Download or read book A Season of Goodwill 10 Humorous and Heartwarming Short Stories for Christmas and the Festive Season written by Stefania Hartley and published by Sicilian Stories. This book was released on 2022-10-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How far should Viviana's family go to avoid being thirteen at the table? Should Melina and Tanino attend a New Year's party hosted by Melina's old flame? Why do Don Pericle's clients want a Christmas wedding at all costs? Ten humorous and heart-warming short stories shining with the Sicilian sunshine, fragrant with red wine and ringing with Christmas bells, perfect for the festive season. Also available in Large Print Hartley's stories are a tonic: full of delightful, down-to-earth characters and recognisable life dilemmas, as well as unexpected twists. Above all, each story reminds us that simple human goodness can still be found and shared. -Sandy Salisbury

Download or read book A Season of Goodwill Extra Large Print Easy to Read 10 Humorous and Heartwarming Short Stories for Christmas and New Year written by Stefania Hartley and published by Sicilian Stories. This book was released on 2022-10-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Easy-on-the-eye very large print. How far should Viviana's family go to avoid being thirteen at the table? Should Melina and Tanino attend a New Year's party hosted by Melina's old flame? Why do Don Pericle's clients want a Christmas wedding at all costs? Ten humorous and heart-warming short stories shining with the Sicilian sunshine, fragrant with red wine and ringing with Christmas bells, perfect for the festive season. Also available in ebook and smaller print paperback Hartley's stories are a tonic: full of delightful, down-to-earth characters and recognisable life dilemmas, as well as unexpected twists. Above all, each story reminds us that simple human goodness can still be found and shared. -Sandy Salisbury

Download or read book Miserable Holiday Stories written by Alex Bernstein and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-09-22 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ten hilarious short stories for anyone who hates the holidays! The holiday season is one of laughter, fun, generosity, and time with friends and family . . . or so it’s supposed to be. But we all know that the holiday season can actually be absolutely depressing, no matter how hard we try. So from the wit of humorist Alex Bernstein comes this “miserable” collection of short stories based around Christmas and Hanukkah. Included are short stories, such as: “Blue Christmas” “K-Rope” “The Smoking Lounge” “Brownie Mix” “The #$@!# Bicycle Boys Save Christmas, Again!” And more! No matter what holiday you celebrate, this quirky yet bittersweet compilation will be sure to have you longing for mid-January. Whether you want these tales for yourself or for a loved one you really don’t care about, Miserable Holiday Stories will be sure to have any holiday “realist” prepared for the misery they feel during that blessed holiday season.

Download or read book A Season of Goodwill written by Elizabeth Walter and published by . This book was released on 1986-01-01 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Yearning for more excitement than life with her military husband in India can offer, alluring and selfish Emily North arrives at her in-law's house in England for Christmas, 1907, and looks forward to seeing Jimmy, her husband's brother

Download or read book Christmas Stories written by and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Merry Christmas Short Stories written by Trina Mallin and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-12-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into a world of enchantment and holiday cheer with "Merry Christmas Short Stories" This delightful collection weaves a tapestry of heart-warming narratives that transport readers into the magical realms of Christmas. From the Joyful Beginnings that mark the start of the holiday season to Heart-warming Connections that remind us of the power of love, each story is a twinkling star in the constellation of holiday joy. Embark on a journey through the Holiday Wonders that unfold in snowy landscapes and cosy towns, and witness the Unexpected Miracles that grace the season. In the chapters dedicated to Lessons in Love, discover the trans formative power of compassion and connection. The tales of Friendship explore the enduring bonds that make the holiday season truly magical, while Unexpected Miracles remind us that miracles can unfold when we least expect them. The stories in "Merry Christmas Short Stories" go beyond mere entertainment-they are a celebration of the timeless magic that defines the holiday season. Whether it's a visit to the North Pole, a heart-warming reunion, or a lesson in kindness from an unusual source, each narrative is a testament to the enduring spirit of Christmas. As you turn the pages, you'll encounter not only the enchanting characters and festive settings but also the universal themes that make Christmas a season of joy, love, and celebration. The conclusion, "Embracing the Magic Beyond the Stories," invites readers to carry the spirit of Christmas into their own lives, creating moments of warmth and wonder. So, cosy up with this collection, let the stories kindle the holiday spirit within you, and embark on a journey of joy, love, and holiday magic. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a season filled with the enchantment of love and joy!

Download or read book Merry Christmas Stories written by Jeff R. Spalsbury and published by . This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These 25 short stories for the Christmas season will make you laugh, smile and just feel good about this magical time of year. These delightful stories, written in a variety of genre, all reflect Christmas love, hope and charity. Detective Nick Tracer just wants to get drunk over the holiday season but an eight-year-old girl hires him to find Santa, and it changes his life. A magical Christmas bus enriches the lives of a veteran and his young daughter. The last S-2, an indestructable android, is given the toughest assignment of his long existence. A Christmas ghost discovers the real magic of Christmas, and on a beautiful California Christmas morning, two people in their 80s recall their lives while sitting on a park bench overlooking the Pacific Ocean. A ghost plays matchmaker for his younger brother, and two children do the same thing for their single mother. A best friend turns the tables on his buddy, and a sad poem opens the heart of a lonely poet. A bag lady enjoys the view and receives an unexpected guest. And sometimes being too smart can be a disadvantage, particularly when there is a bronze olive involved. These are just some of the fun and exciting stories in this compilation. There are stories of adventure along with humor, unexpected surprises, romance and poignent moments. These are feel-good stories, to uplift your spirit and to leave you with a smile or a warm feeling. Just the way Christmas should feel.

Download or read book The Big Book of Christmas Mysteries written by Otto Penzler and published by Vintage Crime/Black Lizard. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Edgar Award-winning editor collects sixty of his all-time favorite holiday crime stories—from Arthur Conan Doyle and Thomas Hardy, to Sara Paretsky and Ed McBain. • “Anyone who cares about the best mystery writing of the past century and beyond would be lucky to receive this thick volume during the holidays." —The Washington Post This collection touches on all aspects of the holiday season, and all types of mysteries. They are suspenseful, funny, frightening, and poignant. Included are puzzles by Mary Higgins Clark, Isaac Asimov, and Ngaio Marsh; uncanny tales in the tradition of A Christmas Carol by Peter Lovesey and Max Allan Collins; O. Henry-like stories by Stanley Ellin and Joseph Shearing, stories by pulp icons John D. MacDonald and Damon Runyon; comic gems from Donald E. Westlake and John Mortimer; and many, many more. Almost any kind of mystery you’re in the mood for--suspense, pure detection, humor, cozy, private eye, or police procedural—can be found in these pages. FEATURING: - Unscrupulous Santas - Crimes of Christmases Past and Present - Festive felonies - Deadly puddings - Misdemeanors under the mistletoe - Christmas cases for classic characters including Sherlock Holmes, Brother Cadfael, Miss Marple, Hercule Poirot, Ellery Queen, Rumpole of the Bailey, Inspector Morse, Inspector Ghote, A.J. Raffles, and Nero Wolfe.

Download or read book I Just Love Christmas written by R. Banning and published by . This book was released on 2017-11-30 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas can be a time of frustration and blessing. In fact, sometimes the frustrations of today can make for the best memories for tomorrow.This pocket-sized book (4x6) has four short, encouraging and humorous Christmas stories that are sure to cause a laugh and warm your heart.

Download or read book Dr Seuss s Tis the Season A Holiday Celebration written by Dr. Seuss and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This year, forget cards--send this perfect little Christmas gift book, featuring full-color art from How the Grinch Stole Christmas! and other classic works by Dr. Seuss, instead! Perfect for Dr. Seuss fans of all ages! This small hardcover gift book--illustrated with full-color art from How the Grinch Stole Christmas! and other classic works by Dr. Seuss--is filled with simple, unrhymed observations about the holiday season. From "travel" and "tree-trimming" to "feasting" and "singing," it's the perfect little gift or stocking stuffer for children, parents, grandparents, neighbors, teachers, caregivers, coworkers--anyone and everyone you want to wish a Merry Christmas!

Download or read book Home for Christmas written by Garry Fleming and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's almost Christmas, and a small hopping mouse is hurrying to get home with presents for his children. But he's been away so long. Can he find his way?

Download or read book Humor for the Holidays written by Jack Hayford and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Christmas in the Imperfect Tense written by Joyce Putnam Eblen and published by . This book was released on 2013-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Humorous and poignant short stories of the author's real life experiences during the Christmas holiday season.

Download or read book Season of Goodwill written by Heather Killingray and published by . This book was released on 2004-04-01 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Home for Christmas written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twenty of the best Christmas stories of all time are collected in one handsomely illustrated anthology. Selected for their literary quality and spiritual integrity, these time-honored favorites will resonate with readers year after year.

Download or read book Ask a Manager written by Alison Green and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the creator of the popular website Ask a Manager and New York’s work-advice columnist comes a witty, practical guide to 200 difficult professional conversations—featuring all-new advice! There’s a reason Alison Green has been called “the Dear Abby of the work world.” Ten years as a workplace-advice columnist have taught her that people avoid awkward conversations in the office because they simply don’t know what to say. Thankfully, Green does—and in this incredibly helpful book, she tackles the tough discussions you may need to have during your career. You’ll learn what to say when • coworkers push their work on you—then take credit for it • you accidentally trash-talk someone in an email then hit “reply all” • you’re being micromanaged—or not being managed at all • you catch a colleague in a lie • your boss seems unhappy with your work • your cubemate’s loud speakerphone is making you homicidal • you got drunk at the holiday party Praise for Ask a Manager “A must-read for anyone who works . . . [Alison Green’s] advice boils down to the idea that you should be professional (even when others are not) and that communicating in a straightforward manner with candor and kindness will get you far, no matter where you work.”—Booklist (starred review) “The author’s friendly, warm, no-nonsense writing is a pleasure to read, and her advice can be widely applied to relationships in all areas of readers’ lives. Ideal for anyone new to the job market or new to management, or anyone hoping to improve their work experience.”—Library Journal (starred review) “I am a huge fan of Alison Green’s Ask a Manager column. This book is even better. It teaches us how to deal with many of the most vexing big and little problems in our workplaces—and to do so with grace, confidence, and a sense of humor.”—Robert Sutton, Stanford professor and author of The No Asshole Rule and The Asshole Survival Guide “Ask a Manager is the ultimate playbook for navigating the traditional workforce in a diplomatic but firm way.”—Erin Lowry, author of Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By and Get Your Financial Life Together

Download or read book Christmas Days written by Jeanette Winterson and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2018-11 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Sunday TelegraphBook of the Year'Winterson?s winter tales unfailingly succeed in their endeavor to leave you aglow? - Guardian For years Jeanette Winterson has written a new story at Christmas time and here she brings together twelve of her brilliantly imaginative, funny, and bold tales, along with twelve delicious recipes for the twelve days of Christmas.