Download or read book An Historical Christmas Cozy Collection written by Shéa MacLeod and published by Shéa MacLeod. This book was released on 2023-12-11 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection contains three complete historical holiday themed cozy mysteries from USA Today Best Selling author, Shéa MacLeod: Lady Rample and the Ghost of Christmas Past When Aunt Butty gets an idea in her head, there is simply no stopping her. At least, Lady Rample has never found a way. And what Aunt Butty wants is a proper, old-fashioned English country Christmas. So it's no surprise when Lady Rample finds herself celebrating the holidays deep in the Cotswolds. And naturally, Aunt Butty requires everything to be perfect, from the Yule log to the wassail. Unfortunately, the two women get more than they bargain for when a visitor from Lady Rample's past follows her from London, intent on wreaking havoc. Lady Rample and the Yultide Caper A peculiar Christmas party invitation leads our intrepid Lady Rample to Winter Haven and the Yule Manor Inn run by a secretive proprietress who may or may not be a witch, at least according to the locals. What's meant to be a festive event turns into a mystery with a missing host, disappearing Father Christmases, and a blackmailer who may or may not be dead. Fortunately, Lady Rample has several allies close at hand to help not only with the singing of carols and drinking of celebratory cocktails, but also to unravel the clues to this unusual mystery. A Christmas Caper (Sugar Martin Vintage Cozy Mysteries) With Christmas fast approaching and her bank accounts woefully low, Sugar Martin is spending her first holiday in Meres Reach, England instead of back home in Oregon. When the festivities are interrupted by an urgent call from her employer, she heads straight to London with Tippy in tow only to discover that her great-great-aunt Euphegenia has left her a final bequest—and a mysterious mission. Christmas is a time for magic and miracles and Sugar will need both if she's to succeed in her quest.
Download or read book The Complete Christmas Cozy Collection written by Shéa MacLeod and published by Shéa MacLeod. This book was released on 2023-12-12 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection contains five complete holiday themed cozy mysteries from USA Today Best-Selling author, Shéa MacLeod: Lady Rample and the Ghost of Christmas Past When Aunt Butty gets an idea in her head, there is simply no stopping her. At least, Lady Rample has never found a way. And what Aunt Butty wants is a proper, old-fashioned English country Christmas. So it's no surprise when Lady Rample finds herself celebrating the holidays deep in the Cotswolds. And naturally, Aunt Butty requires everything to be perfect, from the Yule log to the wassail. Unfortunately, the two women get more than they bargain for when a visitor from Lady Rample's past follows her from London, intent on wreaking havoc. Lady Rample and the Yultide Caper A peculiar Christmas party invitation leads our intrepid Lady Rample to Winter Haven and the Yule Manor Inn run by a secretive proprietress who may or may not be a witch, at least according to the locals. What's meant to be a festive event turns into a mystery with a missing host, disappearing Father Christmases, and a blackmailer who may or may not be dead. Fortunately, Lady Rample has several allies close at hand to help not only with the singing of carols and drinking of celebratory cocktails, but also to unravel the clues to this unusual mystery. A Christmas Caper (Sugar Martin Vintage Cozy Mysteries) With Christmas fast approaching and her bank accounts woefully low, Sugar Martin is spending her first holiday in Meres Reach, England instead of back home in Oregon. When the festivities are interrupted by an urgent call from her employer, she heads straight to London with Tippy in tow only to discover that her great-great-aunt Euphegenia has left her a final bequest—and a mysterious mission. Christmas is a time for magic and miracles and Sugar will need both if she's to succeed in her quest. The Poison in the Pudding (Viola Roberts Cozy Mysteries) With a book deadline and Christmas fast approaching, the last thing Viola Roberts has time for is a party. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what she gets roped into by the Mayor of Astoria. Party planning it is. Complete with Christmas puddings. Everything is humming along just fine when suddenly the guests begin to drop like flies! With both her reputation and her favorite Christmas cookies threatened, Viola has no time to waste. She’s got to find the poisoner before somebody ends up dead. Witchmas Spirits (Season of the Witch Paranormal Women's Fiction Cozy Mysteries) A bookstore of my very own and a Victorian house on the beach in the magical town of Miracle Bay means I get to finally relax and enjoy life—right? Wrong. After a Yule-tide tarot reading goes awry, my best friend Emerald is suddenly overwhelmed by a series of unfortunate events, each one more dangerous than the last. If Emerald and I don’t find the answer before Christmas and Yule arrive, the enchantment tangled around her is going to be the least of our problems. Join Juniper “JJ” Jones on her a magical escapade and fall in love with Miracle Bay. These are stand alone holiday stories which can be read in any order. You do not have to have read the rest of the series to enjoy these fun reads!
Download or read book A Log Cabin Christmas written by Margaret Brownley and published by Barbour Publishing. This book was released on 2011-09-01 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience Christmas through the eyes of adventuresome settlers who relied on log cabins built from trees on their own land to see them through the cruel forces of winter. Discover how rough-hewed shelters become a home in which faith, hope, and love can flourish. Marvel in the blessings of Christmas celebrations without the trappings of modern commercialism where the true meaning of the day shines through. And treasure this exclusive collection of nine Christmas romances penned by some of Christian fiction’s best-selling authors.
Download or read book A Log Cabin Christmas Collection written by Wanda E. Brunstetter and published by Thorndike Press Large Print. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A New York Times BestsellerExperience Christmas through the eyes of settlers who relied on cabins built from trees on their own land to see them through the cruel winter. Discover how those shelters became homes in which faith, hope, and love flourished. Marvel at the blessings of Christmas celebrated without modern commercialism. And treasure nine Christmas romances penned by some of Christian fiction's bestselling authors.
Download or read book A Pioneer Christmas Collection written by Kathleen Fuller and published by Barbour Books. This book was released on 2015-09 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Readers will treasure this unique collection of nine stories, celebrating Christmas romance and the pioneer spirit as penned by nine distinct authors.
Download or read book Cozy Christmas Comforts written by Gooseberry Patch and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-06-05 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Warm gingerbread, the smell of fresh pine and loved ones gathered 'round...it's Christmastime! Filled with heartfelt memories, the tastiest recipes and homespun gifts to delight family & friends, Cozy Christmas Comforts is sure to become a holiday favorite. For Cozy Christmas Comforts we've selected the yummiest recipes for the holidays. Warm up on a chilly evening with simmering Slow-Cooker Chicken & Apples…enjoy Peppermint Eggnog Punch and Snowdrift Snack Mix with family & friends while trimming the tree. On Christmas morning, gather everyone together for a scrumptious breakfast of Cream Cheesy Scrambled Eggs and Caramel Sticky Rolls just like Grandma used to make. For a memorable Christmas dinner, what could be better than Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast, Holiday Sweet Potato Puffs and Angel Cream Biscuits? We've included delightful desserts too, like Cran-Apple Cobbler and Cherry Snowballs. You'll also find heartfelt Christmas memories plus simple decorating ideas and homemade gifts that everyone on your Christmas list will love. So pour yourself a steamy mug of hot cocoa and curl up by the fire…it's that time of year again!
Download or read book Noel Streatfeild s Christmas Stories written by Noel Streatfeild and published by Virago. This book was released on 2018-11-01 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'The wonderful Noel Streatfeild's Christmas Stories collects, for the first time, nine festive stories originally written for annuals and magazines in the 1940s and 1950s . . . As ever, Streatfeild's children always feel utterly real and relatable. A beautifully produced treat' Anna Carey, Irish Times In this captivating collection of stories by the author of Ballet Shoes, there are auditions on stage and antics on ice, trips to the pantomime, holiday adventures, and laughter shared with family and friends. Charming, heartwarming and funny, this collection will bring joy to readers of all ages. Originally written in 1940s-60s for annuals, magazines and the radio, these stories have never been collected before. With enchanting line drawings by by Peter Bailey. Stories include: The Audition The Bells Keep Twelfth Night The Moss Rose Thimble The Princess The Chain Christmas at Collers The Pantomime Goose Skating to the Stars
Download or read book Ghosts of Christmas Past written by Neil Gaiman and published by John Murray. This book was released on 2018-10-02 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A present contains a monstrous secret. An uninvited guest haunts a Christmas party. A shadow slips across the floor by firelight. A festive entertainment ends in darkness and screams. Who knows what haunts the night at the dark point of the year? This collection of seasonal chillers looks beneath Christmas cheer to a world of ghosts and horrors, mixing terrifying modern fiction with classic stories by masters of the macabre. From Neil Gaiman and M. R. James to Muriel Spark and E. Nesbit, there are stories here to make the hardiest soul quail - so find a comfy chair, lock the door, ignore the cold breath on your neck and get ready to welcome in the real spirits of Christmas.
Download or read book Cozy Christmas written by Sago Mini and published by BuzzPop. This book was released on 2016-09-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join the holiday fun as the Sago Mini cast of characters goes caroling! Interactivity is brought to the next level with this touch-and-feel board book featuring Jinja, Harvey, Robin, Jack, and more! After a Christmas sing-along, Jack says, “Let’s walk home in the snow!” Jinja and Robin walk close behind. Harvey can’t believe how fluffy the flakes are! Can you? Along the way, Robin hears a tiny voice shiver, “I’m cold” from a nearby tree. It’s Moonmole! Robin wraps her fuzzy scarf around Moonmole. “It’s so soft,” says Moonmole. “Thank you!” Rub the scarf to feel how warm Moonmole is! The Sago characters go caroling on a chilly winter's night and readers are invited along on their trek! This interactive touch-and-feel board book allows readers to jump right into the story with the ability to touch Robin's scarf, feel how smooth Yeti's sled is, and more!
Download or read book A Murder for Christmas written by P C James and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-08 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With her hometown awash with crime, a sleuth must solve a slaying. Can she save her family from a treacherous plot? Yorkshire, England, 1962. Miss Riddell definitely isn't having a merry Christmas. With her mother sick and brother pestering her to investigate a forged will, the worst winter in decades has her longing to return to regular life. And just as a series of ugly incidents in the village pushes the pressure to a boiling point, things take a deadly turn when her cousin is brutally murdered. Convinced there's a devious link between the fraud and the death, Miss Riddell puts her sharp mind to work uncovering clues. But with the unscrupulous culprit evading police, she'll have to put everything on the line to corner the killer. Can Miss Riddell wrap up the case without becoming the next frozen corpse? A Murder for Christmas is the electric third tale in the Miss Riddell Cozy Mysteries series. If you like crafty heroines, perplexing puzzles, and charming Yuletide settings, then you'll love P.C. James' clever story. Buy A Murder for Christmas to set a cunning trap today!
Download or read book A Viola Roberts Cozy Mystery Collection Books Seven Nine written by Shéa MacLeod and published by Shéa MacLeod. This book was released on 2024-02-27 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Viola Roberts Cozy Mystery Collection Books Seven - Nine contains the three complete Viola Roberts Cozy Mystery books: The Death in the Drink (Book 7) A local costuming guild has arrived in Astoria for a long weekend of recreating their favorite time period–the Regency. Think Jane Austen, sailing ships, high tea, a costume ball, and…a dead body. When the guild's nastiest member winds up dead in the drink, Viola is convinced it's no accident. And after the husband of the deceased gets into a brawl on the front lawn of the town's most well-known landmark, she knows something's up. Armed with nothing more than a folding fan and her wits, she sets out to unveil the killer before somebody else winds up in Davy Jones's locker. The Victim in the Vineyard (Book 8) Viola Roberts and her boyfriend Lucas Salvatore are off to Oregon wine country for a fun and romantic getaway. A weekend of sunshine and wine tasting is just what the doctor ordered. Everything is going smoothly until an invitation to a swanky party results in one of the guests keeling over dead. One murder leads to another, and one of their friends winds up behind bars. With the police on a wild goose chase, it's up to Viola to figure out who the real culprit is before someone from her past takes their final revenge. The Ghost in the Graveyard (Book 9) Viola Roberts is attending a wedding! Her best friend, Cheryl, is finally marrying the swoony Detective Battersea. And since it's Halloween, they've decided to have a themed wedding, complete with a ghost and a spooky cemetery next door. The party is in full swing when a bloodcurdling scream interrupts the revelry, leading to the discovery of a body. With a house full of suspects with perfect alibis, who could have killed the interloper? Viola is determined to find out before her BFF's special day is ruined…or worse.
Download or read book The Christmas Collection written by Cora Buhlert and published by Pegasus Pulp Publishing. This book was released on 2020-12-16 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sixteen tales of Christmas by Hugo winner Cora Buhlert. Romance, cozy fantasy, murder mysteries, pulp thrillers, science fiction, post-apocalyptic fiction, horror and humor – we have all that and more. Watch young people find love in the pre-holiday shopping rush at Hickory Ridge Mall, at a Christmas tree lot, on the parking lot of a shuttered outlet mall and at the one bar in town that’s open on Christmas Eve. Experience Christmas in Hallowind Cove, the permanently fog-shrouded seaside town, where strange things keep happening. Watch as Santa’s various helpers unite to depose him. Massachusetts 1695 AD: Follow apprentice witchfinder Matthew Goodson and condemned witch Grace Pankhurst, as they try to dodge both witchfinders and a creature that lives in the woods and hunts around the winter solstice. Follow Detective Inspector Helen Shepherd and her team as they investigate the death of a robber dressed as Santa Claus as well as a wave of thefts at a Christmas market. Meet Richard Blakemore, hardworking pulp author by day and the masked crimefighter known only as the Silencer by night, as he fights to save an orphanage from demolition in Depression era New York City. Watch Alfred and Bertha, an ordinary married couple, as they decorate the Christmas tree and live their marvellous twenty-first century life. No one ever expected the robot apocalypse to begin in the little town of Brighthaven. And no one ever expected it to involve murderous robot turkeys and their even more terrifying brethren, robot Santas that fire laserbeams from their eyes. Experience Christmas on the space colony of Iago Prime as well as after the end of the world. Enjoy sixteen novellas, novelettes and short stories in six genres. This is a collection of 136000 words or approx. 420 print pages. Contains the following stories: Christmas Gifts Christmas Shopping with a Broken Heart The Crappiest Christmas Ever Christmas Eve at the Purple Owl Café Driving Home for Christmas The Bakery on Gloomland Street Revolt at the North Pole The Solstice Horror A Bullet for Father Christmas Santa’s Sticky Fingers St. Nicholas of Hell’s Kitchen The Tinsel-Free Christmas Tree The Robot Turkey Apocalypse Invasion of the Robot Santas Christmas on Iago Prime Christmas after the End of the World
Download or read book A History of the Great War written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-28 with total page 1246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arthur Conan Doyle's 'A History of the Great War' is a seminal work that provides a detailed account of the events leading up to and during World War I. Doyle's narrative style is concise yet engaging, drawing the reader in with vivid descriptions of key battles and the impact of the war on individuals. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the political, social, and military aspects of this pivotal moment in history. Doyle's attention to historical detail and his ability to humanize the war through personal stories make this book a compelling read. The author's firsthand experience as a physician in the war influenced his perspective and adds depth to his analysis. Doyle's desire to educate and inform the public about the realities of war is evident throughout the book. 'A History of the Great War' is highly recommended for readers seeking a comprehensive and enlightening account of World War I.
Download or read book A HISTORY OF THE GREAT WAR All 6 Volumes Illustrated with Maps and Plans written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-16 with total page 1246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arthur Conan Doyle's 'A History of the Great War' is a monumental work consisting of all 6 volumes, meticulously illustrated with maps and plans. This comprehensive account of World War I delves into the political, military, and social aspects of the conflict, providing readers with a detailed analysis of the key events that shaped the war. Doyle's writing style is both engaging and authoritative, making the complex subject matter accessible to a wide audience. The inclusion of maps and plans enhances the reader's understanding of the geographic scope of the war, adding a visual element to the narrative. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the book offers valuable insights into the historical context of the Great War, making it an essential read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.
Download or read book Lady Rample and the Lady in the Lake written by Shéa MacLeod and published by Shéa MacLeod. This book was released on 2024-01-18 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A trip to the Lake District reveals a sinister plot involving sea monsters, gingerbread, and...murder. In dire need of a holiday, Lady Rample sets out for the Lake District where she finds herself in the midst of a local gingerbread war. And yes, that’s as daft as it sounds, at least in her opinion. What’s meant to be a relaxing holiday turns into a mystery most intriguing when Lady Rample stumbles first upon a tales of a sea monster and then the very real body of a young woman in the local lake. Fortunately, Lady Rample has several allies close at hand to help unravel the clues to this unusual mystery. Enjoy this delightful Lady Rample Mystery, a warm and funny cozy mystery set in 1930s England.
Download or read book Murder Under The Mistletoe Ultimate Christmas Murder Mystery Collection written by Charles Dickens and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 9594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Murder Under The Mistletoe - Ultimate Christmas Murder Mystery Collection weaves a chilling tapestry of mystery and intrigue against the festive backdrop of the holiday season. This anthology amalgamates a dazzling array of literary styles, from the methodical deductions of the archetypal detective to the suspenseful ambiance of psychological thrillers. Reflecting the rich literary context of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, each story within this collection, helmed by iconic figures like Charles Dickens and Arthur Conan Doyle, thrives on the diverse interpretations of the yuletide spirit intermingled with dark and often profound narratives. The selected works stand as a testament to the versatility and depth of the murder mystery genre, exploring themes of guilt, redemption, and the human propensity for moral ambiguity under the veil of holiday cheer. The contributing authors and editors, hailing from various cultural and literary backgrounds, bring a wealth of experience and innovation to the anthology. Their collective works, embedded in historical, cultural, and literary movements ranging from the Golden Age of Detective Fiction to the intricate plot twists of Gothic mysteries, offer a panoramic view of changing societal norms and the unending quest for justice amidst chaos. Authors such as Agatha Christie and Edgar Allan Poe, among others, contributed foundational texts that have shaped the contours of crime and detective literature. This collection acts as a crucible, melding these diverse voices into a singularly gripping narrative on crime, set against the contrasting innocence of Christmas. Murder Under The Mistletoe is a compelling invitation to readers seeking to explore the shadows cast by the festive lights through the lens of master storytellers. For those fascinated by the interplay between societal festivity and the darker aspects of human nature, this anthology promises a journey through varied landscapes of suspense, framed by the universal theme of holiday gatherings. Beyond its entertainment value, the collection offers invaluable insights into the evolution of the murder mystery genre and encourages a dialogic engagement with the works of some of its greatest practitioners. It is an essential volume for readers desiring not just a tale of mystery and suspense but a richer understanding of the cultural and literary forces that shape these narratives.
Download or read book Christmas Under the Veil of Mystery Ultimate Collection for the Murder Mystery Holiday written by Charles Dickens and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-10 with total page 9594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas Under the Veil of Mystery Ultimate Collection for the Murder Mystery Holiday juxtaposes the joy and tranquility often associated with the holiday season against the dark, compelling allure of the murder mystery genre. Through an exquisite selection of tales by some of the most venerated authors in mystery and detective fiction, this anthology explores the multifaceted ways in which the festive season can serve as a backdrop for stories of intrigue, suspense, and revelation. The diversity of literary styles, from the keen psychological insights of Edgar Allan Poe to the intricate plotting of Agatha Christie, provides a rich tapestry of narratives that underscore the complexity and enduring appeal of the genre. These compelling stories not only entertain but also illuminate the shadows that lie beneath the surface of our festive traditions. The contributing authors and editors, hailing from various backgrounds and time periods, collectively contribute a wealth of perspectives to the anthology. Their works reflect significant historical, cultural, and literary movements, from the burgeoning detective fiction craze of the late 19th century to the golden age of the whodunit. This convergence of singular talents, including pioneers like Arthur Conan Doyle and innovators such as Anna Katharine Green, creates a mosaic of storytelling that enriches the reader's understanding of the theme, while offering insights into the evolution of the mystery genre itself. Christmas Under the Veil of Mystery invites readers to explore a fascinating composite of mystery and merriment. This anthology serves as a unique educational tool, offering readers not just entertainment but a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship behind some of the most influential works in mystery fiction. It is an essential collection for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the breadth of narratives that can be spun from the intersection of the festive and the forensic, and a testament to the enduring fascination with the mysteries that lurk just beneath the surface of our celebrations.
