time for gifts and music, for snow and miracles, and for family and going home. For Jessie Malone, it's a time for sorrow.Jessie is a graduate student living in London, where she hopes to be one of the first folklorists ever to trace an urban legend back to its original source. She's also a grieving young widow unable to heal from the agony of her life-shattering loss. In the bleak midwinter, Jessie learns of an urban legend about a lonely, wandering ghost, a British sailor named Sam who promised his bride that he'd be home for Christmas. The legends say he's been trying to make it back to her since World War II.As she investigates, Jessie learns that Sam's story defies the patterns of how urban legends are supposed to work. It's a puzzle she can't let go. To solve the mystery, she must confront the impossible and, just perhaps, discover a miracle of Christmas love that survives beyond the grave.A story that will engage all your emotions, Christmas Past bursts with wonder, enigma, romance, and the unquenchable spirit that comes from promises that must be kept.
Christmas Past: A Chronicles Of St Mary's Short Story
by Jodi TaylorA Chronicles of St Mary's short story that is sure to entertain. If you love Jasper Fforde or Ben Aaronovitch, you won't be able to resist Jodi Taylor. The First Farrell Family Christmas.Max, Leon and Matthew - together at last for Christmas at St Mary's - a time of conspicuous consumption, riotous misbehaviour and the traditional illegal Christmas jump. And this time, it's inter-generational.Donning her unfamiliar mother hat, Max takes Matthew back to 19th century London, where they plan to deliver a parcel of Christmas cheer to his former friends, but find themselves confronting the terrifying Old Ma Scrope in the process.'Tis the season to be jolly.It's also the season of goodwill towards all mankind.Pity no one told Max. Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'Once in a while, I discover an author who changes everything... Jodi Taylor and her protagonista Madeleine "Max" Maxwell have seduced me' 'A great mix of British proper-ness and humour with a large dollop of historical fun' 'Addictive. I wish St Mary's was real and I was a part of it' 'Jodi Taylor has an imagination that gets me completely hooked' 'A tour de force'
Christmas People: A Novel
by Iva-Marie PalmerThe Seven Year Slip meets Hallmark with a dash of sass and a sprinkle of sexiness in this sparkling Christmas rom com...with a speculative twist!Some people are Christmas people, but Jill Jacobs is most certainly not. She hasn’t been ever since her hometown love broke her heart on Christmas Eve three years ago. After that, Jill moved to L.A. to pursue her dream of becoming a screenwriter. She hasn’t been home in years to avoid her ex, but this winter she finds herself back in drab, suburban Illinois for the holidays.After one very hazy night, Jill wakes up to a hometown that's filled with jolly neighbors, covered in pristine white snow, and seasoned with the smell of peppermint. She realizes that this is more than just a bad hangover… she's stuck in a Heartfelt movie. One set in her town, starring real people from her life, including her family, her high school crush (uber perfect, owns a bakery, and definitely a Christmas Person), and of course, her ex —handsome as ever and now exclusively clad in plaid flannel.The only way out of this bizarro world is to complete the plot of the movie, including a holiday bake off and a cookie-sweet love story. To get home in time for Christmas, Jill must act out a picture-perfect holiday romance with the one that got away, all while her ex watches on. Fa la la la freaking la….
Christmas Pie
by Jodi TaylorMerry Christmas from Jodi Taylor. It's time for St Mary's traditional Christmas jump - even though it's only September...St Mary's has never lacked for enemies, but danger has never been closer to home. A state of war has broken out between St Mary's and the Women's Institute - the Raffia Mafia.Markham, Max, Peterson and Miss Sykes must jump to Restoration London in search of real Christmas pie - the honour of St Mary's is at stake.At least that how it all begins, but this is St Mary's after all... Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'The Chronicles of St Mary's is one of the most enjoyable series of books I have ever read' 'Jodi Taylor is a master storyteller''I don't think I've ever laughed out loud so much reading a book''I am always gutted when I finish a Jodi Taylor book as I know I will have to wait for the next one'
Christmas Pie
by Jodi TaylorMerry Christmas from Jodi Taylor. It's time for St Mary's traditional Christmas jump - even though it's only September...St Mary's has never lacked for enemies, but danger has never been closer to home. A state of war has broken out between St Mary's and the Women's Institute - the Raffia Mafia.Markham, Max, Peterson and Miss Sykes must jump to Restoration London in search of real Christmas pie - the honour of St Mary's is at stake.At least that how it all begins, but this is St Mary's after all... Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'The Chronicles of St Mary's is one of the most enjoyable series of books I have ever read' 'Jodi Taylor is a master storyteller''I don't think I've ever laughed out loud so much reading a book''I am always gutted when I finish a Jodi Taylor book as I know I will have to wait for the next one'
Christmas Pie
by Jodi TaylorMerry Christmas from Jodi Taylor. It's time for St Mary's traditional Christmas jump - even though it's only September...St Mary's has never lacked for enemies, but danger has never been closer to home. A state of war has broken out between St Mary's and the Women's Institute - the Raffia Mafia.Markham, Max, Peterson and Miss Sykes must jump to Restoration London in search of real Christmas pie - the honour of St Mary's is at stake.At least that how it all begins, but this is St Mary's after all... Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'The Chronicles of St Mary's is one of the most enjoyable series of books I have ever read' 'Jodi Taylor is a master storyteller''I don't think I've ever laughed out loud so much reading a book''I am always gutted when I finish a Jodi Taylor book as I know I will have to wait for the next one'
Christmas Present
by Jodi TaylorIt's Christmas Eve at St Mary's, And all through the house, Nothing is stirring ... Except for Max, Peterson, and Markham, sneaking out at midnight for an assignment that is very definitely off the books. It's ten years ago tonight that Senior Historians Bashford and Grey went missing in twelfth-century Jerusalem. So how did they end up in AD60 Roman Colchester? Max has a theory. Peterson has a plan. Markham has bacon sandwiches. Colchester has Boudicca and her bloodthirsty Iceni hordes. And then there's the giant pig ... the enraged giant pig ...
Christmas Present
by Jodi TaylorA Chronicles of St Mary's short story that is sure to entertain. If you love Jasper Fforde or Ben Aaronovitch, you won't be able to resist Jodi Taylor. It's Christmas Eve at St Mary'sAnd all through the houseNothing is stirring...Except for Max, Peterson and Markham, sneaking out at midnight for an assignment that is very definitely off the books.It's ten years ago tonight that Senior Historians Bashford and Grey went missing in 12th century Jerusalem. So how did they end up in AD60 Roman Colchester? Max has a theory. Peterson has a plan. Markham has bacon sandwiches. Colchester has Boudicca and her bloodthirsty Iceni hordes.And then there's the giant pig ... the enraged, giant pig... Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'Once in a while, I discover an author who changes everything... Jodi Taylor and her protagonista Madeleine "Max" Maxwell have seduced me' 'A great mix of British proper-ness and humour with a large dollop of historical fun' 'Addictive. I wish St Mary's was real and I was a part of it' 'Jodi Taylor has an imagination that gets me completely hooked' 'A tour de force'
Christmas Present (A\chronicles Of St. Mary's Short Story Ser.)
by Jodi TaylorA Chronicles of St Mary's short story that is sure to entertain. If you love Jasper Fforde or Ben Aaronovitch, you won't be able to resist Jodi Taylor. It's Christmas Eve at St Mary'sAnd all through the houseNothing is stirring...Except for Max, Peterson and Markham, sneaking out at midnight for an assignment that is very definitely off the books.It's ten years ago tonight that Senior Historians Bashford and Grey went missing in 12th century Jerusalem. So how did they end up in AD60 Roman Colchester? Max has a theory. Peterson has a plan. Markham has bacon sandwiches. Colchester has Boudicca and her bloodthirsty Iceni hordes.And then there's the giant pig ... the enraged, giant pig... Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'Once in a while, I discover an author who changes everything... Jodi Taylor and her protagonista Madeleine "Max" Maxwell have seduced me' 'A great mix of British proper-ness and humour with a large dollop of historical fun' 'Addictive. I wish St Mary's was real and I was a part of it' 'Jodi Taylor has an imagination that gets me completely hooked' 'A tour de force'
Christmas Ransom
by Jenna RyanCHRISTMAS PAST...For billionaire Jack Ransom, the holidays always held bad memories. This year was no exception as the self-proclaimed Ghost of Christmas Past kidnapped his sister.To get her back alive, the reclusive corporate raider had only one hope.CHRISTMAS PRESENT...Attorney Noel Lawson saw a side to Jack that was kept hidden from the world and made him want more than money could buy. But even she couldn’t figure out the madman’s twisted mind games.CHRISTMAS FUTURE?As the holiday approached and the games grew deadlier, it became clear that the kidnapper wanted more than Jack’s money. He wanted Jack’s woman...and his life.
Christmas Sparkle Collection (Rainbow Magic #1134)
by Daisy MeadowsThe perfect Christmas present for Rainbow Magic fans! Join Rachel and Kirsty in six sparkly adventures with two of our favourite festive fairies - Holly the Christmas Fairy and Stella the Star Fairy!When the friends meet Holly the Christmas Fairy, they must help her to rescue the Christmas elves from Jack Frost. If the elves can't make presents, Christmas will be cancelled!Next, they have to help Stella the Star Fairy to find her magical tree decorations. Santa won't be able to guide his sleigh through the night sky without them and there will be no presents for anyone!Can Rachel and Kristy help the festive fairies save Christmas?Rainbow Magic is the perfect stepping stone for children to become independent readers. With black and white illustrations, short chapters and lots of books to collect, these books are really accessible for children aged 5+.'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.comDo YOU have a Rainbow Magic fairy? Find a fairy with your name at https://orchardseriesbooks.co.uk/rainbow-magic/ and collect all the books in the range.
Christmas Stalking
by Jo LeighKIDNAPPED, BODY AND SOULThe sexy Santa with the ice-blue eyes swept senator’s daughter Jade Parker off her feet and into captivity. And soon Jade feared he’d also captured her heart. For although reporter Max Travis’s tale of her father’s guilt in a dangerous conspiracy couldn’t possibly be true, the men gunning for Max-and now Jade-weren’t a figment of his imagination. Suddenly Jade’s rugged kidnapper was the only man she could trust.If you’d asked Max what he wanted for Christmas, he wouldn’t have said a leggy redhead with an attitude. Now safety and justice paled in comparison to his vivacious prisoner. He wanted Jade, secure in his arms. But first they had to live long enough to unwrap the truth....
Christmas Stars
by David G. Hartwell[from the back cover] "Joy to the world and throughout the universe! Christmas is a time for miracles, scientific and otherwise, and for amazing surprises that can only occur at this very special time of the year. But what marvels will the holidays bring to the far future--and alien worlds light-years from the North Pole? In this celebratory collection, many of today's finest writers of fantasy and science fiction unwrap startling visions of the future of Christmas: A father's gift opens up the universe for all humanity. A very unusual Christmas spirit brings confusion-and romance-to a modern young woman. And a devout researcher uncovers the shattering secret of the original Star of Bethlehem. These and other stories shine like sparkling, unearthly ornaments on a fresh green tree of holiday traditions. 'Twas the night before tomorrow, and all through the galaxy, nothing burns as bright as...Christmas Stars
Christmas Treats: Contains 29 classic Blyton tales (Bumper Short Story Collections #13)
by Enid BlytonTwenty-four of Enid Blyton's Christmas stories.Visit Santa's workshop, hang up your stocking and help two naughty goblins make a Christmas pudding in this magical collection from the classic children's author. Stories include Mr Icy-Cold, The Christmas Party and Rescuing Santa Claus.(P) 2017 Hodder Children's Books
Christmas Treats: Contains 29 classic Blyton tales (Bumper Short Story Collections #13)
by Enid BlytonDelight in the magic of Christmas with this bumper collection of 29 short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller! Ideal for reading aloud, or for children over 7 to read alone! Curl up with this collection of festive short stories by Enid Blyton. From the proud rocking horse who learns the gift of giving to a snowman befriended by elves, these joyful tales celebrate the true spirit of Christmas. With lots of humour and fantastic characters, these stories will appeal to newly confident readers for reading alone as well as to younger children being read to.Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are the perfect introduction to her writing. Praise for Enid Blyton's Christmas Stories:'A wonderful selection to read and share. Mystery and magic, laughter and mischief, the joy of shared times and plenty of delicious food - many of the ingredients which have been delighting Enid Blyton's readers for more than 70 years' - Western Morning News'Shared excitement and laughter, a little bit of mischief and plenty of delicious food are all mixed together with a pinch of magic and lots of Christmas joy' - Carousel
Christmas Treats: Contains 29 classic Blyton tales (Bumper Short Story Collections #13)
by Enid BlytonDelight in the magic of Christmas with this bumper collection of 29 short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller! Ideal for reading aloud, or for children over 7 to read alone! Curl up with this collection of festive short stories by Enid Blyton. From the proud rocking horse who learns the gift of giving to a snowman befriended by elves, these joyful tales celebrate the true spirit of Christmas. With lots of humour and fantastic characters, these stories will appeal to newly confident readers for reading alone as well as to younger children being read to.Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are the perfect introduction to her writing. Praise for Enid Blyton's Christmas Stories:'A wonderful selection to read and share. Mystery and magic, laughter and mischief, the joy of shared times and plenty of delicious food - many of the ingredients which have been delighting Enid Blyton's readers for more than 70 years' - Western Morning News'Shared excitement and laughter, a little bit of mischief and plenty of delicious food are all mixed together with a pinch of magic and lots of Christmas joy' - Carousel
Christmas Trolls
by Jan BrettChristmas is Treva's favorite time of the year. But this year, decorations and presents are mysteriously disappearing. When Treva follows a small creature making off with the Christmas pudding, she discovers two irresistible trolls who want to have Christmas, but don't understand it. Jan Brett's trademark luminous paintings give readers a magical Christmas full of surprises.
Christmas Wishes: Contains 30 classic tales
by Enid BlytonCurl up with this sparkling collection of Christmas stories from the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!Embrace the spirit of Christmas with tales of magic and wishes galore in this heart-warming collection. From a dog who discovers the joy of Christmas to Santa Claus who gets himself out of a muddle with a little help from his friends, these stories celebrate shared times, festivities and wonder.Filled with lots of festive fun, these stories are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to enjoy independently, each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are the perfect way to introduce her work to a new generation of readers.Read all 15 bumper short story collections. New in 2020:Nature StoriesStories of Rotten RascalsMagical Fairy TalesChristmas Wishes***Enid Blyton® and Enid Blyton's signature are registered trade marks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trade mark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trade mark and copyright owner.