Download or read book Christmas Castles written by Judith Keim and published by Wild Quail Publishing. This book was released on 2021-11-29 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Random circumstances brought them together. Love made them family. Two years after Hailey fell in love with Nick Hensley when her family reunited for her sister Alyssa’s wedding at the Cedar Mountain Lodge, Hailey is happily married to him and living on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Nick teaches guitar and is studying for an advanced degree in music at a local university, and is playing with his band in Ybor City and other spots in the Tampa area. Hailey continues her work writing and illustrating children’s books while trying to deal with her disappointment at not yet being pregnant. For the first time, she and Nick are not celebrating Christmas in Granite Ridge, and when something shattering happens on that day, Hailey is left to wonder if it’s all part of a bigger plan. She and her sister, Alyssa, the two youngest of the sisters, have remained in close touch and have planned a girl’s weekend in the beginning of April, where even more surprises unfold. This is a sweet story of families and sisterhood. If you’re a fan of heartwarming, family holiday stories and irresistible dachshunds, you’ll fall in love with the latest book from the Soul Sisters at Cedar Mountain Lodge Series featuring Hailey written by bestselling author, Judith Keim. Don’t miss a Soul Sisters book - download them all today! Book 1: Christmas Sisters – perma-FREE prologue book Book 2: Christmas Kisses by Judith Keim Book 3: Christmas Wishes by Tammy L. Grace Book 4: Christmas Hope by Violet Howe Book 5: Christmas Dreams by Ev Bishop Book 6: Christmas Rings by Tess Thompson Book 7: Christmas Surprises by Tammy L. Grace Book 8: Christmas Yearnings by Ev Bishop Book 9: Christmas Peace by Violet Howe Book 10: Christmas Castles by Judith Keim Book 11: Christmas Star by Tess Thompson

Download or read book Christmas at Highclere written by The Countess of Carnarvon and published by Random House. This book was released on 2019-09-05 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Highclere Castle, known as 'the real Downton Abbey' bustles with activity at the best of times, but it is never more alive than at Christmas. Christmas at Highclere is a look behind the scenes at the routines and rituals that make the castle the most magical place to be throughout the festive season. Lady Carnarvon will guide you through Advent, Christmas preparations and Christmas Eve all the way through to the day itself, and beyond. Learn how the castle and grounds are transformed by decorations, including the raising of a twenty-foot tree in the saloon, the gathering of holly and mistletoe from the grounds. All the intricacies of the perfect traditional Christmas are here: from crackers and carol singers. The festive feeling is carried through to Highclere's Boxing Day traditions, the restorative middle days and the New Year's Eve celebrations. This book also tells the story of historic Christmases at Highclere - of distinguished guests warming themselves by the fire after a long journeys home through the snow, unexpected knocks on the door, and, always, the joy of bringing family - and staff - together after a busy year. As well as telling the stories of Highclere Christmases past and present, Lady Carnarvon provides recipes, tips and inspiration from her kitchen so that readers can bring a quintessentially British festive spirit to their own home. Lady Carnarvon divulges the secret to perfectly flakey mince pies, the proper way to wrap presents so that you and your guests are guaranteed a Christmas to remember. Lavish, celebratory and utterly enchanting, Christmas at Highclere is celebration of one of the UK's most beloved historic houses and is the perfect gift for any Downton Abbey fan.

Download or read book The Knights Before Christmas written by Joan Holub and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2015-09-08 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "'Twas December 24th, and three brave knights were just settling in for the night when out on the drawbridge, there arose such a clatter! The knights try everything to get rid of this unknown invader (Santa Claus!), a red and white knight with a fleet of dragons"--

Download or read book The Christmas Castle written by J.L. Jarvis and published by Bookbinder Press. This book was released on 2018-11-05 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a remote, Scottish castle, love and secrets collide. After five years with her self-absorbed boyfriend, librarian Charlotte Glass surprises them both and breaks up with him. Before parting, he bitterly tells her to have fun on their upcoming romantic vacation—alone. Two days later, Charlotte arrives at a remote cliffside castle in the Highlands of Scotland. Overwhelmed by its breathtaking beauty but desperately jet-lagged, she sinks into her sumptuous bed for a quick power nap. She awakens in the middle of the night and heads for the castle library. There, beside a glowing fireplace, sits a strapping Scotsman with a glint in his gentle gray eyes. Ian MacKay has too much charm for anyone’s good. But he also has scars and secrets. One thing that’s no secret is his interest in Charlotte. At first, it seems harmless. She’ll be gone in a week. But a week is long enough for Ian to know that he’s falling in love—and that the truth will destroy it.

Download or read book Once Upon a Christmas Castle written by Virginia Barlow and published by The Wild Rose Press Inc. This book was released on 2023-11-06 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lady Rosalind Chatham journeys with her family to Weston Castle to wed an ancient earl on Christmas day. Yearning for true love, she falls for the duke, her stepfather’s cousin, while preparing for her nuptials. Lady Rosalind entrances the Duke of Weston. Concerned for her future with the tempestuous earl, he can’t afford to get involved. The fines and scandal will be too great for a man of his wealth and power. When the truth comes to light, and he almost loses her forever, he finds he cannot afford to give less than his whole heart.

Download or read book World of Wanderlust written by Brooke Bellamy and published by Penguin Group Australia. This book was released on 2016-10-31 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What are the world’s greatest destinations? Where are the best places to travel solo? From airport fashion to road trip rules, professional traveller Brooke Saward shows us where to go, what to do and how to get that holiday feeling without even leaving home. Full of beautiful photographs that will ignite the imagination and featuring enduring favourites like Paris, New York, and London, this is the book that will inspire you to make every day an adventure.

Download or read book Windsor Castle written by Steven Brindle and published by Royal Collection Editions. This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "As England's largest castle and premier royal residence, Windsor Castle is of outstanding importance: historically, architecturally, artistically and in the life of the nation. This authoritative history of the Castle, the first to be published in 100 years, draws upon new research and primary sources to present a general account of Windsor Castle and its immediate environs from around AD700 to the present day, setting this iconic building against the background of wider social, political and cultural events in the life of the monarchy and the nation. Not only is the book richly illustrated with historical drawings, watercolours and photographs from the Royal Collection and elsewhere, it also includes newly commissioned photography and 3D reconstructions of the Castle at key points in its development, showing how this historic site has changed and evolved over 13 centuries."--

Download or read book A Castle for Christmas written by Stephenia H. McGee and published by . This book was released on 2021-11-02 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A crown meant for a princess. A medieval castle. And a one-way ticket to an unforgettable romance.A life changing diagnosis sends Avery Stuart on a last-chance Christmas road trip. The cheery bed-and-breakfast offers a festive way to spend the holidays alone. But when she finds her name listed on an ancient family tree next to an English baron, her trip suddenly takes a startling turn-no fairy godmother included. She might have gotten the Cinderella dress, but her prince is more beast than charming.On the verge of seeing his people starve, Sir Robert de Northwood must seek a bride with a hefty dowry in order to salvage what war has wrought. The night he must choose his wife, a strange foreign princess arrives at Northwood Castle dressed in enough jewels to feed his barony for a year-and she's entirely alone. Sir Robert is intrigued by the fascinating woman and offers his protection by way of a sensible marriage arrangement that will benefit them both. But when the mysterious Princess Avery of Gardenia claims to be from the future, how much will he risk losing in order to keep her close?? The Back Inn Time series short novels are fun, faith-filled stories of what it might be like to suddenly experience life in a different time. These clean historical romances are packed with humor and adventure. Perfect for fans of dual timeline or time slip stories and Christian historical romance, these books answer the question every historical fiction fan wonders-what would it be like if I went back to that time? If you enjoy the wholesomeness of Amish, Western, or frontier fiction and adore romantic comedies, then a visit to a seaside Victorian inn where you can "step back inn time and leave your troubles behind!" is for you.

Download or read book One More Christmas at the Castle written by Trisha Ashley and published by Random House. This book was released on 2021-10-01 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'The ultimate in feelgood fiction reads, it will fill your heart with Christmas spirit.' Milly Johnson, author of Woman in the Middle This Christmas will be the most special of them all... Elderly widow Sabine knows this will be her last Christmas in her beloved home, Mitras Castle. Determined to make it just like the ones she remembers from her childhood, she employs Dido Jones of Heavenly Houseparties to help with the big day. Dido is enchanted by the castle as soon as she steps through the imposing front door. And as Christmas day approaches, her feeling of connection to the old house runs deeper than she first thought. But when the snow begins to fall and Sabine's family arrive at the house - including Dido's teenage crush Xan - tensions rise around the castle's future and long-buried mysteries begin to unravel... As past secrets come to light, can this still be a magical Christmas to remember? _________ Praise for Trisha Ashley: 'One of the best writers around' Katie Fforde 'Full of down-to-earth humour' Sophie Kinsella 'A warm-hearted and comforting read' Carole Matthews Readers are falling in love with One More Christmas at the Castle: ***** 'Trisha's Christmas stories are the perfect start to the festive season' ***** 'Pure Christmas escapism with plenty of mulled wine and mince pies' ***** 'This is cosy, festive, fun and so much more. I wanted to move into the castle and join in all the festivities!'

Download or read book Christmas at the Castle Mills Boon Cherish written by Marion Lennox and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2013-12-01 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Angus Stuart is more used to managing boardrooms than castles, but when his father dies he finds himself thrust into an unfamiliar world. Returning home, he intends to sell the estate as quickly as possible. However, with Christmas around the corner, Fate has other plans...

Download or read book Short Christmas Stories written by Charles Dickens and published by Jazzybee Verlag. This book was released on 2015 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This compilation includes the following of Dickens' beautiful Christmas tales: A Christmas Tree What Christmas Is As We Grow Older The Poor Relation's Story The Child's Story The Schoolboy's Story Nobody's Story

Download or read book What Christmas is as We Grow Older written by Charles Dickens and published by Modernista. This book was released on 2023 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: »What Christmas is, as We Grow Older« is a short story by Charles Dickens, originally published in 1851. CHARLES DICKENS [1812–1870], born in Portsmouth, England, was the most popular English-language novelist of his time. He created a fictional world that reflected the social and technological changes during the Victorian era. Among his most famous works are David Copperfield, Oliver Twist, Great Expectations, A Tale of Two Cities, A Christmas Carol, and The Pickwick Papers.

Download or read book The Greatest Christmas Novels Short Stories Poems in One Volume Illustrated written by Selma Lagerlöf and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-09 with total page 6233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spanning the depth and breadth of the festive seasons literary celebration, 'The Greatest Christmas Novels, Short Stories & Poems in One Volume' stands as a monumental anthology that beautifully encapsulates the spirit of Christmas through an array of genres. From the enchanted realms of Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm to the poignant reflections of Leo Tolstoy and the lyrical wonders of William Butler Yeats, this collection showcases the diverse ways in which Christmas has inspired generations of writers. Highlighting not only the joy and merriment but also the profound reflections on humanity and society, this anthology includes works that captivate and challenge, making it a significant compilation that spans a wide array of literary movements and styles. The authors and poets featured in this collection bring to the table an extraordinary range of backgrounds, literary achievements, and cultural insights that enrich the anthologys overarching theme. The inclusion of figures such as Charles Dickens, whose 'A Christmas Carol' remains a perennial favorite, alongside less traditionally festive authors like Fyodor Dostoevsky, allows for a varied exploration of the Christmas theme. This intermingling of voices from different epochs and societies offers readers a unique literary journey through the ages, providing insights into the evolving perceptions of Christmas and its impact on human lives across the globe. 'The Greatest Christmas Novels, Short Stories & Poems in One Volume' is an indispensable treasury for any reader seeking to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Christmas literature. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the holiday through the eyes of some of the greatest writers in history, presenting a wide-ranging exploration of Christmass significance, joys, challenges, and universal truths. This collection is not merely an anthology to be read; it is an invitation to reflect on the essence of Christmas and its profound impact on human artistry and storytelling throughout the ages.

Download or read book Charles Dickens Christmas Stories written by Charles Dickens and published by eBookIt.com. This book was released on 2013-02 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 13 Christmas stories by Charles Dickens: A Christmas Carol A Christmas Tree What Christmas is as we Grow Older The Poor Relation's Story The Child's Story The Schoolboy's Story Nobody's Story The Chimes Mrs. Lirriper's Legacy Somebody's Luggage Going into Society Mrs. Lirriper's Lodgings The Christmas Goblins

Download or read book Some Short Christmas Stories written by Charles Dickens and published by Lindhardt og Ringhof. This book was released on 2022-04-04 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We hear it all the time - Charles Dickens invented what we think of as a traditional Christmas. In this collection of short stories, he proves this fact. Vivid images of plum puddings, snow-blanketed villages, and inviting shop windows will effortlessly spark your Christmas spirit. A collection of classic tales from the greatest Christmas storyteller of all time, this is perfect for all Christmas fanatics, no matter your age! Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English author and journalist. One of the most important figures in the Victorian literary circles, he is famed for his ability to create a vivid image and creating captivating characters, inspired by his own time on the streets of London. He wrote 15 novels, one of the most notable of which is 'Oliver Twist' which has been adapted to both the screen and the stage multiple times. His classical approach to storytelling is perfect for those who enjoyed Mark Twain's 'Huckleberry Finn'.

Download or read book 50 Classic Christmas Stories written by Golgotha Press and published by BookCaps Study Guides. This book was released on 2011 with total page 3252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's no better way to get into the holiday spirit anytime of year than with this giant anthology of 50 classic Christmas stories. This collection are some the world's most beloved stories, novels, essays, and poems about Christmas. Included in the collection is:Beasley's Christmas PartyBird's Christmas CarolThe Baron's Yule Feast: A Christmas RhymeBunny Brown and His Sister Sue at Christmas†̈The Burglar and the Blizzard: A Christmas StoryBy the Christmas FireA Captured Santa ClausChristmasThe Christmas AngelComes but Once A YearThe Christmas DinnerChristmas EveChristmas LightThe Christmas MiracleA Christmas Mystery: The Story of Three Wise MenA Christmas PosyA Christmas SermonA Christmas StoryA Defective Santa ClausEvenings at Donaldson ManorThe Feast of St. FriendThe Fir TreeThe First Christmas TreeThe Gift of the MagiThe Goblins' ChristmasThe Haunted Man and the Ghost's BargainHoliday TalesIs There a Santa Claus?JimsyA Kidnapped Santa ClausThe Life and Adventures of Santa ClausLittle Book of ChristmasThe Little City of HopeThe Little Match GirlThe NutsOld ChristmasOld Peabody PewThe Practical JokeThe Romance of a Christmas CardRosemaryThe Sad ShepherdSanta Claus's PartnerSome Christmas StoriesThe Spirit of ChristmasThe Abbot's GhostThe Thin Santa ClausTrots Visit to Santa ClausTwas the Night before ChristmasWhen the Yule Log Burns

Download or read book Five Short Christmas Stories written by Charles Dickens and published by Abela Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2018-10-31 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Herein are five short Christmas stories written by that master of English literature, Charles Dickens. The stories in this volume are: A CHRISTMAS TREE WHAT CHRISTMAS IS AS WE GROW OLDER THE POOR RELATION’S STORY THE CHILD’S STORY THE SCHOOLBOY’S STORY NOBODY’S STORY So, get yourself a hot Christmas toddy, find a comfy high-backed chair, sit back and enjoy these five, relatively unknown, Christmas stories from Charles Dickens. 10% of the profit from the sale of this book will be donated to charity. =========== KEYWORDS/TAGS: Five short Christmas stories, Charles Dickens, , account, air, bear, beautiful, bed, beef, beginning, Bigwig, black, breakfast, bright, business, carriage, Castle, cheerful, Cheeseman, children, Christiana, Christmas, dark, dead, desk, died, earth, eyes, fall, Fanny, fire, Frank, gentleman, great, happy, heart, Heaven, holidays, Jane, John, journey, kind, Lady, Little, live, looking, lost, love, marry, Master, Michael, Old, particular, play, poor, President, pretty, respect, Reverend, shadow, Society, Spatter, sun, tears, traveller, Tree, true, uncle, understand, voice, windows, woman, wood, word, world, worth, young, A Christmas Tree, What Christmas Is As We Grow Older, The Poor Relation’s Story, The Child’s Story, The Schoolboy’s Story, Nobody’s Story